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When is the Kettering Leadership Academy held?

We accept applications beginning in March and ending in June. Interviews are typically conducted in late July to early August. If accepted, participants will meet for classes the second Thursday of every month, October through May, excluding December. There is also a two-day retreat in September. Each class starts at 8 a.m. and ends at...

What is a typical class day like?

A typical class covers a selected area and includes: Overview by experts in the field Opportunity to experience one or more aspects of that month’s topic Casual conversation with community leaders A leadership exercise based on the current class topic Each class covers a different area and includes: Local Government Non- profit Organizations and Community...

What is expected from the participants?

Participants are expected to: Attend a mandatory two-day retreat Attend at least six of the seven classes Participate in small class teams Gather information, develop solutions and present them to the class Complete a community-related class project Conduct assignment work and activities outside of normal class times Other activities include: Board meeting attendance (City of...

Who speaks at the classes?

A variety of Kettering community leaders representing government, business, church and service agencies will speak and share their experiences at the classes.

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