As part of the Youth Leadership Corps, you as a middle school or high school student will participate in an interactive program that focuses on community service and encourages you to learn about problems in your community and become part of the solutions. The blend of classroom discussion and hands-on work is a powerful way to demonstrate the power of youth and allow you to serve as an exemplary leader in enacting positive changes.
YOUNG HEROES
I am a six, seventh, or eighth grader who cares about my community.
I want to meet other middle school students who want to make a difference.
I want to earn a presidential service medal while helping others.
How to apply:
Download the Young Heroes application.
Mail application to:
City Year Boston
ATTN: Young Heroes
287 Columbus Ave.
Boston, MA 02116
Application deadline: NOVEMBER 25th, 2008
For more information please call the Hero’s Hotline 617-927-2511 or email Laura Cutler at lcutler@cityyear.org
CITY HEROES
City Heroes is a weekend leadership development and social awareness program for high school students, who learn to lead others in tackling issues that affect their communities. Students also spend 1-2 Saturdays a month doing community service in the neighborhoods of Boston.
For more information, please contact Rachel Faulkner at 617-927-2341 or by email at rfaulkner08@cityyear.org
How to apply:
Download the City Heroes application
Mail application to:
City Year Boston
ATTN: City Heroes
287 Columbus Ave.
Boston, MA 02116
Application deadline: NOVEMBER 25th, 2008