The 2014 Beaver Leader Summit, held on August 27, was a huge success – with more than 180 students in attendance!

Read more about the workshops student’s attended below and click here to see pictures from the event.

The Beaver Leader Summit brings students together to develop their leadership skills and facilitate a conversation about what it means to be a leader at Beaver. The event consists of a series of workshops. Below you will find details on each workshop offered.

PRACTICAL LEADERSHIP @BEAVER
Learn about different leadership skills and work in groups to discuss leadership obstacles and brainstorm methods for effective leadership.
Panelists: Peter Hutton, Maddy Kulke ’15, Henry Bailey ’15

WHO AM I AS A LEADER?
Answer questions to assess your personal leadership style and explore the psychology of leadership to better understand your type of leadership and how to lead effectively.
Panelists: Tara Paulaskas

TRANSITIONING TO LEADERSHIP BEYOND BEAVER
A panel of speakers discuss how they have used leadership skills in their careers. This workshop is an interactive conversation with the panel.
Panelists: Yaritza Pena ’07, Tyler Starr ’10, Tin-yan Chan ’08

LEADING FOR SOCIAL CHANGE
Explore the connection between leadership and civic engagement and learn about different organizations’ works that have inspired others to effect change.
Panelists: Andy Offit P’09, Ocan Ortiz

UPPER SCHOOL BEAVER LEADER OPPORTUNITIES
Hear about current positions at the school and work in groups to brainstorm other potential roles for Upper School students.
Panelists: Tom Manning, Nat Brown ’15

MIDDLE SCHOOL BEAVER LEADER OPPORTUNITIES
Hear about current positions at the school and work in groups to brainstorm other potential roles for Middle School students.
Panelists: Tom Manning, Nat Brown ’15