Dr. Lexus Drakeford
Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders
From preschool to adulthood, The Legacy Leadership Journey™ helps children, families, and communities build courage, confidence, and a legacy of purpose.
Our Programs
Leadership for Littles™️
(PreK–5th grade)
Plant the seeds of courage, kindness, and inclusion through stories, activities, and interactive lessons.
Leadership for Middles™️
(6th–8th Grade)
Equip tweens with skills to navigate peer pressure, build confidence, and become positive role models.
Leadership for Life™️
(9th–12th Grade)
Prepare teens to lead with purpose, embrace their unique strengths, and step into young adulthood with clarity.
How It Works
We partner with schools, nonprofits, churches, and families to deliver transformative leadership experiences:
🌿 Direct Delivery
Book workshops, assemblies, or short-term programs led by Dr. Lexus Drakeford.
🌿 Licensing
Bring The Legacy Leadership Journey™ curriculum to your organization and deliver it yourself.
🌿 Family Resources
Access printable toolkits, journals, and activities to build leadership at home.
Why Leadership Matters
When kids learn to lead early, they grow into adults who:
✅ Speak up with confidence
✅ Include and uplift others
✅ Make values-driven decisions
✅ Build strong communities
Our programs are designed to spark these qualities—one lesson, one conversation, and one courageous choice at a time.
Meet the Founder
Dr. Lexus Drakeford, PhD, MPH
Founder of The Legacy Leadership Journey™
Navy Veteran • Leadership Educator
Dr. Drakeford created The Legacy Leadership Journey™ to make leadership education accessible from childhood to adulthood—helping families, schools, and communities build lasting legacies of courage, inclusion, and excellence.
Get Started
Ready to bring leadership education to your school, organization, or family?