Leaders "4" Life
Leaders "4" Life is about building character and developing leaders.
The 4 Components
Individual: Personal choices, Self-Confidence, Goals.
Family: Supporting roles with parents and siblings.
School: Planning, Effort, Achievement.
Community: Involvement, Contributing, Volunteerism.
Integrated approach to the program utilizes Camp Smitty and Clubhouse resources. Mentors / Facilitators include university and college placements. Measurable outcomes in areas of self-esteem, school performance, and volunteerism.
Program Overview
May - June: Special Events, group outings, volunteering and continued interaction with mentors.
July - August: Attend summer session(s) at Camp Smitty - Leader in Training, Counselor in Training.
Program Phases
Phase 1 - Ages 13-15
Focused on personal goals and foundational skills. Work with mentor, introduction to volunteerism, earn camp session (regular camp/leader in training).
Phase 2 - Ages 16 - 17
Expanded goal-setting, enhanced skill development. Work with mentor, increased emphasis on volunteering, camp experience (counselor in training/junior counselor).
Phase 3 - Ages 18+
Post-secondary education, scholarship opportunities. Act as mentor, sustained and expanded community involvement, camp staff (senior counselor, senior staff).
Supported by:
At a glance:
- Pre-registration required.
- Program open to Members of all locations, but sessions take place at Ron Kolbus, Don McGahan, Police Youth Centre and Rochester.
- Members participating in Leaders "4" Life satisfy the requirements for the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh award