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Junior Leadership Academy - 2016-2017

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First National Bank (Main Branch)
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University of Arkansas - Fort Smith
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Baldor Electric Company
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 2016-17 Junior Leadership Academy
 
The Junior Leadership Academy (JLA) was created by the Fort Smith Regional Chamber of Commerce and is supported by the regional business community.  JLA is a program for students whom desire the opportunity to learn more about Fort Smith and the opportunities available in our city.  Students will meet community leaders from area businesses, government agencies, and civic organizations.  Students will be introduced into an environment designed to enhance and develop their leadership skills which will benefit them throughout the rest of their life.  Applications are available for those that are CURRENTLY in their Sophomore year with the program beginning the 2016-2017 school year (JUNIOR YEAR).
Eligibility/Section Criteria
 
Applicants must:
  • Be a member of the 2015-16 Sophomore class at either Northside or Southside High School
  • Demonstrate leadership and/or desire to gain strong leadership skills
  • A desire to improve his/her school and community
  • Have an interest in furthering his/her knowledge about Fort Smith and community leadership
  • Commit to FULL PARTICIPATION in the Junior Leadership Academy program
  • Pay the $25.00 Program Fee.  The remaining $400.00 will be paid by local area businesses.
 
The JLA selection committee will be the Leadership Fort Smith Advisory committee.  Thirty applicants have been selected.   Committee representatives maintain an active role during the duration of the program. **Note - the Fort Smith Regional Chamber of Commerce is not part of the selection committee.
 
Applications will be thoroughly reviewed.  Selection criteria include:
  • Commitment to personal growth
  • Commitment and motivation to serve the community through volunteer work
  • Personal commitment to improving the community environment to favorably impact the development and quality of the community
  • Strength of recommendations
  • Bio
  • GPA of at least 2.0
  • Reliable attendance history in school
  • Desire to be successful
 
The Junior Leadership Academy is looking for a very diverse class.  Every student is encouraged to apply!
 
Dates & Deadlines
 

Application deadline has passed for the 2016-2017 year.  Dates will be announced soon for the 2017-2018 year. 
 
Applications can be:
  • Emailed to dyoung@fortsmithchamber.com
  • Mailed or delivered to: 
Fort Smith Regional Chamber of Commerce
Attention:    Debra Young
                  612 Garrison Avenue
                  Fort Smith, AR  72903
  • Turned into school counselor
 
Applicants will go through an interview process.  Times and location to be determined.  

Once the new class is selected a New Class Reception will be held for participants and their families to explain more details about the program. 
 
 

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Play it Again Sports-Fort Smith
Water Tech, Inc.
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Arkansas Colleges of Health Education
Candy Craze
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Simmons First Bank (Main Branch)
SPMI, My HR Professionals
Turn Key Construction Management
Weldon, Williams & Lick, Inc.
Sparks Health System
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Tuesday Jun 14, 2016 Thursday Mar 2, 2017

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