Prevention: Leadership Institute
Information for Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the goal of the Institute? The goal of the Institute is to teach the tenets of leadership and teamwork through a service-learning project. The first two days of the Institute focus on teambuilding and leadership development. During the final two days of the Institute, students focus on planning a project that addresses a need/issue in their home school or community. They then lead others in completing that project during junior year.
Who attends the Institute? More than fifty high schools from across the commonwealth send teams of 5 students and 1 faculty member to the Institute, which provides students with a great opportunity to learn from and interact with a wide cross section of their peers. Participating high schools nominate five students, usually sophomores, for team participation. Team members should represent a diverse cross-section of the school's student body. To maximize The Second Mile's outreach to the Commonwealth's high schools, high schools are invited to participate in the Institute on an every other year basis.
What costs are associated with attending the Institute? The Second Mile and its donors underwrite the cost for each team to attend the Institute. Lodging, meals, and conference materials are included for 5 students and 1 mentor (Schools are welcome to send a second faculty mentor for a fee of $50). Schools only need to provide transportation to and from the conference.
How do I sign my school up for the Institute? You can RSVP directly to Jeremy Fegert at (814) 237-1719, by email at jeremy@thesecondmile.org, or fill out and return this form: Leadership Institute Registration Form.
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