Build Foundational Skills
LTI equips CSOs with the foundational program skills they need for the year.
Chief Science Officers
Leadership Training Institute & Cabinet
Required foundational training and regional Cabinet Meetings give Chief Science Officers the skills, plan, and peer connections to lead throughout the year.
Leadership Training Institute
The Required Foundation
All officers must attend and participate in LTI. The event prepares CSOs for the program year and connects them with fellow student leaders.
Required participation: LTI is the foundational event for every Chief Science Officer.
Develop the Initial Action Plan
Each CSO begins the Action Plan process by developing an initial plan during LTI.
Build Camaraderie
LTI connects CSOs who may not otherwise meet peers outside their own school.
Regional Cabinet
Learning Continues in Fall and Spring
Cabinet Meetings organize CSOs by geographic Regional Cabinet and are led by a CSO Regional Lead.
At Least Twice a Year
Regional Cabinet Meetings are held at least twice annually, including Fall and Spring meetings.
Typically 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Meetings typically run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with lunch provided.
Led Regionally
The CSO Regional Lead guides each geographic Regional Cabinet.
Extending LTI learning: Cabinet Meetings focus on Action Plans and collaboration with other CSOs, mentors, and STEM professionals.
Officer Expectations
Participate, Connect, and Share
Leadership extends beyond the foundational event and Cabinet Meetings.
Attend LTI
Every officer is expected to attend and participate in the required Leadership Training Institute.
Attend Regional or Statewide Events
In addition to LTI, CSOs are expected to attend a minimum of two regional or statewide events each year.
Share With Peers
CSOs are expected to share their event experiences with peers.
CSO Regional Lead
CSO Advisor
School Administrator
Annual School Visit
Regional Support Comes to Every Participating School
The CSO Regional Lead makes an annual visit to every participating school together with the CSO Advisor and school administrator.