Process for Selection of 360 Leaders

A notice is sent out to  all 7^th grade  students about 360.  During a couple of Connect periods the students are invited to attend a meeting where Karen Keeler and Justin Oberndorf explain the 360 program, the qualities the school is looking for in their 360 leaders and the deadline for submitting the application.

• After students apply, an applicant list is generated and given to ALL the faculty and staff at Platt.  The adults have one week to give Mr. O and Ms. Keeler feedback.
• Feedback is received from the 6th grade team, 7th grade team, elective team, CHOICE team, lunch room staff, and administration.
• All comments are reviewed.
• Mr. O and Ms. Keeler compile the results
• Students are selected based on the following criteria provided by the 360 program:
• Strong communication skills
• Willingness to lead others
• Demonstrated a willingness to help peers in their classes over the past two years
• Thoughtfulness and demonstrates a put others first attitude
• Ability to speak in front of group
• Responsible to manage a group
• Accountable to show up throughout all phases of the program during the year
• Willing to take risks
• Positive role model (treats peers, adults and rules of the school with respect)
• Dedicated
• Self–confident and self-directed
• Demonstrates respect for diverse ideas and personalities
• Is a conscientious student
• Attends school regularly
• Enthusiastic
• Free of disciplinary referrals
• Students are chosen from both Traditional Platt and the CHOICE program.

The total number of Traditional Platt 7^th grade students this year is 24 girls and 12 boys.