Teens Lead 2010 Application

Applications are accepted on rolling admissions!
Some slots still available- apply now!

Teens Lead participants are expected to attend all summer institute sessions and stay in the residence halls during the entire program, August 9-13, 2010. In completing this application, you acknowledge that you are aware of these requirements and agree, if accepted, to meet this commitment.

Name: *

First and Last Name

High School: *

Name of High School you attend

Expected Graduation Year: *

Academic Areas of Interest: *

Current Address

Address 1: *

Address 2:

City: *

State: *

Zipcode: *

Permanent Address (if different)

Permanent Address 1:

Permanent Address 2:

Permanent City:

Permanent State:

Permanent Zipcode:

Email Address: *

Home Phone: *

Cell Phone:

Personal Background

Note: Completing this section is voluntary. The information her is used to ensure that we have diversity of background at our program.)

Age (as of August 2010): *

Essay Questions

Please limit your responses to 300 words or less.

Describe your past and present community involvement: *

For example, involvement in student organizations or associations, work-related activities, volunteer or political activities.

Why do you wish to participate in Teens Lead!: *

This could include your personal goals, professional development, and/or visions for your campus or larger community.

Please list any honors and awards received:

This should include any leadership positions attained.

References

Please include the names, titles, phone numbers and email addresses (if available) for two references. Applicants will need to submit one letter of recommendation from their teacher. This teacher can either email the letter to nlormail@pdx.edu with the applicant name in the subject, or mail it to the following address: Portland State University, Center for Women, Politics & Policy, P.O. Box 751, Portland, Oregon 97207

Reference 1: *

Reference 2: *

How did you hear about us?: *

So that we can improve our outreach, please tell us where you heard about us.

Program Fee

The program fee for Teens Lead! in 2010 is $250. This fee is required to secure a student's place in the program. It is due upon admission, and is non-refundable. The fee is all inclusive of food, materials, and education for all five days. There are a number of need-based full and partial scholarships available, so please keep in mind financial need should not be a barrier to any qualified student who wants to attend Teens Lead! If you feel that you are in need of financial assistance please use this page to describe your situation, and the amount of aid you need (full or partial). If you are in a position to help pay another student's fee, you may indicate that here as well and a representative from our office will contact you.

Explain Here:

Acknowledgement: *

Teens Lead! participants are expected to attend all summer institute sessions during the entire program of August 9-13, 2010. In completing this application, I acknowledge that I am aware of these requirements and agree, if accepted, to meet this commitment.