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'''LEDA Constitution'''
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==Preamble==
 
==Preamble==
We, LEDA Scholars, aspire to establish a better community within not only our cohort but the world through the practice and sharing of LEDA's core values of excellence, integrity, community, and compassion through the use of this constitution.
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With this constitution we, LEDA Scholars, aspire to establish a better community within not only our cohort, but also the world through the practice and sharing of LEDA's core values of excellence, integrity, community, and compassion.
  
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==Article I: Structure of Government==
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At LEDA we believe everyone’s voice should be heard. In order to ensure this, we enforce a direct democracy in which majority rules. Mediators are elected to maintain a peaceful environment in controlled debates; however, they are not given the authority to make executive decisions. Mediators are tasked with regulating discussion, but they are also allowed to voice personal opinions on issues. Official votes are tallied to make final decisions. During times of disagreement, small groups are tasked with determining their own solutions. A representative then presents his or her group’s conclusions on the matter. The presented solutions are voted upon, and majority rules. Appointed secretaries take extensive notes, providing a reference to the decisions made. Everyone is held accountable for his or her behavior during decision-making processes and shows true integrity by accepting consequences resulting from wrongful behavior. The upmost importance is given to the creation and maintenance of our community’s internal trust and honest.
  
==Article I: Structure of Government==
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==Article II: Core Values==
At LEDA we believe everyone’s voice should be heard. In order to ensure this, we enforce a direct democracy in which majority rules by number. There were mediators who created a peaceful environment in which there was a controlled debate. They only had the authority to call on people and state their personal opinions. They could not make any executive decisions without calling for an official vote. There were appointed secretaries who took extensive notes about what was being discussed for the sake of organization. The last two members of the governmental process are the scribes. They collected all the information used throughout the day and wrote it down to create this constitution.
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Everyone was held accountable for their own actions and showed true integrity by accepting the consequences of wrongful behavior. It was important to create and maintain a community built upon trust and honesty.
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LEDA scholars learn to live upholding certain standards based on four core values: Excellence, Integrity, Compassion, and Community. As LEDA scholars, we pledge to embody these values by fostering efficient, ethical and sustainable leadership. We vow to continuously value each and every individual, whether a member of the LEDA community or not, and to be a body of people respectfully representing and relying upon one another. We support those promoting harmonious, co-existent environments absent of any negativity which could hinder our determination for a better future.
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Our ideology is to respect others in order to build a community based on love and peace, while embracing hope in our endeavors to reach for a better tomorrow. Not only will we build a community based on appreciation and respect but also a community enhanced by striving for excellence and leadership. Through the encouragement of leadership, LEDA Scholars will change their communities for the better and encourage others to join with them.
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===Integrity===
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To have integrity is to value honesty, accountability, and moral character. Here at LEDA, all scholars are expected to adhere and exemplify integrity in everything they do. We learn the true meaning of integrity by building a community fostered by this principle.
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===Compassion===
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Compassion is the act of evoking change as a result of empathetic sentiments for a person, idea, or issue.  LEDA Scholars must first have compassion in order to be effective leaders. One must endeavor to reach an understanding of other’s viewpoints.
  
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===Excellence===
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To be excellent is to do a common thing in an uncommon way. By holding themselves to a higher standard, LEDA Scholars are expected to find new, innovative ways to make a difference in their community and themselves.
  
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===Pluralism===
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Pluralism takes diversity to the next level by requiring an exchange of dialogue amongst the different communities.  LEDA Scholars learn to openly communicate with others and create a diverse world in which pluralism is celebrated.
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===Open Mindedness===
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Having or showing a mind receptive to new ideas or arguments. It’s easy for one to become stuck in their viewpoints, but LEDA Scholars are receptive to understanding how others think and the reasoning behind their thoughts.
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===Being Informed===
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In order to be a leader, one must be cognizant of his or her surroundings and display a knowledge on specific subjects and situations. LEDA Scholars should be knowledgeable on issues concerning their communities.
  
==Article II: Core Values==
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===Willingness to Learn===
LEDA Scholars learn to live by certain standards and core values taught to them to ensure they foster efficient, ethical, and sustainable leadership within the LEDA community and beyond. We will continuously give value to each and every individual present in and out of the community and be a body of people who represent one another respectively and interact with each other as often as needed. We support an individual or a group of individuals promoting a harmonious co-existent environment lacking negative behaviors and remarks while maintaining determination for a better future.
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Our theory is to respect others to build a community based on love and peace, while striving for hope for the benefit of the future. Not only will we build a community based on appreciation of others but also a community based on striving for excellence and leadership. Through the encouragement of leadership, individuals will change their communities for the better and encourage others to do the same.
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Leaders should always be aware of their own ignorance and have a hunger to discover that which they do not know. LEDA Scholars should always maintain a drive for learning and an open mind while enhancing their intellect.  
===I. Integrity===
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Integrity is a value of honesty, accountability, and the practice of moral character.
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===Community===
Here at LEDA all scholars are expected to adhere and exemplify integrity in everything they do.They learn what integrity truly means by building a community fostered on this principle.
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===II. Compassion===
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The people with common interests living in a particular area. LEDA Scholars are not only expected to foster an efficient community, but also be a part of a larger community. Communities are based upon all the previously listed core values and are shaped by each individual working together as a whole.
Compassion is the act of evoking change from empathy felt for a person, idea or issue.
 
LEDA Scholars must first have compassion in order to be effective leaders. One must understand why another person thinks or feels a certain way.
 
===III. Excellence===
 
To be excellent is to do a common thing in an uncommon way.
 
LEDA Scholars are expected to find new, innovative ways to make a difference in their community or themselves. By holding themselves to a greater standard than what is expected of them by others.
 
===IV. Pluralism===
 
Pluralism is different from diversity in the way that pluralism requires the exchange of dialogue between different communities.
 
LEDA Scholars learn to openly communicate with others and create a diverse world in which pluralism is practiced.
 
===V. Open Mindedness===
 
Having or showing a mind receptive to new ideas or arguments.
 
It is easy for one to become stuck in their viewpoints, but LEDA Scholars are receptive to understanding how others think and the reasoning behind their thoughts.
 
===VI. Being Informed===
 
Having or showing knowledge of a particular subject or situation.
 
In order to be a leader, one must be cognizant to their surroundings. LEDA Scholars should know what is going on in themselves and the community at large.
 
===VII. Willingness to Learn===  
 
A leader should always recognize their own ignorance and have a hunger to discover that which they do not know.  
 
LEDA Scholars must know what they don’t know and should always keep their drive for learning more with an open mind.
 
===VIII. Community===  
 
The people with common interests living in a particular area.
 
LEDA Scholars are not only expected to foster an efficient community, but should also be a part of a larger community. Communities are based upon all the previously listed core values and are shaped by each individual working together as a whole.
 
  
==Article III: Application==
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==Article III Application==
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===LEDA in Self===
 
===LEDA in Self===
LEDA Scholars should always hold dear the principles listed in Article II in their daily lives. One must recognize that these values start within and help to develop a true leader within themselves.
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LEDA Scholars should always hold dear the principles listed in Article II in their daily lives. One must recognize that these values start within and expand to others throughout his or her journey of leadership development.  
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===LEDA at School===
 
===LEDA at School===
Every LEDA Scholar will eventually go back to school. It is important that when they do, they do not lose sight of the values they have learned. If they do not put what was taught to them at LEDA into practice, the values will be lost. These principles must be put into action within our own school communities in order to create a diverse and effective learning environment.  
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One can put these ideals into practice by communicating them to others, starting clubs, taking on leadership positions, motivating others, and leading by example.
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When LEDA scholars return home to their communities it is important that they do not lose sight of the values they have learned. If they do not put LEDA’s teachings into practice, the values will be lost. These principles must be actively embodied within our own school communities in order to create new diverse and effective learning environments. One can put these ideals into practice by communicating them to others, starting clubs, taking on leadership positions, motivating others, and leading by example.
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===LEDA at Home===
 
===LEDA at Home===
A LEDA Scholar must practice the principles they learned at home. Whether their home be with family, friends or others, a LEDA Scholar should not lose sight of what makes them a LEDA Scholar. Being a role model is crucial because it will show those around you how you have grown an individual into a more effective leader.
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A LEDA Scholar must practice the principles they learned at home. A LEDA Scholar should not lose sight of what makes them a LEDA Scholar. Being a role model is crucial because it will show others how we have grown into more effective leaders.  
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===LEDA in the Community===
 
===LEDA in the Community===
Anywhere not specifically addressed in the previous sub articles is still a community. Every person one meets is a part of the a greater whole. It is important for LEDA Scholars to build and maintain a moral compass upon which to build a community structured on the common good.
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All other places where LEDA scholars are found which have not been previously addressed are still a part of our community. Every person one meets provides an opportunity to improve the LEDA network as a whole. It is important for LEDA Scholars to build and maintain a moral compass upon which to build a community structured on the common good.
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==Article IV: LEDA Relief==
 
==Article IV: LEDA Relief==
As LEDA Scholars, you are expected to work hard, but it’s equally important to play hard.
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Although a LEDA Scholar must focus on academics and attributes of leadership, a LEDA Scholar must know the fundamentals of having fun. Without removing stress, scholars will become mentally unstable, become sleep deprived, and become unproductive. A LEDA scholar must develop ways on how they can relieve stress and enjoy recreational activities with their constituents.
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As LEDA Scholars, we are expected to work hard, but it’s equally important to play hard.
 
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Although a LEDA Scholar must focus on academics and attributes of leadership, a LEDA Scholar must know the fundamentals of having fun. Without removing stress, scholars will become mentally unstable, sleep deprived and unproductive. As LEDA scholars, we must develop ways to relieve stress and enjoy recreational activities with our constituents.
Dancing
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*Dancing
 
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*Sports
Sports
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*Board Games
 
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*Stepping
Board Games
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*Selfie Wars
 
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*Ninja!!!
Stepping
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*Waww!!!!
 
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*Manhunt
Selfie Wars
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*LEDA Olympics
 
 
Ninja
 
 
 
Waww!
 
 
 
Manhunt
 
 
 
LEDA     Olympics
 
  
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===Sayings===
 
===Sayings===
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Without our little sayings, LEDA would not be the same. It is important to use at least one of the following sayings on a daily basis:
 
Without our little sayings, LEDA would not be the same. It is important to use at least one of the following sayings on a daily basis:
 
* “Oh nooooo!”
 
* “Oh nooooo!”
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*”Super Sketch”
 
*”Super Sketch”
 
*”Respectfully Disagree”
 
*”Respectfully Disagree”
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===Twerking===
 
===Twerking===
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Everyone should find a mentor who can teach them the technique of twerking. Moving one’s buttocks in a rhythmic pattern with no worries is symbolic of stress leaving the body of the LEDA Scholar. As we say, “twerking is working”. The act of twerking symbolizes LEDA scholars’ commitment to fun. Although scholars are committed to academic enrichment, they recognize the need to develop healthy social relationships and are always seeking opportunities to socialize and make time to enjoy themselves, putting aside the stresses of every day life.
 
Everyone should find a mentor who can teach them the technique of twerking. Moving one’s buttocks in a rhythmic pattern with no worries is symbolic of stress leaving the body of the LEDA Scholar. As we say, “twerking is working”. The act of twerking symbolizes LEDA scholars’ commitment to fun. Although scholars are committed to academic enrichment, they recognize the need to develop healthy social relationships and are always seeking opportunities to socialize and make time to enjoy themselves, putting aside the stresses of every day life.
  
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===DEHA===
 
===DEHA===
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While there is a leader government, DEHA is the true power in this direct democracy. DEHA stands for “Dictatorship Enterprise for a Homogenous America” and is the alter ego of LEDA. All LEDA Scholars are initiated into this group as a reminder of how not to act when they leave the LEDA program.
 
While there is a leader government, DEHA is the true power in this direct democracy. DEHA stands for “Dictatorship Enterprise for a Homogenous America” and is the alter ego of LEDA. All LEDA Scholars are initiated into this group as a reminder of how not to act when they leave the LEDA program.
 
 
==Student Signatures==
 

Latest revision as of 06:39, 6 August 2013

LEDA Consitution Cohort 9


LEDA Constitution

Preamble

With this constitution we, LEDA Scholars, aspire to establish a better community within not only our cohort, but also the world through the practice and sharing of LEDA's core values of excellence, integrity, community, and compassion.

Article I: Structure of Government

At LEDA we believe everyone’s voice should be heard. In order to ensure this, we enforce a direct democracy in which majority rules. Mediators are elected to maintain a peaceful environment in controlled debates; however, they are not given the authority to make executive decisions. Mediators are tasked with regulating discussion, but they are also allowed to voice personal opinions on issues. Official votes are tallied to make final decisions. During times of disagreement, small groups are tasked with determining their own solutions. A representative then presents his or her group’s conclusions on the matter. The presented solutions are voted upon, and majority rules. Appointed secretaries take extensive notes, providing a reference to the decisions made. Everyone is held accountable for his or her behavior during decision-making processes and shows true integrity by accepting consequences resulting from wrongful behavior. The upmost importance is given to the creation and maintenance of our community’s internal trust and honest.

Article II: Core Values

LEDA scholars learn to live upholding certain standards based on four core values: Excellence, Integrity, Compassion, and Community. As LEDA scholars, we pledge to embody these values by fostering efficient, ethical and sustainable leadership. We vow to continuously value each and every individual, whether a member of the LEDA community or not, and to be a body of people respectfully representing and relying upon one another. We support those promoting harmonious, co-existent environments absent of any negativity which could hinder our determination for a better future. Our ideology is to respect others in order to build a community based on love and peace, while embracing hope in our endeavors to reach for a better tomorrow. Not only will we build a community based on appreciation and respect but also a community enhanced by striving for excellence and leadership. Through the encouragement of leadership, LEDA Scholars will change their communities for the better and encourage others to join with them.


Integrity

To have integrity is to value honesty, accountability, and moral character. Here at LEDA, all scholars are expected to adhere and exemplify integrity in everything they do. We learn the true meaning of integrity by building a community fostered by this principle.

Compassion

Compassion is the act of evoking change as a result of empathetic sentiments for a person, idea, or issue. LEDA Scholars must first have compassion in order to be effective leaders. One must endeavor to reach an understanding of other’s viewpoints.

Excellence

To be excellent is to do a common thing in an uncommon way. By holding themselves to a higher standard, LEDA Scholars are expected to find new, innovative ways to make a difference in their community and themselves.

Pluralism

Pluralism takes diversity to the next level by requiring an exchange of dialogue amongst the different communities. LEDA Scholars learn to openly communicate with others and create a diverse world in which pluralism is celebrated.

Open Mindedness

Having or showing a mind receptive to new ideas or arguments. It’s easy for one to become stuck in their viewpoints, but LEDA Scholars are receptive to understanding how others think and the reasoning behind their thoughts.

Being Informed

In order to be a leader, one must be cognizant of his or her surroundings and display a knowledge on specific subjects and situations. LEDA Scholars should be knowledgeable on issues concerning their communities.

Willingness to Learn

Leaders should always be aware of their own ignorance and have a hunger to discover that which they do not know. LEDA Scholars should always maintain a drive for learning and an open mind while enhancing their intellect.

Community

The people with common interests living in a particular area. LEDA Scholars are not only expected to foster an efficient community, but also be a part of a larger community. Communities are based upon all the previously listed core values and are shaped by each individual working together as a whole.

Article III Application

LEDA in Self

LEDA Scholars should always hold dear the principles listed in Article II in their daily lives. One must recognize that these values start within and expand to others throughout his or her journey of leadership development.

LEDA at School

When LEDA scholars return home to their communities it is important that they do not lose sight of the values they have learned. If they do not put LEDA’s teachings into practice, the values will be lost. These principles must be actively embodied within our own school communities in order to create new diverse and effective learning environments. One can put these ideals into practice by communicating them to others, starting clubs, taking on leadership positions, motivating others, and leading by example.

LEDA at Home

A LEDA Scholar must practice the principles they learned at home. A LEDA Scholar should not lose sight of what makes them a LEDA Scholar. Being a role model is crucial because it will show others how we have grown into more effective leaders.

LEDA in the Community

All other places where LEDA scholars are found which have not been previously addressed are still a part of our community. Every person one meets provides an opportunity to improve the LEDA network as a whole. It is important for LEDA Scholars to build and maintain a moral compass upon which to build a community structured on the common good.



Article IV: LEDA Relief

As LEDA Scholars, we are expected to work hard, but it’s equally important to play hard. Although a LEDA Scholar must focus on academics and attributes of leadership, a LEDA Scholar must know the fundamentals of having fun. Without removing stress, scholars will become mentally unstable, sleep deprived and unproductive. As LEDA scholars, we must develop ways to relieve stress and enjoy recreational activities with our constituents.

  • Dancing
  • Sports
  • Board Games
  • Stepping
  • Selfie Wars
  • Ninja!!!
  • Waww!!!!
  • Manhunt
  • LEDA Olympics


Sayings

Without our little sayings, LEDA would not be the same. It is important to use at least one of the following sayings on a daily basis:

  • “Oh nooooo!”
  • “The struggle is real!”
  • “Sleep?
  • “Oh my head!”
  • ”Super Sketch”
  • ”Respectfully Disagree”


Twerking

Everyone should find a mentor who can teach them the technique of twerking. Moving one’s buttocks in a rhythmic pattern with no worries is symbolic of stress leaving the body of the LEDA Scholar. As we say, “twerking is working”. The act of twerking symbolizes LEDA scholars’ commitment to fun. Although scholars are committed to academic enrichment, they recognize the need to develop healthy social relationships and are always seeking opportunities to socialize and make time to enjoy themselves, putting aside the stresses of every day life.



DEHA

While there is a leader government, DEHA is the true power in this direct democracy. DEHA stands for “Dictatorship Enterprise for a Homogenous America” and is the alter ego of LEDA. All LEDA Scholars are initiated into this group as a reminder of how not to act when they leave the LEDA program.