Attendance Requirement: Participants are required to attend at least 80% of the initiative sessions to be eligible for the field trip to Harrisburg.

Time: Most sessions are scheduled from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM on days when kids already have off from school. Please not that additional dates may be added after school or on weekends.

Snacks: Provided during each session to ensure participants remain energized and focused.

Transportation: Parents are responsible for arranging transportation for all activities except for the Harrisburg trip, where the initiative will provide bussing.

Schedule and Topics -

September 28 - Introduction to Leadership Concepts

Location: Warren County Chamber of Business and Industry (WCCBI)

October 5 - Adaptability and Resilience

Location: Goat Fort (11:00 AM - 2:00 PM)

October 14 - Problem-Solving and Decision Making
Location: Harmar Street Decorating and Assembly Facility for Whirley DrinkWorks!

November 11 - Ethics and Integrity
Location: Hi-Ed Building

January 17 - Communication and Public Speaking
Location: Struthers Library Theater and Woman’s Club of Warren (PICK UP @ Woman's Club of Warren - 310 Market St Warren, PA)

March 10 - Innovation and Creative Thinking
Location: Northern Pennsylvania Regional College

March 17 - Teamwork and Collaboration
Location: Warren General Hospital

April 8- Trip to Harrisburg to tour the capital and meet leadership.

April 17 - Civic Responsibility and Community Service
Location: Allegheny Outfitters

May 2 - Leadership through Positive Action
Location: Kinzua Youth Development Center

Benefits of Participation:

- Build Confidence and Leadership Skills: This program helps children develop critical skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and ethical decision-making, which are essential for success in any field.
- Learn from Experienced Leaders: Participants will gain valuable insights from community leaders who demonstrate how leadership skills can be applied across various careers.
- Make a Positive Impact: By engaging in community service and leadership activities, students will learn how to make meaningful contributions to their community.

Youth Leadership Program