Leadership & Empowerment Team

LET is dedicated to providing professional growth opportunities for our 5,400 staff members. From authentic, thought-provoking discussions during book studies to a variety of workshops offered to staff, administrators and board members, LET is creating positive outcomes through all-encompassing professional learning.

LET is all about leadership. We are committed to ensuring that nothing gets in the way of our young people. We believe that everyone has a voice and young people deserve to be seen and heard. By removing barriers and empowering young people we create opportunities for our students to be the best versions of themselves.

MISD is forging a brand new leadership pathway for high school students called Emerging Leaders. The inaugural cohort of Emerging Leaders was established in 2021-22 with chapters at each of our six high schools. In the program’s first year, over 300 students are actively participating in after school meetings, service projects, community outreach and school visits. Beginning in the 2022-23 school year, 11th and 12th grade students will have the opportunity to enroll in an elective course designed to advance their leadership development. 

Beginning in the fall of 2022, each of our middle schools will launch an after-school leadership program that will provide young people the opportunity to research and gain a better understanding of culture and how it encompasses belonging.  

Elementary students are encouraged to participate in Ron Clark’s “Amazing Shake” competition aimed at developing the professional skills for the next generation of leaders.

LET will continue to examine district practices, activities and programs for additional opportunities to empower young leaders.

The Mesquite Promise will launched in 2022 with the specific objective of helping adults in our community identify opportunities to actively engage with and support young people in a way that ensures dignity and enhances a sense of belonging. The Mesquite Promise outlines four principles and 16 habits for adults and young people to establish and nurture. We believe the Mesquite Promise will cultivate our collective goal of removing barriers and surrounding young people with the opportunities they need to grow up successfully.