Leadership Institute
 
Leadership Institute
Year-long Program

Enrollment is open for 2025-2026 year.

Being a leader or aspiring to be a leader is a worthy pursuit and requires continuous growth. OASBO is pleased to offer members the opportunity to seek growth, learn together, and develop a community with a similar goal of becoming incredible leaders.

What's in it for you?

  • Gaining a clear understanding of what it means to be a leader
  • Deep discussions about people, productivity, and performance
  • Time to self-reflect and solve problems
  • And maybe the biggest benefit ... access to a small group of peers to learn with all year

Schedule

Plan ahead and check your calendar for these dates before you enroll.

In-person Session
July 22, Bend

Virtual Sessions
All virtual sessions will be from 9:00 - 10:30 am on the following Tuesdays:
August 26
September 23
October 28
November 25
December 16
January 20, 2026
February 24
March 17
April 28
May 26

Program Extras

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The learning doesn't end with the group sessions. You'll have access to the Empathix Communicator, an online course by Dr. Stevie Dawn Carter, to complete on your own.

Thank you to our sponsoring partner.

 


What Participants are Saying

“My biggest takeaway has been the importance of self-reflection in leadership. This program has helped me understand how critical it is to look inward to effectively lead others. And, the best part of the Leadership Institute is the practical, easy-to-implement tools the instructor provides. I can use them immediately after each session, making a real difference in my leadership approach."
Tera VanDyke,
Northwest Regional ESD
 
Ready to Jump In?

Participants must commit to attending the in-person session on July 22, and all of the virtual sessions. Must be an OASBO School Member or approved educational partner member. Limited to 30 participants.

 

All Sessions

1 in-person session & 10 virtual sessions
+ Empathix Communicator

$950

Cancellation Policy
Before July 3, a $100 cancellation fee will be charged. Between July 4 - 11, a $250 cancellation fee will be charged. Cancellation after July 11 will not be eligible for a refund.

 
Crew Leader

Dr. Stevie Dawn Carter is a highly accomplished and renowned expert in the field of Emotional Intelligence. As a self-proclaimed human behavior nerd, Stevie Dawn has dedicated her career to advancing knowledge, driving innovation, and making a positive impact on society. Dr. Carter holds a Ph.D. in Leadership from Colorado State University, where her research focused on Emotional Intelligence development and curriculum. Her expertise lies in being able to move people to communicate more effectively, through humor, relatable stories, and engaging presentations. Every participant walks away with new knowledge and skills that are immediately applicable to real life.

Contact Us

Oregon Association of School Business Officials
707 13th St SE, Ste 100
Salem, OR 97301
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