Junior Leadership Scott County is an eight-week leadership program tailored to high school Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors from any Scott County public or private school, including home-schooled students. The program is sponsored by Leadership Scott County, Georgetown/Scott County Chamber of Commerce, and the local business community.

The mission of Junior Leadership Scott County (Jr. LSC) is to encourage youth to develop a knowledge, sensibility, and action plan to lead in this community.

4 Core Pillars Core Values

Develop Leadership Skills Integrity – Being honest and having strong principles

Community Awareness & Involvement Support – Encouraging each other to be their best

Networking to Build Relationships Passion – Having the drive to succeed

Opportunities for Business Connections Relationships – Connecting people

Fun – Enjoying the journey Participants in Jr. LSC will have the opportunity to:

Build leadership skills

Practice professionalism

Meet community leaders

Learn about a variety of community-relevant topics

Network with other young leaders

These opportunities will take the form of informational sessions, interactive sessions, on-site visits, tours, and community service.

Participant Responsibilities: If accepted, you will be required to:

Commit to attending all of the sessions

Pay the $75 fee at Orientation. Some scholarships are available

Participate in community service independently or with your Jr. LSC classmates

Ensure you have transportation to/from each session

Ask questions of the speaker related to leadership and leadership roles

Cell Phone Etiquette

Actively participate

Complete a program evaluation after each class session Schedule: All classes are held on a Thursday, 6-8 PM unless otherwise noted

January 16 - Orientation February 13 - Non-Profit Community

January 25 - Retreat 9 AM-3 PM (Saturday) February 22 - Healthcare & First Responders

January 30 - Education/Trade/Career/Soft Skills February 27 - Toyota Tour & Pizza

February 6 - Business & Economic Development March 6 - Graduation Dinner & Class Presentation

Application Process: The selection process for Jr LSC is competitive and requires the following: Submit all your materials together to: Junior Leadership Scott County 160 E. Main St. Georgetown, KY 40324 OR EMAIL: laura@gtown.org

All materials must be received by 4 pm, Monday, December 2, 2024. Late, incomplete or AI applications will not be considered.

If you are selected for the 2025 Junior Leadership class, you will be notified via email by Monday, December 16, 2024

• Print out and complete the application

*We recognize that you may have an important prior commitment which may conflict with your attendance at one of the sessions. Under special circumstances the admissions committee may grant an excused absence, but will only consider doing so if you provide an adequate explanation in your application.