July 8 – 13, 2012
An exceptional leadership program designed to educate, inspire and prepare academically-motivated high school students…
Presented by the Freedoms Foundation, Service Learning in Public Policy is an advanced leadership development program for high school achievers who want to be catalysts for positive change in their world. The week-long program, which will be held July 17 –22 at the Freedoms Foundation's Valley Forge, PA campus, will include:
- Meaningful service learning opportunities
- Public policy courses and discussions
- Leadership development and communications workshops
- Presentations and discussions with college admissions officers to help students prepare for the college application process
Award-Winning Curriculum
The program curriculum is based on Project Citizen, a national civics education program developed by the Center of Civic Education and funded by the U.S. Congress through the U.S. Department of Education. This award-winning curriculum educates and empowers students so that they can monitor and engage students through active participation in their government.
Class Selection
Students are invited to attend the program through a nomination from their school (such as a teacher, guidance counselor or principal) or a community leader. Selections are based on the following criteria:
- Students in 9th, 10th or 11th grade who show leadership potential and a desire for community service
- Strong academics (minimum 3.5 weighted GPA)
A Unique Learning & Living Experience
Students will spend the week at the Freedoms Foundation's 85-acre campus, which includes dormitories, classrooms and dining facilities, all adjacent to the historic Valley Forge National Park. The program will provide students with the opportunity to explore issues that interest them while meeting and working with other students who are equally motivated and gifted.
Build Your Resume for College
Each student will receive a certificate verifying program participation. Students are strongly encouraged to list their conference participation on their college applications. Program staff will be willing to write letters of recommendation commensurate with the performance of the student.
Learn more:
To download the program brochure, click here
For the Environmental Policy track, click here
For the Legal Policy track, click here
For the Public Health Policy track, click here
For the College Application Success Strategies track, click here
For the program schedule, click here
For teachers/educators wishing to nominate students, click here for the online Student Nomination Form
For students/parents seeking to register, click here for the online Student Reservation Form
To contact the Freedoms Foundation Education Department:
(610) 933-8825 ext. 292 or e-mail: education@ffvf.org