Developing compassionate, collaborative, & effective student leaders.

Year-round leadership development activities for Ohio’s middle school and high school students (grades 6-12).

Serve

Learn to live a life of service to others and to a greater good.

Connect

Meet diverse, thoughtful, and lifelong friends from across Ohio.

Inspire

Become empowered to make a difference on small and large scales.

Our world needs more quality leaders.

Character matters immensely. If leadership was just about knowing skills, then you could be taught that in school or on a sports team. But if you ask anyone what makes a great leader, they won’t describe their skills. They’ll describe their character.

Our year-round events are designed to give every student in Ohio the opportunity to develop the qualities of successful leaders by the time they graduate.

Tap into your power to become a great leader.

Engaging activities that will equip you to:

Find the courage within you to lead and create positive change.

Embody leadership that aims to serve rather than be served.

Feel and show empathy for others who are different than you.

Learn how to set and achieve positive goals toward your dreams.

Overcome setbacks through resilience and perseverance.

Communicate effectively in front of a public audience.

Experience the impact of OASL

Register for events during the year.

Become a member for special perks.

Lead effectively now and throughout life.

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Featured
Regional Impact Days
Nov 24
Regional Impact Days

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.

Student Leadership Day with the Columbus Blue Jackets!
Feb 6
Student Leadership Day with the Columbus Blue Jackets!

Save the date for our Student Leadership Day with the Columbus Blue Jackets! Spend the day at Nationwide Arena participating in leadership development, and then watch the Blue Jackets face off against the Utah Hockey Club!

Student Leadership Day with the Blue Jackets takes middle school & high school students behind the scenes of Nationwide Arena. The event includes a leadership development session, hockey 101 lesson, on-ice skate, and a Q&A with a professional speaker panel.

All PO's and/or payment must be submitted or confirmed by, January 27th, 2025 using the PDF below.

Cost: $35 (upper bowl), $47 (lower bowl) per student/advisor

For more information, contact info, forms and itinerary follow link:

Helping Ohio students become great friends and great leaders.

  • “OASL creates hardworking, compassionate leaders who can in turn create positive environments in their schools and communities.”

    Paly Koehler, Berea City Schools Graduate

  • “Being active in OASL expanded my worldview beyond my hometown. It gave me direct exposure to see how people grew up in different parts of the state and learn from their lived experiences. This helped me develop empathy, deep listening skills and become a better teammate.”

    Leslie Gress, Parma City Schools

  • “I am thankful for the accepting atmosphere they have created for all students, and I feel honored to have been a part of such a life-changing organization.”

    Hannah Cross, Port Clinton Local Schools Graduate,
    Student Kent State University

  • “OASL is a community of young leaders who truly are aiding in changing the world whether it be in one life or many. It helps shape character, meet new lifelong friends, and understand and set goals for anything you are trying to achieve.”

    Robert Bucheit, Northwest Local School District Graduate
    Business Owner

Developing the next generation of leaders since 1953.

Our partners and affiliations

Visit the “About us” to learn more about OASL, and more partnerships!

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“OASL taught me that I am valuable and worthy, and that no matter what my dreams are, they are achievable.”

Emily McWilliams, Nelsonville-York Local Schools,
Current Student at Miami University

Become a member!

When your school becomes a member, you get:

  • Discounted rates off all our events

  • Participation in our Awards Programs

  • A member login and access to valuable resources

  • Access to our team of educators and subject matter experts

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