Junior Leadership Johnston County
MISSION:
Junior Leadership Johnston is a program to assist emerging youth in their efforts to
prepare for leadership positions in business, community, education and government affairs
in their future endeavors.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Complete the application in its entirety.
Use correct grammar and punctuation.
Have someone proofread the application for completion and errors, before submitting
to the Advisory Board.
Complete the application electronically or use an ink pen and print legibly.
PROGRAM SPECIFICS:
At least one student will be selected from each high school
The summer program will be held June 15-19, 2020
A mandatory orientation will be held prior to the program week to familiarize
parents and/or guardians and participants with the specifics of the program
Participants will be involved in activities each day including, but not limited to: self-
assessments, teambuilding, communication, presentation skills, etc. as well as tours
of local businesses, industries and agencies
Participants will work in teams to produce a presentation related to the week of
activities, to be presented during the banquet on June 19, 2020
PARTICIPANT CRITERIA:
Must be a current sophomore (rising junior for 2020-2021 school year)
Must be in good academic standing with their respective high school
Must attend public high school, charter school, private school or be home schooled in
Johnston County
Must participate in all sessions if selected
Must complete and submit application and reference letter to:
Junior Leadership Johnston Advisory Board
135 Best Wood Drive
Clayton, NC 27520
OR via EMAIL to: swgardner@johnstoncc.edu
Lunch and snacks will be provided daily. Participants will receive a t-shirt, as well as a
certificate of completion at the end of the week-long program.
Participants MUST agree to attend ALL 5 days of the summer program and the
banquet to graduate with a certificate from the program.
For inquires or additional questions, contact Joy Callahan, 919-209-2027.
Application deadline is 5:00 pm, Thursday, April 30, 2020.
Application should be mailed (address is listed above) or
EMAIL to swgardner@johnstoncc.edu
2020 JUNIOR LEADERSHIP JOHNSTON APPLICATION
(Please complete electronically or use an INK PEN & PRINT LEGIBLY)
Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________
Last First MI Preferred Name
Ethnicity: _______________ Gender: _______________
Mailing Address: ________________________________________________________________________
Street/PO Box
________________________________________________________________________
City, State Zip
Name of Parent(s)/Guardian(s): _________________________________________________________
Applicant’s Cell Phone Number: __________________________________________________________
Applicant’s E-mail address: ______________________________________________________________
High School currently attending: _________________________________________________________
Current Grade Level: ____________
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1. How did you learn about the Junior Leadership Johnston program?
2. What do you hope to gain from participating in the Junior Leadership Johnston
program?
3. List honors and awards you have received for school and non-school related activities
during your high school career:
4. What do you consider your highest accomplishment, skill or achievement so far?
5. List up to three community, school, religious or other organizations of which you
have been a member:
Organization/Group Date(s) Participated Office/Position Held
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6. List any work experience (volunteer or paid).
7. Describe your career goals.
8. Name one (1) person (non-related) who is knowledgeable of your leadership
performance and potential.
Attach a reference letter from this person which addresses your leadership potential.
Reference Name: _______________________________________________________________
Reference Email Address: ________________________________________________________
Reference Phone Number: ________________________________________________________
9. If you could solve one issue facing high school students, which issue would you solve
and how might you solve it?
(Please answer this question on a separate sheet of paper. Please type your
response or use an ink pen and print legibly. Be sure it is included when
submitting your application.)
Parental/Guardian Commitment Statement
I have reviewed the Junior Leadership Johnston Application and agree to support this
educational project. I am aware that if my child is selected, he/she will be involved in
Junior Leadership Johnston for five (5) days during the summer.
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Parent/Guardian Signature Date