Hancock Youth Leadership Application

Deadline Information

The application deadline for the Hancock Youth Leadership (HYL) class of 2025 is March 15, 2024.

Eligibility Information

To be eligible for the program you must:

Be a resident of Hancock County or attend a high school/homeschool in Hancock County.
Demonstrate dedication in the classroom and be academically sound.
Be approved by your principal, guidance counselor, or homeschooling instructor.
Demonstrate potential for leadership in school and/or community activities.
Have an interest in learning the issues affecting your community.
Demonstrate a positive attitude and responsible behavior within the program and at school.

Expectations of selected HYL applicant:

Applicants must commit to full participation and attendance in the program.
Absences from the retreat/program activities may result in removal from the program.
This program requires students to be in attendance for each monthly session (there are a total of 9). Session days are held during school days and occasionally when school is not in session.

Application Instructions

Responses must be submitted online. Make an arrangement with your guidance counselor or homeschool instructor to access a computer to complete the form if necessary.
All information provided is subject to verification. False, inaccurate, incomplete, or reformatted applications will be disqualified.

Hancock Youth Leadership Class of 2025 Application

Student Information
Applicant's personal information will remain anonymous to the Selection Committee
- Name*
  First Last
  Please enter your legal name. If you prefer a nickname, please indicate that in the Nickname field.
- School*
- What is your preferred name?
- Student Email*
  
  Please submit an email address that is checked consistently throughout the year.
- Student Phone*
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
- What grade are you currently in?*
- T-Shirt Size*
  
  adult sizing
Parent/Guardian Name*
First Last
Parent/Guardian Work Phone*
Parent/Guardian Email*
SECTION 1: HYL Program Understanding, Student Commitment, Activities
Remember: Attention to detail matters. Essay content and grammar mechanics are evaluated. Please double check your responses for any spelling mistakes.
- Please pick the option(s) that best describe(s) your knowledge of HYL:
  - Great Learning Experience
  - Professional Development Opportunities
  - A Lot of Effort
  - I Really Don't Know Much About It
- Tell us what you wish to learn from being a member of HYL:*
List your top three (3) activities (school, work, other) that you're involved with, and how did you demonstrate leadership?*
SECTION 2: ESSAYS
Remember: Attention to detail matters. Essay content and grammar mechanics are evaluated. Please double check your responses for any spelling mistakes.
Tell us what makes a great leader, and provide an example of someone who you believe matches your definition.*
What does being a role model mean to you? Please provide an example of how you’re a role model to others.*
If you could change anything in your school or community, what would it be?*
Outline what your plan would be to address the problem you listed in the previous question.*
HYL Agreement & Cost Information
The cost of the program is $275, payable after selection.
Scholarships are available. Please do not let the cost of the program keep you from applying.
This fee covers costs associated with the program including the opening retreat, speakers, T-shirts, food and transportation.
I would be interested in scholarship assistance.
- Yes
HYL Agreement*
I agree to the HYL expectations and certify that all information in this application is true and factual.
We (the applicant, parents(s)/guardian(s) and school official) certify that all information contained in this application is true and factual. We also agree that if applicant is selected, Hancock Youth Leadership may use applicant’s name and likeness and any other information or materials provided by applicant to this program for purposes of news, publicity and advertising in all media. The application may be released to applicant’s school office.

We understand: If accepted into this program, there is a commitment to full participation and attendance. Absences from the retreat/program activities may result in removal from the program.

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Findlay • Hancock County Chamber of Commerce

Findlay • Hancock County
Chamber of Commerce

Hancock Youth Leadership Application

Deadline Information

Eligibility Information

Hancock Youth Leadership Class of 2025 Application

Student Information

SECTION 1: HYL Program Understanding, Student Commitment, Activities

SECTION 2: ESSAYS

HYL Agreement & Cost Information

Findlay • Hancock County Chamber of Commerce

Findlay • Hancock CountyChamber of Commerce

Hancock Youth Leadership Application

Deadline Information

Eligibility Information

Hancock Youth Leadership Class of 2025 Application

Student Information

SECTION 1: HYL Program Understanding, Student Commitment, Activities

SECTION 2: ESSAYS

HYL Agreement & Cost Information

Findlay • Hancock County
Chamber of Commerce