LEAP Class 2008-09
Schedule of Classes (tent)

July - Welcome
LEAP overview, syllabus, text book and binders, Q&A, mentors assigned and groups assigned

August
The Paralegal Profession
Development of the profession and NALA; a look at our environment today and how this translates into meeting member needs.

September  Leadership
Discussion of John Maxwell's book, The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader (to be provided to all class members); how these qualities apply to associations

October
Association Management
Differences between local and national organizations; governance, review of NALA organizational documents; NALA's financial environment.

November
NALA's Structure Part 1
Members of the board, role of the board, role of Headquarters, how board and staff interact, board policies

December - no class meeting

January
NALA's Structure Part 2
Role of the committees, councils, and boards within NALA

February
NALA's Structure Part 3
Affiliated associations and membership

March - Communications
Public speaking, communications in small groups

April - Miscellaneous
Overview of NALA election process, Q&A about presentations, general discussion

May & June
Work in groups with assigned NALA board members; developing presentations