Rotary Youth Leadership Awards

1. Rotary Youth Leadership Awards • Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders • Rotary District 5150 • www.ryla5150.org • info@ryla5150.org

2. Rotary District 5150 RYLA Enterprise 2011 @ YMCA Point Bonita Photo 1 Project of the Rotary Club of San Francisco Since 1984 Serving students of Marin, San Francisco & San Mateo Counties

3. What is RYLA? Rotary's leadership training program for young adults that is offered by districts around the world.   RYLA’s main emphases are: Leadership Citizenship Personal Growth

4. RYLA According to R.I. . Internationally, every RYLA shares the following program objectives: To demonstrate Rotary’s respect and concern for youth To providing youth with a valuable training experience to encourage and assist young people in responsible and effective voluntary youth leadership To foster continued and stronger leadership of youth by youth To publicly recognize the many young people who are rendering service to their communities as youth leaders

5. Our Purpose Provide an experiential learning program for 10th and 11th graders in District 5150: Leadership, teamwork, communication, skill assessment, and goal setting techniques Education and career path development Business planning and presentation skills Diverse, team-centered environment Overnight experience away from home

7. Program Highlights Sponsored by Rotary Clubs in District 5150 All expenses-paid for students - including food, lodging, instruction and fun 3 Day Camp - Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Training in leadership, communication, business, and life skills Build relationships with Rotary and Rotaract counselors and volunteers Opportunity for youth to interact and bond with students from different schools, interests, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds Scholarship for two exceptional students

8. Camp Activities Leadership, Team Building and Communication Training Motivational Speakers Ropes Challenge Course Business Plan Development & Presentation Personal Development through Creative Thinking & Exploration Discussions about the importance of community service & opportunities with Rotary New Friends & Fun!

9. Mike Walsh Team Building Leadership, Communication, Skill Analysis, Creative Thinking

10. Ropes Challenge Course Leadership, Communication, Strategic Thinking, Goal Setting & Healthy Risk Taking

11. Business Plan Presentation Leadership, Communication, Public Speaking, Business Analysis, Organization, Time Management & Skill Assessment

12. Team Assistants (T.A.s) Team Assitants (T.A.s) facilitate the weekend’s activities and discussions

13. Family Structure • 8-12 students with 2 T.A.s or “Parents” • Evokes a sense of trust, bonding, and reliability. The families are safe space to share past experiences, current triumphs and struggles, and future dreams. “They were really my family for the weekend & I loved them & felt comfortable.” – Fujiyama Family Member RYLA 2011

14. Benefits to Students Improved leadership, teamwork and presentation skills Improved education and career awareness Connection with Rotary and the importance of community service Improved student resumes as college admissions look for RYLA 2 College Scholarships – for Leadership & Service Above Self New friendships across the Bay Area

15. Benefits to District & Clubs RYLA touches 3 Avenues of Service: Community Service, Vocational Service and New Generations Increases fellowship and collaboration between Rotary, Rotaract, & Interact Inspires young individuals to become more service minded, business savvy, & well rounded Introduces youth to Rotary & the opportunity to become future members

16. RYLA campers have gone on to become Rotary members. It is an amazing opportunity to build lasting bonds between members and clubs that transcend generational & geographic boundaries. Rotary District 5150 RYLA Enterprise 2011 @ YMCA Point Bonita

17. This Year’s RYLA April 5-7, 2013 Location: Westminster Woods in Occidental For more information, pictures & videos about the venue & challenge course, visit: www.westminsterwoods.org/

18. Goals For This Year 100-125 students at RYLA District-wide club participation Including student sponsorship & contributions toward programs Planning & Outreach Volunteering at the event Mix of Rotaractor & Rotarians T.A.s (20 - 24)

19. How Can You and Your Club Support RYLA? Invest in Students: Financial Support Sponsor students ($350 per student) Secure business sponsorships for RYLA Send funds to contribute towards general program costs or scholarships Make checks to: Rotary Club of San Francisco - Rotary Service, Inc.

20. How Can You and Your Club Support RYLA? As a Club Identify a RYLA liaison in your club to coordinate efforts Volunteer to help plan and/or participate in camp Identify and encourage future-minded 10th - 11th grade students with leadership potential in your area to apply online Honor RYLA campers at your meeting after camp

21. How Can You and Your Club Support RYLA? Join the Planning Committee Fundraising, Rotary Outreach, School Outreach, Student Registration, Website, Social Media, Materials, etc. Volunteer at RYLA T.A, Photographer, Videographer, Camp Medic, Business Plan Judge, Bus Greeter, General Coordinator Visit RYLA & show your support!

22. More Information Visit us at www.ryla5150.org Visit us on Facebook RYLA 2011 Video “Ain’tNo Mountain High Enough”

23. Rotary Youth Leadership Awards THANK YOU ROTARY! For RYLA brochures, flyers, and online applications go to www.rotary5150.org For more information email info@ryla5150.org