Leadership Council Member Responsibilities

General Expectations – Duty

Know and support Smart Beginnings Shenandoah Valley (SBSV) vision and mission

Be Early Childhood Champions by advocating for SBSV and articulating the importance of early

childhood initiatives in this region

Nominate and assist in recruiting an individual to serve on the Leadership Council at the end of my term

Declare any conflict of interest that may exist in decision-making on each vote and meeting discussion Meetings – Participation

Participate in quarterly Leadership Council meetings o 2012 dates - January 11, April 11, July 11, October 10; 2013 dates – January 9, April 10, July 9,

October 8

o Houff Community Center - Bridgewater Retirement Community

o 8:00-9:30 a.m., breakfast served at 7:45 a.m.

Act as consultants to SBSV Steering Committee by sharing expertise, especially in the areas of

strategic planning, public awareness and fundraising

Attend the annual Early Childhood Leadership Summit

Resource Development – Care

Assist the SBSV Steering Committee in ensuring long-term sustainability of the organization

Cultivate resources that promote the mission of SBSV, i.e. human resources, financial resources, and in-kind gifts

Support the mission of SBSV through a corporate or personal financial gift annually (no minimum)

Print Name: _____________________________________ Signature: _____________________________________ Date: _____________________________________

Thank you!

Please return to: Alysia Davis, Coordinator Smart Beginnings Shenandoah Valley 800 S. Main Street, MSC 9008 Harrisonburg, VA 22807

Vision: A diverse community where every family is supported and has access to quality programs and resources for their young child.

Mission: To help all children enter school healthy and prepared to succeed.