Please use this form to submit your application for the Leadership Adams Youth Academy

Leadership Adams Youth Academy Summary and Goals:
Goals:
1. Develop leadership skills
2. For students to connect with key influencers in the county
3. For students to explore career opportunities in the county
4. For students to experience service opportunities in the county
Summary:
  1. Five day program on May 13-15 and May 20-21, 2024, 8:00am - 3:30pm. Classes to be held at the Ohio Valley Career & Technical Center in West Union, OH.
  2. Educational component consisting of a John Maxwell curriculum plus site visits to key places in Adams County.
  3. One male & one female will be selected from all six high schools in Adams County.
  4. Two $500 scholarships will be awarded based on participation, attendance, engagement, and a project/essay to be completed at the end of the program.
Basic Selection Criteria for Leadership Adams Youth Academy:
An important factor in selection is identifying those individuals most apt to utilize their leadership for the long-term benefit of the community.
Basic criteria for achieving this selection are:
1. Individuals with a sincere commitment, motivation, and interest in service to the community
2. Individuals who have demonstrated commitment by past community activities
3. Individuals who will make a commitment to set aside four full days in June to attend the academy
4. Select one male and one female from current Junior class

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* 1. Personal Information

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* 2. Gender

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* 3. Current High School

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* 4. What is your scheduled graduation year?

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* 5. Extracurricular or Leadership Activities: List any activities that you are currently participating in or have participated in during the past five years. Also, list any special awards or honors received for these activities or related to your education:

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* 6. In your perception, identify two or three challenges you see facing Adams County currently or in the near future.

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* 7. Leadership Adams represents endless opportunities for individuals who complete the program. Please share your expectations of Leadership Adams Youth Academy and discuss what you hope to gain from participating in the program.

In submitting this application I hereby authorize the selection committee of Leadership Adams to verify any information contained herein. Further, I understand my responsibility in committing to meeting times.

Upon acceptance, you and your parents/guardians will receive a set of agreements and consents.

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