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For high school students grades nine through 12

Registration fee (nonrefundable): $100 due at registration.

Jan. 27 to Jan. 29, 2023 (Registration Closes on Jan. 13, 2023)
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March 24 to March 26, 2023 (Registration Closes on March 10, 2023)
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Each session is capped at 60 participants with a 5 student minimum required prior to when the registration closes for each camp.  If the minimum participation requirement is not met, the weekend will be canceled the following day after when registration closed. A full deposit refund will be issued in that case.

Requirements

1. High school students in grades 9-12 
2. The Bill of Rights and My Responsibilities essay

Youth Leadership Conference is a nationally recognized, Military Order of the World Wars-sponsored program for high school students. This conference for high school-age students in grades nine through 12 advances student’s leadership skills through an intense ‘hands on’ development program. Students will develop leadership skills and learn about teamwork and overcoming communication barriers. You’ll also experience life at a senior military college life and how to apply for ROTC scholarships that will help make a college degree affordable. Activities may include climbing wall training and leadership reaction; lessons will cover the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights, free enterprise and personal finance.

Essay Contest – What It Means to be an America Citizen

Students interested in the Youth Leadership Conference should submit an essay of 500 words or less titled: “The Bill of Rights and My Responsibilities,” describing what these rights and responsibilities mean to you as a United States citizen. Applications are accepted at any time with or without this essay, however the essay must be submitted two weeks before the start date of each program (Jan. 13, 2023, or March 10, 2023). After registration, you will receive emails instructing you how to submit your résumé.

The Military Order of the World Wars annually selects winners of the national Youth Leadership Conference essay competition from among the top Youth Leadership Conference graduates. The Phoenician Award and cash prizes are presented to the national winner, first runner-up and second runner-up.

Activities may include climbing wall training and leadership reaction; lessons will cover the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights, free enterprise and personal finance.

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For high school students and incoming rooks

FLC is a two-week, military-style, summertime adventure experience that builds understanding of small-group leadership techniques, leadership ethics, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication. Participants will encounter challenge, excitement, and fun. Activities include rappelling, paintball, first-aid, classroom instruction, a challenge course, and more. Teams are led by current Norwich University students and professional leaders to ensure expert instruction and a life-changing experience.

What happens at FLC?

WEEK 1

A typical day begins at 5:30 a.m. and includes morning physical fitness followed by training sessions that focus on individual and team skills. Each participant will serve as “team leader” for one day and be evaluated on performance. Evening sessions focus on interactive classroom instruction on the methods, traits and principles of leadership, and effective communication.

WEEK 2

Participants confront physical challenges such as climbing and rappelling the cliffs of Deer Leap Mountain. They practice wilderness survival skills during a three-day “in the woods” overnight exercise, and then test what they’ve learned during the Bushmaster Course. Teams spend their final days competing in the Olympic Challenge Course, a drill competition, and skit night.

Who is eligible?

FLC is available to rising high school Freshmen to rising Seniors.  Graduated high school seniors will only be allowed to attend FLC if they have been accepted and committed to attending Norwich by making the University's Freshman year enrollment deposit in advance.

What are the application requirements?

A complete application includes completed and signed:

1. The online registration form
2. Health Acknowledgment form
3. Medical/Liability release waiver
4. Cell Phone and Other Smart Devices Policy form

What is the cost?

A session costs $2,000, which includes: uniforms, room and meals, and all activities!

We split the cost into two payments:

• A $300 non-refundable deposit, which is due upon registering 
• The remaining $1,700 is due three weeks before camp starts

Are you thinking of attending Norwich? If you complete the Norwich University Future Leader Camp while still in high school, you may be eligible for a $2,000 FLC scholarship that will apply toward the cost of Norwich University tuition for each of 4 years—that’s a total award of $8,000, more than most summer jobs!

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If you have questions about travel or anything else related to Future Leader Camp, call us at (802) 485-2531 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

For current high school students, grades nine through 12

Leadership Challenge Weekend is aimed at students interested in advancing their leadership skills through a cadet lifestyle program. Students will develop leadership skills, gain insight on teamwork and learn to identify communication barriers. These events also teach participants about life at senior military colleges and encourage students to look into applying for ROTC scholarships to offset the costs of their college degree and to prepare them for a career in the military.

Activities may include (based on weather) training on the rappel tower, indoor climbing wall, leadership reaction course, water survival, the U.S. Army physical fitness test, drill and ceremonies and other outdoor/indoor activities.

Each session is capped at 60 participants. There is a minimum of 5 participants required prior to registration closes for each camp.  If the minimum participation requirement is not met, the weekend will be canceled the following day of when registration closed. A full deposit refund will be issued in that case.

Registration fee (nonrefundable): $100 due at registration.

Dec. 2 to Dec. 4, 2022 (Registration Closes on Nov. 18, 2022)
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Feb. 24 to Feb. 26, 2023 (Registration Closes on Feb. 10, 2023)
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Questions?
If you have questions or need more information, please call 1 (802) 485-2531 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..