Student Leadership Consortium

When students step into their role as ex-officio board members, they’re stepping into leadership. The Student Leadership Consortium from Nassau BOCES is more than a training — it’s a yearlong experience designed to grow their confidence, deepen their understanding of school governance and connect them with peers across the region. This isn’t about preparing for a seat at the table. It’s about preparing to use it.

We combine immersive, hands-on experiences with long-term support to build the habits and mindset of great board members — clarity, confidence, collaboration and civic engagement.

Throughout the year, students will:

• Learn how school boards function and why their role matters

• Develop public speaking, collaboration and critical thinking skills

• Build empathy and ethical reasoning through peer interaction
• Gain tools to represent their peers with purpose and professionalism
• Stay connected with student leaders across Nassau County

Where Student Leaders Connect and Grow

We combine immersive, hands-on experiences with long-term support to build the habits and
mindset of great board members — clarity, confidence, collaboration and civic engagement.

The Student Leadership Consortium is facilitated by a cross-functional team of Nassau BOCES leaders who bring deep expertise in student development, equity and engagement. Students will learn from professionals who understand the regional landscape and are committed to helping them succeed:

• Outdoor and Environmental Learning Program Building resilience, trust and team-based problem-solving through experiential education.
• Mental Health Consortium Supporting social-emotional growth, leadership confidence and respectful communication.
• Equity and Belonging Service Guiding students in navigating diverse perspectives, ethical decision-making and inclusive leadership. This partnership across services reflects what the Consortium is all about: collaboration, care and community leadership.