The Youth Leadership Conference (YLC) is aimed at high school-aged students interested in advancing their leadership skills through an intense development program. Students will gain insight on teamwork, leadership skills, and how to identify barriers to communications. These events also teach participants about life at senior military colleges and encourages students to look into applying for Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) scholarships.
It is recommended that the applicant possess a 2.5 GPA or above. Students are required to submit an essay of 500 words or less titled: “The Bill of Rights and My Responsibilities,” describing what this means to them as a United States Citizen. Applications can be accepted at any time with or without the essay, but the essay must be received two weeks prior to the program start date.
Activities may include training on: the climbing wall, leadership reaction, the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights, free enterprise, and personal finance.
Dates January 25-27, 2019 March 29-31, 2019
Costs
There is a $100 fee for each participant. The fee will cover all meals, a t-shirt, and certificate for completing the program. A limited number of scholarships will be provided by the Military Order of the World Wars to deserving individuals. Interested in available scholarships through your local chapter of MOWW? Please contact us at 1 (802) 485-2531 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Norwich does not reimburse costs. The fee should be submitted upon receiving the emailed acceptance letter.
Vermont Residents Scholarship
Students who live in Vermont qualify for a $50 scholarship.
Questions?
If you have questions or need more information, please contact us: 1 (802) 485-2531 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
