PROJECT CHANGE announces its annual Summer Leadership Institute for rising sixth through eighth graders.

In this interactive, fun, evening program, participants will have the opportunity to participate in:

• Project identification and planning of community service activities
• Personal goal-setting and self-assessment
• Leadership skills development

The Institute will be held from July 11-15 (6-9pm) at Sandy Spring Friends School in Sandy Spring, MD 20860.

Through participation in this program, youth will:

• Be introduced to Project Change and its signature programs (You Have the Power! Community Service Network, and Youth Empowered Services Network)
• Learn the value of high-quality service opportunities
• Develop competencies in program planning
• Understand the value of participating in volunteer activities, both personally and for the benefit of the Olney-area community
• Develop leadership skills necessary for successful, meaningful participation in high school and community service activities
• Identify potential volunteer opportunities in personal areas of interest
• Have the opportunity to take on leadership roles in Project Change activities

Students will also earn 15 service-learning (SSL) hours. The Institute will be led by PC volunteers and staff, including current PC high school mentors, PC alumni, and content experts in youth development, safety, and leadership.

Applications are currently being accepted and are due by June 1, 2011. The cost of the Institute is $75 and some limited, need-based scholarships will be available. Applicants will be notified by June 15 regarding their admittance to the Summer Leadership Institute.

Completed applications and $75 check (made out to Project Change) should be sent to:

Project Change, P.O. Box 934, Olney, MD 20830.

Applications for high school mentors are also being accepted and are due by April 15, 2011. Mentors will also earn 15 SSL hours.

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Download Participant Application PDF

Download Teen Mentor Application PDF