Leadership Pike application deadline approaching
MILFORD Leadership Pike is strong and gaining momentum in Pike County. Through the efforts of John Drake of Northampton Community College, Scott Weiland of the Pike County Chamber of Commerce, and Peter Wulfhorst of Penn State County Cooperative Extension in Pike County, people who work and live in Pike County are talking about the Leadership Pike program. The deadline to submit an application to participate in the next Leadership Class is fast approaching. Don’t miss out on an exciting professional development opportunity in Pike County. According to a survey given to previous Leadership Pike participants, Leadership Pike especially aided students in adapting their leadership to be more effective throughout a variety of situations. Out of ten participants, eight said that Leadership Pike helped them develop skills to manage conflict, resolve conflict, delegate responsibilities, work more effectively in a group, communicate more clearly with others and motive and inspire people to work together! The same eighty percent also believe that Leadership Pike helped them to understand their leadership strengths and weaknesses. The Leadership Pike program is accepting applications for its 2008/09 class, which will commence on Sept. 5. Leadership Pike is a comprehensive leadership development program which offers individuals the opportunity to develop and sharpen leadership skills, a chance to network with existing and future leaders, and to learn about Pike County’s assets as well as introducing participants to the major issues and challenges facing the county. Leadership Pike graduates have sharpened their leadership skills, met many existing and prospective leaders, and learned about important issues and challenges facing Pike County in the future. Leadership Pike topics include an overview of Pike County, the future of Pike County, government and public services, education and public information, health and human service, quality of life/environment, project planning, and business and economic development. Classes encourage students to work on their leadership skills. Classes will meet the first or second Friday of each month from September through April, 9 a.m - 5 p.m. at various locations throughout Pike County. In addition, there will be a graduation ceremony in May. The tuition is $450 which includes program materials, continental breakfasts and lunches. Scholarships are available for those who qualify. For more information on Leadership Pike and scholarship donations, or to obtain applications, please contact Peter Wulfhorst at the Penn State Cooperative Extension, 514 Broad Street, Milford, phone 570-296-3400 or visit the web site at http://pikeextension.psu.edu/Programs.html