Civic Leadership Academy (Nat’l Cadet Special Activity)

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Date/Time
Date(s) - 02/20/2016 - 02/27/2016
All Day

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Location: Washington DC

Link to NCSA website for info and registration:  NCSA Civic Leadership Academy

 

Date:
February 20, 2016 – February 27, 2016
Location:
Washington, DC
Min. Age:
16
Cost:
$450.00

 

If you’re interested in politics and careers in public service, CAP’s Civic Leadership Academy, an exciting 1-week program in Washington, DC, is for you.
Cadets participate in behind-the scenes tours and briefings at the Capitol, Supreme Court, State Department, Pentagon, CIA, Arlington National Cemetery, and more.
The week culminates with Legislative Day, when cadets meet with their elected leaders on Capitol Hill.
This is not your average field trip to Washington. CLA is an academically-focused activity that includes seminars, readings,and group projects.
HOW TO APPLY
Use the NCSA Main Menu module of eServices to apply for these activities. Applications will be accepted from 13 October until 30 ovember. Applicants will need to upload the following documents in PDF format to their application by 30 November:
1. A resume of your achievements in CAP, school, and
community service (1 page only)  ( Resumes will be graded by the resume standards set in Chapter 8 of Learn to Lead)
2. A Letter of Recommendation from a teacher or leader
    (other than a parent)
3. A 400 – 600 word essay on the topic listed below. ( Essays will be graded by the essay standards set in Chapter 8 of Learn to Lead)
CLA essay topic: Select one of the notable supreme court cases from recent years listed below.  In your essay please summarize the facts of the case, explain how the court ruled, give your reaction and explain why you feel as you do.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF ATTENDEES
The 24 most outstanding cadets, as judged by CLA faculty,
will be announced via email in early December.
 CADET ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Possess the Mitchell at the time of application
Minimum age of 16 by start of activity
Be in Physical Fitness category I. *

ACTIVITY FEE $450
Covers meals, lodging, and activities
A $200 deposit is due on 3 Jan, with the
balance due 1 Feb.

TRAVEL
Members are responsible for transportation
to and from Washington D.C.

ACADEMIC RECOGNITION
The National Association of Secondary
School Principals has placed the CAP Civic
Leadership Academy on their National
Advisory List of Contests & Activities for
2015-16.
 

  STUDENTS CONTINUE HERE
* Cadets will walk up to 3 – 5 miles each day.