Connections: A Summer Leadership Forum

This summer, invest in yourself. Connections is a six-session virtual leadership experience designed for students who want to grow as leaders, build confidence, and connect with peers from across Ohio.

Through engaging conversations and interactive activities, participants will explore self-awareness, communication, ethical decision-making, collaboration, and leadership in today's world. Along the way, you'll develop meaningful relationships, challenge your thinking, and discover how your unique strengths can make a positive impact.

Program Details

• Six virtual sessions (45 minutes each)

• Dates: July 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, and 30

• Morning, afternoon, and evening cohort options

• Cost: $60 for all six sessions

Whether you're an experienced leader or just beginning your leadership journey, Connections will help you strengthen your skills, expand your perspective, and leave inspired to take action.

Register today and start making meaningful connections!

OASL has been offering summer leadership workshops since 1953. Our 5-day workshops will include a balance of hands-on activities and discussions along with personal growth and reflection opportunities.  Students continue to rave about hallmark workshop activities including small council groups, team-building activities, large group sessions, our Ohio IMPACT session with local leaders, service learning and informal opportunities for students to connect 1-on-1 with each other.  We will continue to build on conversations and action planning regarding equity in our schools

Registration closes June 5, 2026!

Early Bird fee (deposit received by May 15th) is $430.00 for students from our member schools and $480.00 if your school is not a member of OASL.

After May 15, the fee is $450.00 for students who attend an OASL member school and $500.00 if not from an OASL member school.

Registration includes room, food and programming!

Join us for the 73rd Annual State Leadership Conference, a celebration of leadership, connection, and impact! This is your chance to connect with student leaders and advisors from across Ohio and be part of something bigger than yourself.

Make a difference through our hands-on State Conference Service Project and dive into small group workshops led by OASL alumni, fellow student leaders, and partner organizations doing great things throughout the state. You’ll gain new ideas, perspectives, and inspiration to take back to your school and community.

Be inspired by an incredible Keynote Speaker, help shape the future as we elect our next OASL State Representatives, and come together for an unforgettable Leaders’ Celebration to close out the conference in style.

Cost: $90 per student/advisor

Make new friends, connect with old friends, work in a small group setting and develop your teamwork skills in a retreat setting. This year’s theme is: Leaders as Problem Solvers

Registration opens September 10th

OASL has been offering summer leadership workshops since 1953. Our 5-day workshops will include a balance of hands-on activities and discussions along with personal growth and reflection opportunities.  Students continue to rave about hallmark workshop activities including small council groups, team-building activities, large group sessions, our Ohio IMPACT session with local leaders, service learning and informal opportunities for students to connect 1-on-1 with each other.  We will continue to build on conversations and action planning regarding equity in our schools

Registration closes June 6, 2025!

Early Bird fee (deposit received by May 15th) is $430.00 for students from our member schools and $480.00 if your school is not a member of OASL.

After May 15, the fee is $450.00 for students who attend an OASL member school and $500.00 if not from an OASL member school.

Registration includes room, food and programming!

Connect with student leaders and advisors from across Ohio

Make a positive difference through our State Conference Service Project

Engage in our Hot Topics Small Group Workshops, facilitated by outstanding OASL alumni

Learn and be inspired by an awesome Keynote speaker

Let your voice be heard as we elect our State Representatives for the OASL Executive Board

Join in the Conference finale, a special Leaders’ Celebration

Cost: $90 per student/advisor

OASL Regional IMPACT Days!

• Sunday, Nov 24: Medina High School

• Saturday, Dec. 14: Belpre High School

• Sunday, Dec. 15: Grove City High School

*All events are 10:00am-3:00pm

Develop your skills - Grove your impact. During this day we will cover topics such as self-awareness, team building, communication and problem solving.

Cost: $20 per person and includes lunch

Registration is now Open! You can register as a group or individual.

Make new friends, connect with old friends, work in a small group setting and develop your teamwork skills in a retreat setting. This year’s theme is: Creativity and SPARK!

and Cost: $70 / Non-member: $90

Registration is now Open!

OASL has been offering summer leadership workshops since 1953. Our 5-day workshops will include a balance of hands-on activities and discussions along with personal growth and reflection opportunities.  Students continue to rave about hallmark workshop activities including small council groups, team-building activities, large group sessions, our Ohio IMPACT session with local leaders, service learning and informal opportunities for students to connect 1-on-1 with each other.  We will continue to build on conversations and action planning regarding equity in our schools

Registration closes Friday, May 24th, 2024!

Cost: $395 Member, $425 Non-Member

Connect with student leaders and advisors from across Ohio

Make a positive difference through our State Conference Service Project

Engage in our Hot Topics Small Group Workshops, facilitated by outstanding OASL alumni

Learn and be inspired by an awesome Keynote speaker

Let your voice be heard as we elect our State Representatives for the OASL Executive Board

Join in the Conference finale, a special Leaders’ Celebration

Cost: $90 per student/advisor

Make new friends, connect with old friends, work in a small group setting and develop your teamwork skills in a retreat setting. This year’s theme is: Communication Skills and Inclusive Communication

Cost: $70 / Non-member: $85

Registration is now Open!

OASL has been offering summer leadership workshops since 1953. Our 5-day workshops will include a balance of hands-on activities and discussions along with personal growth and reflection opportunities.  Students continue to rave about hallmark workshop activities including small council groups, team-building activities, large group sessions, our Ohio IMPACT session with local leaders, service learning and informal opportunities for students to connect 1-on-1 with each other.  We will continue to build on conversations and action planning regarding equity in our schools

Registration closes JUNE 9, 2023!

Cost: $350 Member, $400 Non-Member

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Connect with student leaders and advisors from across Ohio

Make a positive difference through our State Conference Service Project

Engage in our Hot Topics Small Group Workshops, facilitated by outstanding OASL alumni

Learn and be inspired by an awesome Keynote speaker

Let your voice be heard as we elect our State Representatives for the OASL Executive Board

Join in the Conference finale, a special Leaders’ Celebration

Cost: $90 per student/advisor

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Please consider supporting OASL this Giving Tuesday! Help us reach our goal of $12,000 to focus on our 2023 vision.

1. Tackle rising costs of Summer Workshop. Ensure registration fees are not negatively impacted and Increase our scholarship opportunities.

2. Invest in Volunteer Staff Development. As OASL continues rapid growth, we want to ensure that we are better equipping our staff to meet the needs of all students, leaders, schools and communities.

Make new friends, connect with old friends, work in a small group setting and develop your teamwork skills in a retreat setting. This year’s theme is: Problem Solving.

Cost: $65 / Non-member: $75

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