WHAT IS SALT?

The "SALT" curriculum was developed by Stanford University and Sarge Athletics for Middle & High Schoolers.  The activities in this classroom based curriculum encourage skill and knowledge building around three areas, all common to diverse styles of leadership: communication and interpersonal skills, analytic and critical reflection, and positive involvement in school and community affairs.

1.     KNOWLEDGE OF LEADERSHIP:

• An understanding of their personal leadership style, strengths, and personal growth.
• Knowledge of civic and social issues, and how they relate to community contexts.
• Knowledge of techniques and methods leaders can use to advance social change.

​2.     SKILLS THAT FACILITATE LEADERSHIP:

• Active listening.
• Public speaking and presenting.
• Debate and compromise.
• Decision making.
• Group facilitation.
• Ability to work with others collaboratively.
• Research techniques such as interviewing, survey development, and analysis.
• Self assessment and reflection on practice.

​3.     ATTITUDES OF LEADERSHIP:

• A sense of voice in their program, school, and community.
• A sense that they can accomplish things in their community.
• A sense that they matter and have potential.
• A sense of belonging in their program, school, and community.
• Commitment to understanding and developing their skills.

​4.     AS A RESULT, ADULTS TO DEVELOP:

• Relationships and partnerships with youth.
• Knowledge of youth needs and strengths.
• Skills for supporting youth as partners.

​5.     AS A RESULT, COMMUNITIES WILL GAIN:

• Youth-driven data and recommendations for school and community decision making.
• Engaged and competent youth contributing to  school and community renewal.
• Adults and youth can work together for positive growth and change.