About Leadership Launchpad
Across the district, many leaders have committed to leadership development in their teams. Leadership Launchpad is a foundational program that incorporates this work.
This program introduces individuals to their Everything DiSC profile, enabling participants to gain insight into their communication preferences, strengths, and interactions with others.
The program also introduces participants to leadership competencies and expectations for community college leaders. Participants also reflect on how their DiSC workstyles influences their leadership approach, helping them connect self-awareness to effective leadership behaviors.
As of Spring 2026, the Leadership Launchpad program will consist of two workshops:
A) Everything DiSC: Your Workstyle and Effective Communication
B) Everyone is a Leader: Principles of Leadership
To sign up for an Everything DiSC Workshop, please complete this FORM and we will schedule you for a workshop.
The Everyone is a Leader workshop will be held in late summer and early fall.
Questions about the Everything DiSC workshop or the Leadership Launchpad program? Contact Anu Khanna at [email protected].
About Leadership Lab (Inaugural Cohorts Start Summer 2026)
Leadership Lab is part of FHDA’s leadership development pathway and is designed for employees who want to grow their leadership skills, explore career mobility, and prepare for broader organizational responsibilities. The Leadership Lab program will help participants deepen practical leadership competencies through cohort learning, applied work, and interactive sessions.
What are guiding questions for this program?
- What does it mean to lead beyond my role within the District?
- How does my work connect to and impact other departments, campuses, and the institution as a whole?
- How do I navigate situations where there are competing priorities across teams or campuses?
- What is within my sphere of influence, and how can I use it effectively?
- How do I contribute to solutions instead of waiting for others to solve problems?
- How do I continue developing myself in ways that strengthen both my role and the institution?
What is the program format?
- Hybrid: 6 sessions (a combination of virtual and in-person)
- Applied work
- Prep work plus interactive participation expected
Who Should Apply
Any employee meeting the following criteria is eligible:
- Completed Everything DiSC workshop
- Employed with the District for at least one year
- Interested in professional development or career mobility
- Able to commit to the program dates and applied work
- Has supervisor support to participate
Cohort Dates
Cohort 1: July 8 - Aug 26, 2026
| Date | Meeting Format | Time |
|---|---|---|
| July 8, 2026 | In-person | 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM |
| — | Applied Work | Independent Work Time |
| July 22, 2026 | Virtual | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM |
| July 29, 2026 | Virtual | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM |
| — | Applied Work | Independent Work Time |
| Aug 5, 2026 | In-person | 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM |
| Aug 12, 2026 | Virtual | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM |
| — | Applied Work | Independent Work Time |
| Aug 26, 2026 | In-person | 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM |
Cohort 2: Sept 30 - Dec 2, 2026
| Date | Meeting Format | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | In-person | 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM |
| — | Applied Work | Independent Work Time |
| Oct 14, 2026 | Virtual | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM |
| Oct 28, 2026 | Virtual | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM |
| — | Applied Work | Independent Work Time |
| Nov 4, 2026 | In-person | 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM |
| Nov 18, 2026 | Virtual | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM |
| — | Applied Work | Independent Work Time |
| Dec 2, 2026 | In-person | 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM |
Submit an Application
Please complete the form below by 5PM on June 18, 2026 if you are prioritizing attendance at Cohort 1 or by 5PM on September 18, 2026 for attendance at Cohort 2.
Leadership Lab - Application to Participate
Questions about the Leadership Lab program or the application?
Contact Tony Brown at [email protected].