Teen Leadership Waco
Teen Leadership Waco equips today’s youth with essential leadership skills, preparing them to become future leaders in the Greater Waco community. Studies show that young people who start volunteering and engaging in their communities are more likely to continue these positive contributions into adulthood.
Program objectives:
- Inspire Emerging Leaders: Identify and recruit high-potential students eager to make a difference.
- Build Community Awareness: Educate students on local history, government, economy, and social issues that shape our community.
- Empower Change-Makers: Motivate participants to take on leadership roles and contribute to a better, more vibrant community.
About the Program
What is Teen Leadership Waco?
Teen Leadership Waco (TLW) is an exciting program of the Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce that offers students a chance to learn about leadership, explore careers, and connect with Waco’s community leaders. Modeled after the Chamber's Leadership Waco program, TLW provides a behind-the-scenes look at the history, government, and social and economic issues that keep our community running.
Through the program, you’ll meet with leaders from various sectors in Waco, learn leadership skills, gain career insights, and explore the real challenges they face in their roles. You’ll also participate in team building and leadership development sessions designed to help you grow alongside your classmates.
Why Join Teen Leadership Waco?
- Meet and befriend students from across the county.
- Learn skills to help you grow as a leader.
- Develop as a community leader and problem-solver.
- Discover how different sectors of our city work together.
- Become an engaged citizen who works with others for the good of our community.
- It looks great on your resume!
Who Can Apply?
TLW is open to high school sophomores and juniors from McLennan County, including homeschooled students. The selection process is competitive, with only 25 students chosen each year by a team of Chamber volunteers who review each application closely. Make sure to put time and thought into your application to show your commitment to leadership and community!
What’s the Time Commitment?
Classes meet one Monday per month from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with an additional service day (likely on a weekend) during the program. You will only be permitted to miss one class day, so please look at your calendar to make sure you can be present each day.
Please note: TLW runs the calendar year (February 2025-December 2025).
Applying for Teen Leadership Waco
Deadline for submission: noon on Friday, Dec. 20, 2024
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