In our Teen Leadership Programs, teens learn about community leadership and have the chance to develop and practice skills like public speaking, goal setting, teamwork, and project planning.
Teen Summer Leadership Academy
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The Generation SERVE Summer Leadership Academy builds teens' community leadership skills through volunteerism. Youth ages 13 and up will learn from seasoned volunteers, nonprofit professionals, and community leaders about what it takes to make real change and commit to values like compassion, empathy, and justice. After training, teens are matched with a younger participant to guide them through an independent service project. The summer 2021 program included live virtual trainings and one in-person, hands-on service event.
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2021 Summer Leadership Academy Information
Program Fee: $220
Who Can Apply?
Teens in Austin and Houston, Texas are invited to apply. You must be at least 13 at the start date of your cohort and should have some experience with volunteerism and demonstrate your commitment to learning and leadership. You must also be able to fulfill all requirements of the program. Applications are now closed for Summer 2021.
Youth ages 8-12 can register as a Summer Leadership Academy Project Mentee. These youth can be new to service and want to learn how to be part of the community!
Key Dates for Applying to the Summer Leadership Academy
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Virtual Information Sessions
Friday, 2/26, 6:00 - 7:00 pm Saturday, 3/6, 10:00 - 11:00 am Applications Open Friday, 2/26 Applications Close Friday,5/7, 5:00 pm |
Group Interviews
Selected applicants will be invited to attend one group interview. Thursday, 4/15, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Saturday, 4/17, 10:00 - 11:30 am Saturday, 4/17, 1:00 - 3:30 pm May Date TBD Acceptance Notifications Sent By Monday, May 24th The payment form will be sent to accepted applicants and payment will be due by 6/1. |
Program Cohort Options
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June Cohort A
Orientation & Training (virtual): Monday, 6/14, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 - 3:00 pm Wednesday, 6/16, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 - 3:00 pm Group Service (in-person): Friday, 6/18, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Project Sessions & Training (virtual): Wednesday, 6/23, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Wednesday, 6/30, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Independent Projects Due: Monday, 7/12 Cohort Wrap Up & Presentations: Friday 7/16, 1:00 - 4:00 pm June Cohort B
Orientation & Training (virtual): Tuesday, 6/15, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 - 3:00 pm Thursday, 6/17, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 - 3:00 pm Group Service (in-person): Friday, 6/18, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Project Sessions & Training (virtual): Thursday, 6/24, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Thursday, 7/1, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Independent Projects Due: Monday, 7/12 Cohort Wrap Up & Presentations: Friday 7/16, 1:00 - 4:00 pm |
July Cohort A
Orientation & Training (virtual): Monday, 7/12, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 - 3:00 pm Wednesday, 7/14, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 - 3:00 pm Group Service (in-person): Friday, 7/16, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Project Sessions & Training (virtual): Wednesday, 7/21, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Wednesday, 7/28, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Independent Projects Due: Monday, 8/9 Cohort Wrap Up & Presentations: Friday 8/13, 1:00 - 4:00 pm July Cohort B
Orientation & Training (virtual): Tuesday, 7/13, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 - 3:00 pm Thursday, 7/15, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 - 3:00 pm Group Service (in-person): Friday, 7/16, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Project Sessions & Training (virtual): Thursday, 7/22, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Thursday, 7/29, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Independent Projects Due: Monday, 8/9 Cohort Wrap Up & Presentations: Friday 8/13, 1:00 - 4:00 pm |
After completion of our Summer Leadership Academy, many of our Teen Leaders stay engaged with Generation SERVE year-round in the following ways:
- Co-leading volunteer activities
- Becoming a Generation SERVE Activity Lead
- Leading Teen Service Days and service fairs
- Assisting with trainings and events during Teen Leadership alum-specific shifts
- Joining our Teen Advisory Council
Questions? Contact us at houstonteam@generationserve.org!