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The A.T. Davis Foundation, Inc. is pleased to present The Youth Leadership Academy (YLA). The YLA is an intensive program that introduces young people to the leadership process, structures and activities needed for leadership roles, and skills and abilities needed for young people to assume leadership roles in their homes, in the schools, and in their communities.
The YLA can best be characterized by its ability to act as a thorough overview, introduction, and refresher at the same time. Participants will learn about the art and science of leadership. YLA participants will gain a solid understanding of the following topics and activities:
1) Youth as Leaders in the 21st Century, 2) Conflict Resolution and Problem Solving, 3) Diversity and Cultural Awareness, 4) Cooperation and Collaboration, 5) Dreams, Goals, and Career Planning, 6) Clarifying and Sharing Values, 7) Creative Thinking and Innovation, 8) Developing Positive Mental Attitudes, 9) Effectively Communicating with Others, 10) Self-Esteem and Self-Expression, 12) Time and Stress Management, 13) Test Taking and Study Skills) 14) Service to the Community, 15) Leadership Games and Activities, and 16) Other Leadership Issues and items as they arise during the YLA
Through the completion of interactive exercises and activities, participants will have numerous opportunities to demonstrate and practice their leadership skills and to put the proven leadership strategies, tools, and best practices they’ve learned into practice.
The YLA is designed for both the beginner looking for a thorough introduction and the intermediate looking for a refresher course that will strengthen their leadership knowledge, skills, and abilities. Simply put, the YLA is designed to get results by creating and fostering the leadership talents possessed by young people.
In four (4) interactive, informative, and insightful days, participants will be exposed to the art and science of leadership and led on a journey that end with them taking steps to become leaders in their homes, their schools, and in the communities.
REGISTRATION $150.00
Each participant will receive:
- Snacks and Lunch Daily
- YLA Leadership Manual & Workbook
- YLA T-shirt
- YLA Certificate of Attendance
- Opportunities to win Scholarships
- Fun Prizes
REGISTRATION METHODS
1) By Mail, complete the YLA Registration Form and mail it with your Check or Money Order to the address listed on the form.
2) On-Line -Visit www.atdavisfoundation.org and click on the Registration area. Fill out the online registration form completely. Mail of Fax it to us, we'll send your confirmation by e-mail.
3) By Phone - Call (708) 829-7528 to register by phone. We’ll hold a place for your child up to the close of Early Registration.
4) By E-mail – Download the Registration form and add it as an attachment by sending an email with your name and basic contact information to YLA@atdavisfoundation.org We’ll will reserve your slot and send your Confirmation Packet back through email.
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Tentative Topics:
The Meaning of Leadership
Developing a Positive Mental Attitude
Self-Esteem and Self-Worth
Motivation and Discipline
Youth as Leaders of our Communities
Leadership Games and Activities
Dreams, Goals, and Careers
Leaders as Role Models
Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
Cooperation & Collaboration
Creativity & Innovation
Effective Communication Strategies
Diversity & Cultural Awareness
Developing Talents and Passions
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Sample Schedule of Daily YLA Activities:
8:00 YLA Breakfast Club - Additional fee required
8:45 Registration/Check in
9:00 Opening Leadership Session: Various Topics
9:35 Small Group Leadership Activity
10:30 Break - Snack
10:45 Leadership Activity: YLA Topic & Activity
11:30 Leadership Activity: YLA Topic & Activity
12:00 LUNCH - Provided Daily
12:30 Leadership Activity: YLA Topic & Activity
1:00 Leadership Activity: Computers
(State of the Art computer Labs available daily)
2:00 Break
2:15 Small Group Leadership Activity
3:15 Daily Wrap-up with Program Director
3:30 Close - YLA Staff Meeting
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