Leaders in Training
Leaders In Training
Program Syllabus
Program Purpose
The City of North Miami’s Leaders in Training (LIT) Program, is designed to develop our city’s next generation of public servants through higher education preparation, career readiness, and enhanced understanding of local civic processes.
The Leaders in Training (LIT) program is a 12-week program created by Mayor Alix Desulme ED.D., in collaboration with Patricia Elizee, Esq, that provides hands-on, practical training on workforce readiness, exposure to civic engagement and effective leadership skills development.
To be considered for the program, a candidate must complete an application and submit required documents that shows proof of residency within the City of North Miami.
Eligibility Requirements (must show proof)
- High school student, grade 9 through 12
- Reside in the City of North Miami
- Willingness to learn and work in a group setting
- Show up with a positive attitude and self-discipline
- Complete a project on civic engagement
- Receive priority for a PAID summer internship with the City of North Miami
Highly Recommended Websites
City of North Miami – https://www.northmiamifl.gov
The Florida Joint Center for Citizenship – http://floridacitizen.org
Bureau of Labor Statistics – https://www.bls.gov/
College & Career Planning – https://www.myplan.com
Self-Management – https://transformingeducation.org/
Hands On Banking Money Skills for Life – https://handsonbanking.org/practitioner
Career Exploration Resources – https://www.fldoe.org/academics/college-career-planning
Recommended Materials
1. One inch binder with 5 dividers and tabs
2. One pack of college ruled notebook paper
3. Two pens and one pencil
4. Electronic device with wifi capability
Highly Recommended Texts (minimum of two)
1. 101 Ways to Improve Your Communication Skills (Instantly), by Jo Condrill & Bennie
Bough, Ph.D.
2. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, by Sean Covey*
3. The Hero Code: Lessons Learned from Lives Well Lived, by Admiral William H.
McRaven (US Navy Retired)
4. Keys to Success: The 17 Principles of Personal Achievement, by Napoleon Hill
5. Who Moved My Cheese? By Spencer Johnson, M.D.*
6. The Leadership Pill, by Ken Blanchard; Marc Muchnick
7. The Little Book of Etiquette, by Sheila M. Long
Course Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of the program, participants will:
- Identify elements of local government and their responsibilities
- Become familiar with the essential steps to preparing for and landing a job
- Know and understand the difference between a career and a job
- Acquire knowledge of what it takes to be a productive contributor in the workplace
- Become knowledgeable in what it takes to be civically engaged
- Learn transferrable skills applicable at work, school, and life
- Analyze, develop, and implement goals and use self-awareness and self-management skills
- Apply time-management skills with respect to class assignments and project completion
- Engage in hands-on practices in responsible financial practices
- Interact and network with guest presenters
- Establish a college and career path that is designed on best-fit practices
Course Design
LIT is designed to prepare, engage, and empower future leaders for the workforce. To offer an enlightening and engaging experience, the lessons will be presented in a diverse format
and include the following:
– Lecture Format
– Guest Speakers
– Project-based Learning
– Activities that Teach
– Reading and Group Discussions
– Evaluation & Feedback
Program Topics
During the 12-week program, we will explore and discuss the following topics:
- Civic Engagement
- Project-Based Learning
- Leadership Development
- Career Exploration
- College Major Exploration (Interest Survey)
- Financial Literacy
- Self-Assessment of Skills and Abilities
- Time Management Skills
- Organizational Skills (for the workplace)
- Job Interviewing Skills
- Customer Service Skills
- Office Etiquette
- Telephone Etiquette
- Resume Development
- Dress for Success
Policies
When you show up, you will learn. This is a 12-week program that requires multi-level engagement. With that understanding, the more you are present, the more you will learn and the more confident you will feel about your skills. To fully prepare for success in the workforce, you must show up for the weekly sessions, as the lesson you are not present to learn will not help you.
To successfully complete the LIT program, participants must NOT miss no more than two sessions. For an absence to be considered EXCUSED, each of the two absences must be notified in advance and followed by a written notification from a parent or school official (SAT/ACT testing, or school activity such as sports or senior activities). You MUST call or email the program facilitator in advance if you know you are going to miss a session.
Punctuality counts: Arrive on time to finish on time.
Participants with PERFECT attendance (0 absences) will be recognized for their commitmentat the end of program luncheon.
Upon arrival at the facility or virtual platform, all cell phones MUST be put on MUTE or
VIBRATE mode. Participants are not allowed to answer calls during the sessions. In the case
of an emergency (call from a parent or a sibling), participant must step out of class to answer
the call and return to class within no more than 5 minutes of exiting class. Participants are
free to use their phones during breaks.
The LIT Program is a program designed to prepare participants to look, feel, think, and act
like professionals in the workplace. With that in mind, participants are expected to act the
part immediately following the program orientation. The dress code and standards are as
such:
Young Ladies – Dress, suit, skirt, pants and blouse with dress flats or high heels are
acceptable
Young Men – Slacks and dress shirt or pollo or suit is acceptable
Accessories – Pearls, earrings, watch and socks, stockings
Unacceptable Clothes or Accessories
The following are deemed unacceptable and inappropriate. Spaghetti-strapped dress,
miniskirts or mini-dress, jeans
The preparation of a LIT Program participants requires a team effort. A host of professionals will
contribute to the success of the program. Each week, a City of North Miami elected official(s),
administrator or staff will be invited to speak and present on their personal and professional
journey. The purpose of this added perspective is so that each participant can hear a relatable
message that we hope will serve as an inspiration. During the guest presentations it is expected
that participants listen attentively and respectfully, ask questions, and participate in guest-
initiated activities.
Location
Joe Celestin Center / In-person
Zoom / Virtual
Program Time
Saturdays (12 sessions)
10:00 am – 1:30 pm / In-person
10:00 am – 12:30 pm / Virtual
Contact us
Office Phone: 305-893-6511 Ext.2000
Email: hss@northmiamifl.gov
Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm