Accepting Applications Now!

10th Grade Students

Applications are being accepted for the 2019-2022

Prince George’s County 7th District

Youth Leadership Program

This is a 3-year personal & professional development program that will:

Develop and Enhance Leadership Skills

Develop and Enhance Mentoring Skills

Assist with College Planning

AND MORE…

List of Events:

Applications are DUE by November 1, 2019

September 2019 – Kickoff/Orientation @ The Training Source

September to June – Monthly Activities &Trips **

(Saturdays or School Closing Days)

This program will be facilitated by The Training Source, Inc.

and funded by Prince George’s County Council and Maryland National Capital Park & Planning Commission

** Sample Topics May Include: Conflict Resolution, Effective Communication Skills, Healthy

Relationships, Personality & Career Assessment, Entrepreneurship, Community Development,

Mentoring Skills, Cultural Diversity, Life Planning, College Planning, Stress Management, Career

Planning, Domestic Violence, Crime Avoidance, Drug-Free Lifestyles, Your Image, Peer Pressure,

Choices & Consequences, etc.

SEE REVERSE FOR APPLICATION GUIDELINES

Prince George’s County 7th

District Youth Leadership Program

Application Guidelines

Students entering the 10th

grade in September 2019 are eligible to apply. Only the top 10 applicants

will be accepted into the program to begin a 3-year journey.

Applicants must be goal-oriented with aspirations to become successful professionals and to

engage in community service to assist other people.

Applicants must be able to participate in the Prince George’s 7th

District Youth Leadership

Program during their sophomore, junior and senior years of high school (September to June).

To apply, applicants must submit the attached documents, plus:

Weight

50% 1. Statement of Interest (no length requirement) that explains why the applicant wants to

participate in the program and describes past leadership or community involvement activities.

30% 2. Two letters of recommendation from professionals who have worked with the applicant in

educational, employment and/or community service roles (e.g., teacher, counselor, minister, manager).

20% 3. Copies of report cards for both the 8th

grade (year-end) and 9th

grade (through 3rd

quarter)

school years.

10% 4. 7th

District Preference given to students attending Potomac, Suitland, Crossland, Central and

Forestville High Schools.

Applications will be ranked according to the weights listed above. Incomplete application packages will

not be considered.

Applications should be submitted immediately to:

Ms. Iris Somerville

Program Manager

The Training Source, Inc.

59 Yost Place

Seat Pleasant, MD 20743

contact@thetrainingsource.org

Questions may be directed to Ms. Somerville at (301) 499-8872

Prince George’s County 7th

District Youth Leadership Program

What is the Prince George’s County 7th

District Youth Leadership Program? The Prince George’s County 7

th District Youth Leadership Program (Youth Leadership Program) is a 3-year

program designed to primarily assist selected high-potential 7th District students attending neighboring high

schools (Suitland, Central, Potomac, Crossland and Forestville High Schools) to make smart life choices, develop

leadership and mentoring skills, complete high school and pursue post-high school education. The program was

created as a vision of former Prince George’s County Councilwoman Camille A. Exum (7th District), who wanted

talented youth to learn important life skills for success today to enhance their opportunities for achievement

tomorrow. The Honorable Karen R. Toles, immediate past Prince George’s County Councilwoman (7th District),

continued to support this dynamic program. Also, MNCPPC has provided financial support for the program since

its inception in 2004.

Who Participates in the Prince George’s County 7th

District Youth Leadership Program? During the spring semester of the school year, high-potential 9

th grade students are identified by teachers,

counselors, etc., and are eligible to compete for one of ten slots for the upcoming class of 10th graders. Only ten

10th graders are accepted each year, through a competitive selection process that includes an essay, application,

grades and recommendation letters. Those accepted into the program are expected to complete all three years of

the program, gaining new skills and development opportunities each year.

How Does the Prince George’s County 7th

District Youth Leadership Program Work? The Youth Leadership Program operates during the school year and is administered by The Training Source, Inc.,

a Standards For Excellence® accredited, HUD Best Practice training and development nonprofit organization. At

least once per month, on Saturdays or school-closing days, participants meet to discuss topics or participate in

trips and activities planned by youth regarding topics identified by youth, during the selection and program

assessment process, as important to their growth, development and survival during the turbulent teen years. As

participants move from 10th to 11

th to 12

th grade, their involvement in planning and implementing program days

increases. Some standard activities include college tours during spring break (11th grade), field trips, community

outreach activities, college and career planning activities, and workshops on money management, peer pressure,

and teen esteem.

What is the Cost for the Prince George’s County 7th

District Youth Leadership Program? Due to our generous funding partners, there is no cost for selected participants for the Youth Leadership Program.

Materials, fees, meals and transportation associated with program day activities are benefits of participation.

Small fees may apply for activities planned by and/or for participants beyond planning days.

What is Expected of Program Participants?

Program participants are expected to actively participate in scheduled program day activities, and as many special

activities as possible. They are expected to develop leadership characteristics and to demonstrate those

characteristics beyond program days to make an impact in their schools and communities. They are expected to

make smart choices, complete high school, and pursue a college education or career-level employment. They are

expected to be leaders!

Please call (301) 499-8872 for more information or visit www.thetrainingsource.org beginning the first day

of Spring Break annually to apply.

4/8/2019

Prince George’s County 7th

District

YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

Selection Form Funded By: The Prince George’s County Council and

Maryland National Capital Park & Planning Commission

Facilitated By: The Training Source, Inc.

Youth Name: __________________________ Email: ___________________ Cell Phone: _________

PARENTAL INFORMATION

Parent(s) / Guardian (s) Name: ____________________________________________________________

Address: ________________________ City: ______________________ State: _____ Zip: __________

Home Phone: ____________________ Cell: ____________________ Email: _____________________

Emergency Contact Name: __________________________ Emergency Contact Phone: ___________

STUDENT INFORMATION

High School: _______________________________ Grade: ______ Year of Graduation: __________

Career Interest(s): _____________________ ______________________ _____________________

Have You Worked Before? Yes ______ No_______ If Yes, please list below:

# Employer Name Job Title Dates

1

2

Are you involved in any extracurricular or volunteer activities? Yes ____ No ___ If yes, please

indicate below:

Do you have a resume? Yes ________ No __________ (Note: If selected for the program, please

provide The Training Source, Inc. with a copy.)

How did you hear about the program? ______________________________________________________

Signatures: Please sign and date this form to verify that the information submitted is true to the best

of your knowledge.

Youth: _____________________________________________ Date: __________________________

Parent: ____________________________________________ Date: __________________________

YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

SEPTEMBER 2019 THROUGH JUNE 2022

POTENTIAL TOPICS Check

Five Top

Choices

TOPIC DESCRIPTION

Change Management Techniques on how to handle positive and difficult

changes in your life.

Effective Communication

Skills

Learn about various communication styles, verbal,

nonverbal, and written communication skills. Discuss

teamwork strategies and the use of synergy through

exercise. Conduct voice self-assessments and

recordings to analyze good points and changes needed

to our voice and differentiate between assertive and

aggressive communication. Conduct a behavioral style

self-evaluation.

Conflict Resolution Discuss strategies for effectively resolving

disagreements in personal and professional settings.

Consumer Awareness Discuss fraud and other marketing schemes from radio,

television, Internet and print advertisement. Also how

to make major purchases and receive the most for your

money.

Relationships Focus primarily on “dating” type relationships, but also

discuss family, peer, and work relationships.

Entrepreneurship Learn about the business of self-employment: finances,

personnel, overhead, liability, etc. Also being able to

detect fraudulent opportunities.

Fitness and Nutrition Focus on the development of healthy nutrition cycles

and analyzing our dietary needs; Also defining fitness

and the development of effective exercise routines.

Financial Literacy Learn about credit worthiness, savings, checking,

investments, retirement, purchasing real estate,

budgeting, planning for college, vacation planning,

stepping out on your own, etc.

Mental Health and

Wellness

Discuss maintaining balance in our lifestyles, peace of

mind, and methods to achieve these goals through

meditation, yoga, affirmations, alternative medicine,

etc.

Public Speaking /

Presentation Skills

Development of good verbal speaking skills for

presentations, meetings, and interviews. Identify

organizations geared toward speech preparation (i.e.

Toastmasters.)

Self-Esteem Learn what self-esteem means and the main ingredients

(self-confidence, self-worth, self-respect, and self-

image).

Check

Five Top

Choices

TOPIC DESCRIPTION

Straight Talk!

Teen-Adult Dialogue

Provide an opportunity for young people and adults to

listen to and learn from one another. Bring together

people of different ages, backgrounds, beliefs, and

assumptions to discuss such topics as the differences

and similarities between teen experiences of today and

of years past, personal values, and qualities of an

effective parent-child relationship.

Community Concerns Identify and discuss concerns in our home and school

communities and some of the things being done to

eliminate these concerns. Also focus on developing

possible solutions to remaining problems in this area.

Developing Effective

Mentoring Skills

and

Finding a Mentor for

Personal and Professional

Success

Discuss the benefits of effective mentoring, identifying

“what it takes” and your reasons for wanting to become

a mentor, how to identify someone who is a good

match for you to mentor. Evaluation of your

interpersonal, communication, decision making, and

problem solving skills. Participate in a goal setting

exercise called: “Happiness Is.” Identify role models

to mentor you.

Group Dynamics / Team

Work

Techniques and effects of working in groups and

discovering the benefits of teamwork.

Fun Day / Night

Activities

Participate in fun and safe activities for the appropriate

age group; Identify things to do during the day, night,

and various seasons of the year.

Education: Past, Present,

and Future

Research and learn about the evolution of the American

educational system, informal learning, and future needs

and changes to the system.

Identity Theft Discuss a topic of major concern particularly if you are

a regular user of the Internet. How to “spot” the red

flags before becoming a victim.

Cultural & Generational

Diversity

Define and understand the differences and similarities

between various backgrounds and beliefs. Identify for

discussion: employment, race, gender, sexism, age,

food, fashion, music, entertainment, sports, etc.;

Evaluate the difference between bias, preferences, and

prejudice; Why value diversity? What is “Proversity?”

Developing Leadership

Skills

Develop good leadership skills and the ability to

effectively delegate, and also function as a team player.

College Planning &

Preparation

Assistance with planning for taking college entrance

examinations, researching colleges and universities,

choosing a major field of study, securing financial aid,

etc.

The World of Technology Learn about the latest and greatest methods and

enhancements in today’s technology. Also what may be

on the horizon for the future?

Check

Five Top

Choices

TOPIC DESCRIPTION

Understanding

Disabilities and Barriers

To provide understanding on how to interact with

individuals with various challenges and barriers

whether at work or in your personal life.

Stress Management How to handle stress. Use and develop techniques to

help with identifying and working through stressful

daily and long-term situations.

Illegal Activities /

Department of

Corrections

Learn about the penal system; how to avoid getting

involved in illegal activities; Trip to Jessup State

Correctional Center (Parental Consent)

How to Prepare for

Adulthood / Rites of

Passage

Identify your path into adulthood.

Sex Education / Teen

Pregnancy

Learn about sex education including contraception,

diseases, pregnancy, etc. (Parental consent)

Career Development Resume preparation, how to dress for interviews,

questions to ask, types of interviews, what to bring,

evaluating career choices through performing self-

assessment activities, job search strategies, preparing

marketable resumes and business letters.

Understanding the

Effects of the Media and

Television

How the media and television programs play a major

role in image, peer pressure, self-esteem, and the life

choices we make.

Domestic Violence Facts, What is domestic violence, effects on children,

causes, cycle of violence, developing a safety plan, etc.

Peer Pressure Define and understand peer pressure. Identify fears of

being alone, and re-evaluate friendships.

Drug-Free Lifestyles

Discuss various forms of drugs, distribution, and

addictive behavior, how alcohol and drugs can affect

various areas of your life. How “Dis-ease” plays a

major role affecting your mind, body, and spirit, and

family changes, and financial costs of habits. Reasons

individuals give for adopting these lifestyles. Provide

information on seeking help and various programs

available.

Body Image and

Etiquette

Hygiene; Appropriate fashion for personal and

professional settings, skin care, formal table setting,

eating etiquette, and basic manners.