Leadership Blair County Youth

What is the Leadership Blair County Youth Program (LBCY)?
The Blair County Chamber of Commerce with its continued commitment to the betterment of our county has developed this program, modeled after our successful adult program, to assist in the development of our youth to become leaders within their schools, communities and the entire county.

It is the mission of Leadership Blair County Youth to develop the leadership potential that exists in tenth grade students from all of the high schools in Blair County, as well as educate these students about Blair County’s heritage, culture and workforce opportunities. The goal is to instill a sense of civic pride and community involvement in these students. A key component of the program is behavior modeling, so that the students will take their leadership skills back to their respective schools and encourage other students to reach their potential and become involved in their schools and community. Students will become more aware of their environment and their ability to impact it.

Program Goals:

• Teach students that they have the capability to making a difference in their communities.
• Instill a desire to stay in our community and be a positive force
• Realize they are a valuable resource of energy, time and talent.
• Realize they have the potential to develop into positive contributors to our communities
• Learn through involvement and experience, being treated with respect as equal partners
• Instill an eagerness to learn about leadership skills and their communities

How to Apply/Application Process:
Applications are available to freshman students through their guidance counselors or online. Deadline for applications and letters of reference is April 21, 2008.

The Leadership Blair County Youth Selection Committee makes the final determinations regarding admission. Representatives of all school districts will be included in the class. Notification of acceptance in the class will be done mid-May.

Application Process:
Download an Application

Class Size:
Limited to 24 participants representing all school districts.

Tuition:
There is no cost to the student or their school district. This program is supported through donations of businesses that are willing to invest in the youth and future of our community. Tax-deductible donations may be made to the Blair County Chamber Foundation.

Session Schedule:
All sessions are held at GACTC and are held within regular school hours.

2007-2008 Class Roster:

Leadership Blair County Youth Alumni