Youth & Government

The Youth & Government program is a High School age “hands-on” experience in State Government. Youth & Government is an educational program that increases awareness of the governmental process and develops skills in the areas of personal development, self-esteem and leadership. There are opportunities for news reporting, writing, debating and lobbying for or against bills. The highlight of the program is a weekend long trip to Raleigh, where the students present and debate Bills in the State Legislative Building. The 2010 YMCA NC Youth Legislature Assembly will be held Febrary 11-14, 2010.

 

 

Meeting Dates:

Meetings will be held on Fridays from 1:30-2:30 pm at the Yadkin Early College.

 

District Student Meetings:

#1: October 11th, 2-5 pm at West Forsyth High School

#2: TBA

 

Youth Legislative Conference:

February 11-14, 2010. Conference Fees are $400 per person and due on December 1, 2009.

 

*IF THERE IS NO SCHOOL, THERE IS NO MEETING*

 

Click here for Candidate Nomination Form.

 

Click here for Committee Chair Nomination Form.

 

Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program. The Open Doors program offers a sliding scale that is designed to fit the financial situation of each individual and family in our community. We want all people to be involved with the programs and services of the YMCA that nurture the spirit, mind and body.

 

Click here for the "Open Doors" Financial Assistance Application.

 

Open Doors Application information

 

It's never too late to join the club! All high school students are welcome.

 

If you have questions or are interested in starting a club at your school, please contact Brian May at B.May@ymcanwnc.org or 336-679-7962 ext. 234.