Mission
The purpose of Youth Leadership Rolesville is to conduct an annual training program for high school students who have demonstrated leadership abilities that will develop a group of informed, committed, and competent youth motivated to learn more about our community, assume leadership roles in our schools, and become more involved in our civic, cultural, economic development, and philanthropic organizations and groups.
Goals
The goal of our youth program is for every young leader in Rolesville to:
- Develop leadership skills through a strong curriculum taught by skilled facilitators
- Gain awareness of the need for community service, civic participation, and philanthropy
- Increase familiarity with areas in the community beyond their immediate neighborhood and school
- Interact with adult leaders in business, non-profits, and public sectors
- Acquire a network of adult and youth leaders in the community, which can form an excellent basis for their success in the work and college world
Qualifications
- Have a minimum of a 2.0 (or C) grade point average
- Home-schooled student (juniors, or seniors) with a 27571 home zip code
- High School students (juniors, or seniors) with a 27571 home zip code (Rolesville High School and Thales Academy Rolesville students do not have to live in a 27571 zip code to qualify for the program.)
- Private school student (rising juniors, or seniors) with a 27571 home zip code
- Charter school student (rising juniors, or seniors) with a 27571 home zip code
- Applicants must be in good academic standing and have no attendance or disciplinary problems at their school
Application Process
- Complete Youth Leadership Application along with three references: (2) from school (may be from any teacher, counselor, principal) and (1) from a community member.
- Interview
- All applications are reviewed and a diverse class of motivated students who express concern about improving the community and the potential leadership ability to contribute to the betterment of Rolesville will be chosen. A maximum class size of 20 students may be accepted into the program.
Cost
Free for student participants.
Program Timeline
August-September: Application Period
September: Student Interviews, Program Acceptances Confirmed, New Class announced
October – May: Cohort sessions
We are currently accepting applications. Click the link below to access the form:
Youth Leadership Application Form
For questions about the program, please contact us at info@rolesvillechamber.org or (919) 562-7069.