JAKAPA’s Soft Skills align with the Leader in Me program

Habit from Leader in Me

Description of Habit

JAKAPA skills that impact habit development

Be proactive

I am a responsible person. I take initiative. I choose my actions, attitudes, and moods. I do not blame others for my actions. I make good, responsible choices without being asked, even when no one is looking.

Independence, Responsibility Management, Optimism, Confidence Regulation, Self-Reflection, Anger management, Decision-making, Ethical capacity, Adaptability, Impulse Regulation

Begin with the end in mind

I plan ahead and set goals. I do things that have meaning and make a difference. I am an important part of my classroom and contribute to my school’s mission and vision. I look for ways to be a good citizen.

Goal regulation, Time management, Task management, Cultural competence, Perspective taking, Teamwork, Social warmth, Capacity for trust, Ethical capacity

I spend my time on things that are most important. This means I say no to things I know I should not do. I set priorities, make a schedule, and follow my plan. I am disciplined and organized.

Decision Making, Task Management, Organization, Detail Management, Rule Following, Ethical capacity, Time management, Responsibility management

Think Win-Win

I balance courage for getting what I want with consideration for what others want. I make deposits in others’ Emotional Bank Accounts. When conflicts arise, I look for third alternatives.

Perspective taking, Cultural competence, Conversational skills, Social warmth, Capacity for trust, Abstract thinking, Problem-solving, Leadership, Expressive communication, Persuasive communication, Anger management, Adaptability, Optimism, Teamwork

Seek first to understand then to be understood

I listen to other people’s ideas and feelings. I try to see things from their viewpoints. I listen to others without interrupting. I am confident in voicing my ideas. I look people in the eyes when talking.

Social warmth, Perspective Taking, Cultural competence, Conversational skills, Expressive skills, Capacity for trust, Information processing, Self-reflection, Abstract thinking, Adaptability

Synergize

I value other people’s strengths and learn from them. I get along well with others, even people who are different than me. I work well in groups. I seek out other people’s ideas to solve problems because I know that by teaming with others we can create better solutions than anyone of us can alone. I am humble.

Conversational skills, Expressive skills, Cultural competence, Perspective taking, Teamwork, Anger management, Adaptability, Impulse regulation, Confidence regulation, Decision-making

Sharpen the Saw

I take care of my body by eating right, exercising and getting sleep. I spend time with family and friends. I learn in lots of ways and lots of places, not just at school. I find meaningful ways to help others.

Stress regulation, Optimism, Anger management, Impulse regulation, Social warmth, Perspective taking, Teamwork, Capacity for trust, Ethical capacity, Creativity, Time management, Responsibility management, Conversational skills, Social warmth, Energy regulation