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Leadership Searcy NextGen is a premier leadership development program for high school juniors enrolled in Searcy High School, Riverview High School and Harding Academy. The program will provide meaningful leadership development and networking opportunities, introduces students to a wide range of careers and local businesses, cultivates a spirit of service, and offers a behind-the-scenes look at how Searcy and White County work and grow.
The program is modeled after our highly successful adult Leadership Searcy program, which is now in it's 31st year of serving the community. Class members will meet with local decision makers from multiple business sectors including economic and community development, small business, non-profit, local and state government, higher education and healthcare. Participants will visit locations across the county, hear from influential speakers from the community, and participate in activities aimed to teach them about the Searcy area and how they can impact the community.
The competitive application and nomination process is conducted through area high school counselors, and the program is administered by the Searcy Regional Chamber’s Leadership Searcy Next Gen Committee. This committee will include representatives from education, business, workforce development, and community leadership to ensure students receive a well-rounded and impactful experience.
Leadership sessions will begin in September, with an evening event on September 22nd from 5:30 pm until 7 pm. We encourage parents of the selected class participants to attend the evening event.
The first session on September 23rd will feature a day-long retreat at The Vines Center, 4H Excel Center, in Little Rock, where students participate in team-building activities and explore their individual leadership styles.
SESSIONSSession 1: (September 22 5:30 pm -7:00 pm & September 23) Learning the Ropes - Team Building Challenge
Session 2: (October 21) Know Yourself, Know Your Community
Session 3: (November 18) Local Government, City Planning & Your Role as a Youth Advisor
Session 4: (January 20) Economic Development in Our Area
Session 5: (February 17) Higher Education, Career Pathways & Lifelong Learning
Session 6: (March 17) Arkansas State Government: Your Capitol, Your Elected Officials
Session 7: (April 21) Building a Healthier Searcy
Session 8: (May TBD) Graduation Dinner - Accepting the Challenge
This program is offered to students selected at NO COST. That is made possible through our amazing program sponsors who are all dedicated to education and workforce development. For more information download a program flyer. All applicants must have a letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, CTE or other school official. Applications are available at your high school counselor's office.
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