The Youth Leadership Program

The Youth Leadership Program Sophomore and junior high school students will:

• Experience interactive learning

• Attend challenging sessions presented by prominent community and business leaders

• Strengthen confidence and public speaking skills

• Participate in field trips

• Work on team building exercises

• Volunteer with local community service organizations

• Gain real-world experience by interning with a local organization of interest

• Start a business enterprise through involvement with Junior Achievement®

• Prepare for the college application process

• Build résumé and interviewing skills

• Have the opportunity to earn up to three college credits before graduating high school

“Participating in Youth Leadership was a life changing experience for me and has opened my eyes to how I can I apply myself in the future. I now have clear goals for myself. I feel that the résumé building, interview training, and internship experience from Youth Leadership has brought me to new levels as a young professional.”

~ Billy Smart

“My ability to fluidly express my ideas has greatly improved since attending the Chamber Foundation’s Youth Leadership Program and I no longer feel apprehensive when speaking to others.“

~ Grace Cham

“The Youth Leadership Program has taught me many valuable lessons that I have learned to apply to my everyday life. The experience of acquiring confidence, knowledge, and the development of advanced social skills has lead me to success and will continue to drive my ambitions in the future.”

~ Connor Barone

About The Chamber Foundation, Inc. The Chamber Foundation, Inc. was established to promote education and training for area youth and professionals with the goal of enhancing the future of economic growth in the Hudson Valley region. It is the charitable arm of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce.

The Foundation’s mission is to provide educational opportunities for youth and the workforce, to build and strengthen personal and business capacity, develop leadership skills and foster a commitment to community service.

Additional Leadership Programs of The Chamber Foundation: Career Achievement Program – connecting experienced professionals with aspiring talent at any stage of their career development for a supportive, one-on-one relationship to help take that next step.

Leadership Connections – an intensive mentorship program exclusively offered to Poughkeepsie High School juniors and seniors, pairing underserved students with community business professionals.

Leadership Dutchess – a nine month leadership program dedicated to educating and motivating adult professionals of all ages to serve in leadership roles within our community.

Youth One Stop – a comprehensive education and jobtraining program utilizing local resources to benefit at-risk youth in Dutchess County.

Nicholas Shannon, Executive Director The Chamber Foundation, Inc. One Civic Center Plaza, Suite 400 • Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 nick@chamberfdn.org • 845-454-1700 ext. 1026 • Fax: 845-454-1702

chamberfdn.org

A signature program of

Youth Leadership is an innovative, two-year leadership development program designed to enhance the academic, social and life skills of area sophomores and juniors and focuses on giving these students out-of-the-classroom leadership experiences.

By the end of this dynamic program, students will emerge more confident and well-rounded, with improved leadership skills, a better understanding of themselves and their community, and developed skills and attitudes needed for success in college and life.

Who should apply:

• Freshmen from any public or private high school or who are homeschooled in Dutchess County preparing to enter sophomore year*

• Students looking to refine leadership skills

• Students who want to gain leadership skills

• Students looking to build confidence

• Students looking to experience careers in a field of choice

• Students wanting to develop a path after high school

*Any year high school student can apply, however preference will be given to freshman applicants and students returning for their second year of Youth Leadership

How the program works:

Program fee:

First year: Sophomores participate in Junior Achievement®, working on the formation of their own company, which includes stock sales, product selection, sales and marketing techniques.

Financial support for The Youth Leadership Program is from generous corporate donors, fundraising events, competitive grants and a nominal, sliding fee based on family income.

Second year: Juniors participate in sessions focused on career/college preparation and develop interview skills, write a résumé and learn about the college application process and ways of financing higher education.

Each Youth Leadership session features a prominent community leader who hosts an interactive lesson on various topics including leadership, well-being and community awareness.

To help reinforce the lessons being taught, sophomores complete 10 hours of community service and juniors complete a 20-hour business internship. Internship placements are based on each student’s field of interest.

A limited number of scholarships are available to students with little or no family income so any student may enroll.

Fee and scholarship information can be found on the Youth Leadership application at ChamberFDN.org.

How to apply: The application for Youth Leadership can be found online at chamberfdn.org/programs/youth-leadership.

Openings are filled on a first-come, first-served basis – 40 sophomore seats and 40 junior seats.

Don’t delay. Apply today!

Youth Leadership meets once a month at Marist College from 6 - 8:30 p.m.

Additional Youth Leadership Opportunity

Marist College Greystone Program Juniors in The Youth Leadership Program may enroll in a three credit college course offered by Marist College through its Greystone Program. Applicants should indicate interest in this program when filling out the Youth Leadership application at ChamberFDN.org. Follow-up with more information will be given once application is received. Youth Leadership students will receive a reduced tuition rate as a program benefit.

Youth Leadership partners:

Youth Leadership is an innovative, two-year leadership development program designed to enhance the academic, social and life skills of area sophomores and juniors and focuses on giving these students out-of-the-classroom leadership experiences.

By the end of this dynamic program, students will emerge more confident and well-rounded, with improved leadership skills, a better understanding of themselves and their community, and developed skills and attitudes needed for success in college and life.

Who should apply:

• Freshmen from any public or private high school or who are homeschooled in Dutchess County preparing to enter sophomore year*

• Students looking to refine leadership skills

• Students who want to gain leadership skills

• Students looking to build confidence

• Students looking to experience careers in a field of choice

• Students wanting to develop a path after high school

*Any year high school student can apply, however preference will be given to freshman applicants and students returning for their second year of Youth Leadership

How the program works:

Program fee:

First year: Sophomores participate in Junior Achievement®, working on the formation of their own company, which includes stock sales, product selection, sales and marketing techniques.

Financial support for The Youth Leadership Program is from generous corporate donors, fundraising events, competitive grants and a nominal, sliding fee based on family income.

Second year: Juniors participate in sessions focused on career/college preparation and develop interview skills, write a résumé and learn about the college application process and ways of financing higher education.

Each Youth Leadership session features a prominent community leader who hosts an interactive lesson on various topics including leadership, well-being and community awareness.

To help reinforce the lessons being taught, sophomores complete 10 hours of community service and juniors complete a 20-hour business internship. Internship placements are based on each student’s field of interest.

A limited number of scholarships are available to students with little or no family income so any student may enroll.

Fee and scholarship information can be found on the Youth Leadership application at ChamberFDN.org.

How to apply: The application for Youth Leadership can be found online at chamberfdn.org/programs/youth-leadership.

Openings are filled on a first-come, first-served basis – 40 sophomore seats and 40 junior seats.

Don’t delay. Apply today!

Youth Leadership meets once a month at Marist College from 6 - 8:30 p.m.

Additional Youth Leadership Opportunity

Marist College Greystone Program Juniors in The Youth Leadership Program may enroll in a three credit college course offered by Marist College through its Greystone Program. Applicants should indicate interest in this program when filling out the Youth Leadership application at ChamberFDN.org. Follow-up with more information will be given once application is received. Youth Leadership students will receive a reduced tuition rate as a program benefit.

Youth Leadership partners:

Youth Leadership is an innovative, two-year leadership development program designed to enhance the academic, social and life skills of area sophomores and juniors and focuses on giving these students out-of-the-classroom leadership experiences.

By the end of this dynamic program, students will emerge more confident and well-rounded, with improved leadership skills, a better understanding of themselves and their community, and developed skills and attitudes needed for success in college and life.

Who should apply:

• Freshmen from any public or private high school or who are homeschooled in Dutchess County preparing to enter sophomore year*

• Students looking to refine leadership skills

• Students who want to gain leadership skills

• Students looking to build confidence

• Students looking to experience careers in a field of choice

• Students wanting to develop a path after high school

*Any year high school student can apply, however preference will be given to freshman applicants and students returning for their second year of Youth Leadership

How the program works:

Program fee:

First year: Sophomores participate in Junior Achievement®, working on the formation of their own company, which includes stock sales, product selection, sales and marketing techniques.

Financial support for The Youth Leadership Program is from generous corporate donors, fundraising events, competitive grants and a nominal, sliding fee based on family income.

Second year: Juniors participate in sessions focused on career/college preparation and develop interview skills, write a résumé and learn about the college application process and ways of financing higher education.

Each Youth Leadership session features a prominent community leader who hosts an interactive lesson on various topics including leadership, well-being and community awareness.

To help reinforce the lessons being taught, sophomores complete 10 hours of community service and juniors complete a 20-hour business internship. Internship placements are based on each student’s field of interest.

A limited number of scholarships are available to students with little or no family income so any student may enroll.

Fee and scholarship information can be found on the Youth Leadership application at ChamberFDN.org.

How to apply: The application for Youth Leadership can be found online at chamberfdn.org/programs/youth-leadership.

Openings are filled on a first-come, first-served basis – 40 sophomore seats and 40 junior seats.

Don’t delay. Apply today!

Youth Leadership meets once a month at Marist College from 6 - 8:30 p.m.

Additional Youth Leadership Opportunity

Marist College Greystone Program Juniors in The Youth Leadership Program may enroll in a three credit college course offered by Marist College through its Greystone Program. Applicants should indicate interest in this program when filling out the Youth Leadership application at ChamberFDN.org. Follow-up with more information will be given once application is received. Youth Leadership students will receive a reduced tuition rate as a program benefit.

Youth Leadership partners:

The Youth Leadership Program Sophomore and junior high school students will:

• Experience interactive learning

• Attend challenging sessions presented by prominent community and business leaders

• Strengthen confidence and public speaking skills

• Participate in field trips

• Work on team building exercises

• Volunteer with local community service organizations

• Gain real-world experience by interning with a local organization of interest

• Start a business enterprise through involvement with Junior Achievement®

• Prepare for the college application process

• Build résumé and interviewing skills

• Have the opportunity to earn up to three college credits before graduating high school

“Participating in Youth Leadership was a life changing experience for me and has opened my eyes to how I can I apply myself in the future. I now have clear goals for myself. I feel that the résumé building, interview training, and internship experience from Youth Leadership has brought me to new levels as a young professional.”

~ Billy Smart

“My ability to fluidly express my ideas has greatly improved since attending the Chamber Foundation’s Youth Leadership Program and I no longer feel apprehensive when speaking to others.“

~ Grace Cham

“The Youth Leadership Program has taught me many valuable lessons that I have learned to apply to my everyday life. The experience of acquiring confidence, knowledge, and the development of advanced social skills has lead me to success and will continue to drive my ambitions in the future.”

~ Connor Barone

About The Chamber Foundation, Inc. The Chamber Foundation, Inc. was established to promote education and training for area youth and professionals with the goal of enhancing the future of economic growth in the Hudson Valley region. It is the charitable arm of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce.

The Foundation’s mission is to provide educational opportunities for youth and the workforce, to build and strengthen personal and business capacity, develop leadership skills and foster a commitment to community service.

Additional Leadership Programs of The Chamber Foundation: Career Achievement Program – connecting experienced professionals with aspiring talent at any stage of their career development for a supportive, one-on-one relationship to help take that next step.

Leadership Connections – an intensive mentorship program exclusively offered to Poughkeepsie High School juniors and seniors, pairing underserved students with community business professionals.

Leadership Dutchess – a nine month leadership program dedicated to educating and motivating adult professionals of all ages to serve in leadership roles within our community.

Youth One Stop – a comprehensive education and jobtraining program utilizing local resources to benefit at-risk youth in Dutchess County.

Nicholas Shannon, Executive Director The Chamber Foundation, Inc. One Civic Center Plaza, Suite 400 • Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 nick@chamberfdn.org • 845-454-1700 ext. 1026 • Fax: 845-454-1702

chamberfdn.org

A signature program of

The Youth Leadership Program Sophomore and junior high school students will:

• Experience interactive learning

• Attend challenging sessions presented by prominent community and business leaders

• Strengthen confidence and public speaking skills

• Participate in field trips

• Work on team building exercises

• Volunteer with local community service organizations

• Gain real-world experience by interning with a local organization of interest

• Start a business enterprise through involvement with Junior Achievement®

• Prepare for the college application process

• Build résumé and interviewing skills

• Have the opportunity to earn up to three college credits before graduating high school

“Participating in Youth Leadership was a life changing experience for me and has opened my eyes to how I can I apply myself in the future. I now have clear goals for myself. I feel that the résumé building, interview training, and internship experience from Youth Leadership has brought me to new levels as a young professional.”

~ Billy Smart

“My ability to fluidly express my ideas has greatly improved since attending the Chamber Foundation’s Youth Leadership Program and I no longer feel apprehensive when speaking to others.“

~ Grace Cham

“The Youth Leadership Program has taught me many valuable lessons that I have learned to apply to my everyday life. The experience of acquiring confidence, knowledge, and the development of advanced social skills has lead me to success and will continue to drive my ambitions in the future.”

~ Connor Barone

About The Chamber Foundation, Inc. The Chamber Foundation, Inc. was established to promote education and training for area youth and professionals with the goal of enhancing the future of economic growth in the Hudson Valley region. It is the charitable arm of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce.

The Foundation’s mission is to provide educational opportunities for youth and the workforce, to build and strengthen personal and business capacity, develop leadership skills and foster a commitment to community service.

Additional Leadership Programs of The Chamber Foundation: Career Achievement Program – connecting experienced professionals with aspiring talent at any stage of their career development for a supportive, one-on-one relationship to help take that next step.

Leadership Connections – an intensive mentorship program exclusively offered to Poughkeepsie High School juniors and seniors, pairing underserved students with community business professionals.

Leadership Dutchess – a nine month leadership program dedicated to educating and motivating adult professionals of all ages to serve in leadership roles within our community.

Youth One Stop – a comprehensive education and jobtraining program utilizing local resources to benefit at-risk youth in Dutchess County.

Nicholas Shannon, Executive Director The Chamber Foundation, Inc. One Civic Center Plaza, Suite 400 • Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 nick@chamberfdn.org • 845-454-1700 ext. 1026 • Fax: 845-454-1702

chamberfdn.org

A signature program of