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

Leadership Adams Youth Academy Summary and Goals:

Goals:
  • Develop leadership skills
  • For students to connect with key influencers in the county
  • For students to explore career opportunities in the county
  • For students to experience service opportunities in the county

Summary:
  • Nine day program on October 17, November 21, December 19, January 16, February 20, March 20, April 17, May 15, and June 11, 8:00am - 3:30pm in West Union.
  • Educational component consisting of a John Maxwell curriculum plus site visits to key places in Adams County.
  • Two participants (from Junior and Senior classes) from all six high schools in Adams County are eligible (includes CTC and Adams Co Christian School).
  • 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:
  • Individuals with a sincere commitment, motivation, and interest in service to the community
  • Individuals who have demonstrated commitment by past community activities
  • Individuals who will make a commitment to set aside nine full days to attend the academy.
  • Two participants from each of the six high schools in Adams County (Juniors and Seniors)


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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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