“If you are a current leader or desire to be a leader in Algonquin or Lake in the Hills, I would highly recommend applying for the Community Leadership School”.
Maggie Auger, resident of Algonquin & Alumni

“I would encourage employers to support an employee interested in participating in the Leadership Program.  The once a month curriculum is easier to manage than I thought it would be.  The knowledge I have gained both personally and professionally were well worth the time taken away from the office”.
David Ward,
President of Algonquin Bank & Trust & Alumni

“I felt a much greater connection to and understanding of Lake in the Hills and how everything interconnects after completing Leadership School”.
Janet Morse, resident of Lake in the Hills & Alumni

If you are interestd in speaking to an alumni of the program, please contact the Chamber at 847-658-5300 or email your request.

 

 

 

 

In a cooperative effort, the Algonquin/Lake in the Hills Chamber of Commerce offers an adult leadership program, which alternates each year between the two Village the Chamber serves.

Since 2004, when the Community Leadership School began, over 80 individuals have graduated.

They have gained tremendous knowledge of their community, and a better understanding of how and why it serves an individual both personally and professionally to learn all they can about the community they live and work in.

The Community Leadership School alternates between the Villages of Algonquin and Lake in the Hills.

Applications received for the alternating village will be held until the class opens for enrollment.

2010/2011
Algonquin

2011/2012
Lake in the HIlls

2012/2013
Algonquin

2013/2014
Algonquin

 


Applications are now being accepted through March 15, 2010
for the Ted Spella Leadership School
Enrollment Materials

 

The Leadership Program is a nine-month program which meets the second Friday each month typically beginning in May and ending in February with a Graduation Ceremony where family and friends are invited to celebrate and honor each participants accomplishments. 
 

Through this Program, individuals who may or may not already be involved, will gain a greater understanding of their community. Each month, topics of discussion will pertain to Government, Criminal Justice, Healthcare, to name a few.

Through these sessions, participants will be introduced to current leaders providing the ability to form a support network for the future.

   
Sessions and Curriculum Covered

LEADERSHIP & ETHICS
Leadership principles will be discussed followed by a stimulating discussion on professional ethics within an organization.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Presentations by key officials and an exploration of the various issues and departments with local government.

HERITAGE OF YOUR COMMUNITY
Following a presentation of the history and development of the community, a tour will follow, focusing on areas of interest which helped  create the identity of the community.                       

HEALTH ISSUES IN & AROUND YOUR COMMUNITY
Introduction of health care issues on a local, state and federal level.  Presented by leaders in the health care industry. 

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Key officials in the community present topics including, but not limited to, current and future economic development, the planning and zoning process and economic leadership.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Introduction of the community criminal justice process and the issues a growing community is challenged with on a local and county level.

EDUCATION
Introduction to education in the community. A discussion of the issues and challenges the community faces presented by key leaders.

WORKING WITH THE MEDIA
Presentations by local media leaders and an exploration of how to work effectively with the media to achieve organizational objectives.

COMMUNITY SERVICE IN & AROUND YOUR COMMUNITY
An introduction to the various organizations which add to the quality of life in the community. Conversations with leaders in these organizations will provide an overview of the challenges they face.