Think you have what it takes to secure your success? Join us for an exciting, fast paced leadership challenge where strategy, trust, and teamwork collide. Each participant gets one simple task—protect your balloon to earn a reward. But with competition in the air, will you fight to win by yourself or work together for something bigger and win together?
This activity will test your leadership instincts, decision-making skills, and how well you navigate high-stakes situations. The real lesson? Sometimes, the biggest wins come from unexpected places. Are you ready to rethink what it means to win? Join us and find out! Presenters: Rena Sherwani & Sai Chilukuri School: Stone Bridge HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 474A
Being a leader can be challenging, especially amongst your peers. In this session students will learn all the tricks and tips we have gathered in our leadership positions from the student equity committee, newspaper, literary magazine, and debate. Students will learn how to create environments where everyone feels welcomed! Presenters: Sabry Tate & Sydney Tate School: Lightridge HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 454
We will be doing inclusive activities that show people how easy it is to include everyone even when there are people from different social groups. Presenters: Marriott Peede & Solenne Harry School: Tuscarora HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 455
This session is designed to help student council members master the art of social media outreach. Participants will learn how to make engaging content, effectively represent their council’s voice, and build a stronger connection with their student body. This session will also cover practical strategies for managing platforms, growing your audience, and ensuring your message aligns with your council’s goals and values. Presenters: Ash Strayer & Ariana Gudiel School: Park View HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 458
Why do diverse voices matter in leadership? We are the Executive Board of Black Student Union and we will teach participants how to develop leadership skills by advocating for themselves and their community, fostering inclusivity, and creating meaningful change. Presenters: Samarea Bass, Chloe Bazil, Collington Garr, Josiah Powell & Dorothy Agyekum School: John Champe HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 459
Discover how your unique strengths shape the way you lead and interact with others. This session will help you identify your leadership style, understand its impact on your team, and embrace the qualities you have been given to lead with confidence and purpose. Presenters: Jenavive Edwards & Divy Mahesh School: Heritage HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 463
It’s important as leaders that we get to know one another to work together better. Participate in a range of fun icebreaker activities that help us know one another. Presenters: Maggie Powell, Emmy Ross & Ellie Lowman School: Loudoun Valley HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 464
Join us as we dive into how athletics can transform school culture, build unity, and create lasting memories for students of all interests and abilities. This presentation highlights innovative athletic programs, inclusive sports initiatives, and exciting school spirit events that have energized our school . Presenters: Ashlee Ravelo-Callalli & Drew Offhaus School: Park View HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 466
In this session, presenters will share the how-to's on the most eventful and exciting Homecoming Week in the county. Presenters: Cat Hechter & Milena Hayrapetyan School: Potomac Falls HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 467
Join this session to learn how to successfully lead club meetings, work with other officers, and engage your members by remaining organized and passionate about your work. Presenter: Samantha Gloe School: Stone Bridge HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 468
How do we focus more on new ideas and keep ourselves from being stuck on what we're used to? Just because something is a tradition doesn't mean it is permanent. Innovation and creativity should be embraced no matter what. This session focuses on the importance of innovation and tradition. Presenters: Sameera Harode, Justin Sherman & Maaz Ahsan School: Independence HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 471
Kindness builds resilience and can shift people's thoughts away from their struggles and stress. Presenters: Attyat Sabooh & Kailey Martinez School: Tuscarora HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 472
Discover how involvement in DECA fosters leadership and sharpens communication skills. Presenters will share personal stories of growth, illustrating how DECA experiences shaped their ability to lead with confidence and connect effectively with diverse audiences. Gain valuable insights and inspiration to develop your own leadership journey through DECA. Presenters: Azhar Peera & Aditya Kalva School: John Champe HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 474B
This breakout will provide student leaders with tools to prioritize mental health while effectively fulfilling leadership responsibilities. Presenters: CC DePascale & Sammi Gaylord School: Loudoun Valley HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 476B
Ever wondered what goes into producing a morning broadcast that’s both engaging and impactful? In this interactive session, you’ll uncover the tips and tricks behind planning and organizing a professional-quality show that fosters school spirit and community. Learn to develop interview skills that captivate an audience, explore WeVideo for creating and editing segments, and dive into the Wire-cast Streaming Platform for seamless live broadcasting.
Whether your school is starting from scratch or enhancing your existing broadcast, this breakout session equips you with the tools, techniques, and inspiration to deliver a broadcast that’s informative, entertaining, and essential. Walk away ready to take your school’s storytelling to the next level! Presenters: Harper Freeman & Elle Santucci School: Riverside HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 476A
This engaging and hands-on presentation explores the qualities of a good leader—such as communication, adaptability, and perseverance—through the fun and creative process of making slime. Students will learn how these leadership traits are essential in guiding a team or achieving goals, while the slime-making activity serves as a metaphor for flexibility, cohesion, and the importance of combining different strengths to create something great. Presenters: Lily Poag & Belle Ours School: Loudoun Valley HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 479
Students will explore how their leadership style aligns with serving others, reflect on past service projects, and discuss the role of service in effective leadership. Presenter: Evelyn McCann School: Loudoun Valley HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 478
Dive into the vibrant world of school spirit and discover how to create unforgettable experiences that foster a strong sense of community and pride. This breakout session will cover:
School Spirit and Spirit Weeks: Learn how to plan and execute exciting spirit weeks that energize students and staff, featuring themed days, competitions, and activities.
Homecoming Celebrations
Boosting Student Participation
Presenters: Nsayah Davis, Darby Hamilton & Jillian Ledbetter School: John Champe HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 481
This program focuses on students taking charge of their learning by starting a Student Advisory Planning Team at their school. It can be as easy as reaching out to your school's admin to figure out who currently runs the advisory lessons. Following that, helping the teacher by pitching in ideas can help the student body have more guided presentations about what they want to see in their advisory lessons. Currently, our club is able to bring awareness not only to what is happening in the school, but also future events and events regarding the outside world. Additionally, this breakout will not only be about how to create a chapter of SAPT, but also how to write informative lessons that will engage with the student body and the importance of taking charge of your education. Presenters: Nicole Almeida & Niva Bangaru School: Lightridge HS
Wednesday February 26, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm EST
Room 482
