LEADERSHIP JACKSON COUNTY
A leadership program for adults started as Leadership Greater Seymour in 1982 and later changed to Leadership Jackson County as the focus shifted to bringing awareness of the value in all areas of the county. Early on, the 12 members of the class completed a group project. Then the class size was changed to at least 20 people, and they were divided into project teams that come up with something to make a difference in various areas, including social concerns, youth, community awareness/growth, history and health. The class used to meet once a month for nine months, but in recent years, there have been 10 meetings. They are held in a different location around the county with different areas of focus each time, giving class members a chance to learn about Jackson County. Today, there are more than 700 alumni. Past executive directors are Marge Klinck, Ann Windley, Susie Gleyze and Terrye Davidson. The current executive director is Rexanne Ude. LJC also has a youth leadership program for middle-schoolers, YoJack, with fall and spring sessions. That program started in 2000.
YoJACK
YoJack is a transformative Jackson County Youth Leadership program that has been shaping the leaders of tomorrow for over a decade. This initiative is dedicated to empowering young individuals by providing them with the knowledge, skills, and experiences necessary to become influential leaders within their community. Through a combination of workshops, community service projects, and mentorship opportunities, YoJack fosters a deep sense of civic responsibility and encourages participants to take an active role in shaping the future of Jackson County. By instilling strong leadership qualities and a commitment to service, YoJack is instrumental in cultivating a new generation of capable, compassionate, and visionary leaders who will undoubtedly contribute to the development of a thriving and cohesive community for years to come.