ABSTRACT
Despite recent advancements that take theory-based longitudinal approaches to leader development (e.g., Day, Harrison, & Halpin, 2009; see also Chapter 13 in this volume), there is no overarching model for leadership development that incorporates adolescent experiences. However, research adopting a life span perspective on leadership (Day et al.; see also Chapters 1, 10, and 13) certainly implies that leadership development would build on early experiences. The purpose of the current chapter is to provide the groundwork and some initial data relevant to expanding our knowledge of leadership development into precollege years.
