Can you offer any feedback? Also, if you have any colleges or universities near you, go to their websites and see if they offer summer programs for high school students- many do. Im just so unsure about the whole thing. There were several sources that said it would make little to no difference on applications and if Im going to spend that much money I would like for it to impact my chances of being accepted at least a little. My sons letter indicated he was nominated by his teacher, but she did not do so. Fergusons entertaining personality was more than enough to keep the entire room listening, as he rarely drifted off topic and provided several Curtis Helpful Hints.. In the end, I would never have spent this kind of money if my son were younger. I got one for medicine, but I want to be an ICU nurse, not a doctor. At that age, I would look for other enrichment opportunities in your community. Her communication and socialization skills were strengthened. We later determined that she might have accidentally bubbled in science as an interest on the required PSATs. The packet just seems over the top! I was just nominated for the NYLF: Business Innovation 6 days to startup summer camp and I think it is a wonderful opportunity. For my high school age daughter, we have found other camps that offer more hands on experiences than the NYLF. Launched in 2017, the Youth Leadership Consortium (YLC), is a . It sounds quite interesting and Im sure she would love it but $2000!? This student is in self-contained special education classes. When looking at loans, there are two types: subsidized and unsubsidized. My 10 year old also received a letter from NYLF. HomeNCCEP StaffCareer & College ClubsCapacity-Building WorkshopStudy LabYouth LeadershipInstitutes About GEAR UPTake ActionNews, NCCEP1331 H ST NWSuite #900Washington, DC 20005, National Council for Community and Education Partnerships (NCCEP), STEP 3: Submit Payment for Conference Registration on Behalf of Students, National Council for Community and Education Partnerships. We were also thrilled that she had gotten acknowledged for Engineering and Technology. Megan The NYLF programs are fun and enriching. my son is going to go in June after reading these comments Im a bit taken back. To enrich their lives with what is important to them. I am glad and excitted about it, but I am wondering of it is a program appropriate for my age. They are over-hyped, but they are also legitimate summer experiences that many students have enjoyed and benefited from. I just dont want families to feel like it is the only option. Agency:<br> Girls Scouts of Greater Los Angeles<br><br>Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles (GSGLA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, serves 32,000 girls in partnership with nearly 16,000 adult members and volunteers throughout the communities of Los Angeles County, and parts of Kern and San Bernardino counties.<br><br>GSGLA is the largest girl-serving nonprofit agency in Los Angeles, with programs in . I got nominated for the NYLF: National security and I was wondering if it scam? Thank you! Thats why its so expensive. I was wondering if I should try to attend or if it's even worth my time. Megan. I still might go, just to figure out if medicine is a field I really want to go into. Hi, So this isnt your only chance. Im in 4th grade and I just got a letter from the NYLF . You can attain either through scholarships or grants, both of which do not require you to pay back. I have taught high school for over 10 years and during that time have nominated several students, some have attended the event. Will he need to be nominated again to attend at an older age? Going to college is really important to me because I want to attend medical school [in the future]. But finding something like this for someone who hasnt even gotten into middle school yet is hard. I think if you are looking to expand your leadership skills, you would be better off doing something at your school or in your community. This spring tens of thousands of high school students will receive news that they have been nominated to attend a "highly selective" or "exclusive" one-week summer program. As I said in the article, these programs are NOT scams. not worth it I am actually questioning if it is legitimate as he did not apply or sign up. She is already attending a local STEM camp and she has a full scholarship paid by her school. Explore program offerings. I am a junior and i received the same thing for advanced medicine. Check with any program to find out who will be working, their background, and how much unsupervised freedom the kids will have. Hi! Even if he was academically ready there are a lot of social differences. I received this nice package too in the mail. Nothing should stop you [from going to college]. All of these programs are equally credible. I received a letter from the NYFL for business and am very interested in attending. Hi, Im a highschool freshman and currently 14 years, and I recieved one of these invitations in the mail. To find other programs you can start by Googling summer programs for high school students. Would he get more out of the program if you waited a year or two? (Her Fields) But I did some investigating and found both sources to not be worth the paper they are printed on. Most of the students in my orbit praise the National Young Leaders Conference Program (NYLC) and its affiliated programs as being very interesting and well-run. Can you advise something? Last Summer I had decided on engineering and three months ago I decided on aerospace Engineering. Megan, Very true, Diana. I hadnt heard from anyone in the engineering / technology program before; Ive heard mixed reviews about the law and medical programs. YOUTH CONSORTIUM. It is very expensive; but she raised money to help with the costs. Students will have the opportunity to meet new people from all over the country and stay connected with them before and after the event. You might want to compare the National Youth Leadership Forum offerings to the programs offered by different colleges. By the description provided, we thought we ought to provide my son the opportunity. When you take the PSAT, PLAN, SAT, ACT, etc., your name and address may be given to outside organizations. Mark. 2018 Young Leader's Summit by the Youth Leadership Consortium: Is it a scam. Its really all about taking advantage of who you are and [preparing to face] the real world.. Today I received an e-mail stating that I was nominated for the NYLF medical program. Envision EMI understands this perfectly, and relies on parents genuine delight in being nominated to entice parents to spend far more money than they should on the program. Rylee, We received one for my 9th grade daughter. After reading the comments here I was correct about them that they seem to care more about money. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); College Prep Results, LLC: A Megan Dorsey Company. They apparently had a rating of F by the BBB for a few years, although they seem to have regained a good rating in recent years. When I clicked on the scholarship link, it said in the near future. Hi Everyone, Some people regarded it as a scam but others claimed that it was a genuine program. Thought it was a scam right away when the first letter said to the parents of Candice. See if any of the colleges or universities in your area are offering summer programs for kids. You probably knew that from my article and the responses to comments here. As part of the form, you are required to submit the following completed documents: Student Pledge students must agree to follow rules, expectations, and requirements for participation in YLS, GEAR UP Director Student Approval 1/per student, GEAR UP Director Chaperone Approval signed by GEAR UP director - 1/per grant, Online forms must be submitted by Monday, May 8, 2023. We want you (our children) to have it easier than we did! Thats what Im going to try do. and our Your advice about researching cheaper options is spot on. Maybe in a couple years you will feel ready to attend a week-long program held at a university, but dont feel like you need to go right now. We also built a replica zipline. I, too, find the $2000 cost high, especially for a 4th grader. I have an 8 year old and I would want to know a lot more about how they structure the program before I would send him. You can listen on iTunes (episode 27) or online here. Once you click there you can check out the FAQs too. Hi, late last year I received a nomination to NYLF: Engineering and Technology. Marcus, Transportation varies by program, so please check on the details for your specific session. Please feel free to email me personally. This is very helpful. We just got one today and were quite elated that he was chosen by his teacher to represent his school. Wishing you the best! I was amazed at the things they learned. I was so excited and proud of her but the cost seems outrageous. Yes, but there are so many worthwhile programs out there many that cost much less. So what everyone here agreed on is that if the program cost less, it would be an awesome experience for students. Ive had students who have really benefited from the experiences. It says a faculty member at my school nominated me, but Im not so sure Ive spoken to him once, so how would he know that I am planning on going into the military? Unfortunately, based on what ive read these programs are expensive and my family is of low income. 6 people in my school (elementary, middle, and high school) got nominated, so I think that it is pretty exclusive. Kids dont need to do things to look good. But I do think summer experiences can be valuable in developing skills, building confidence, and exploring topics not covered in school. An 8th grader mom from California. I have had students attend these programs in the past and enjoy them. She asked what it was and said I dont even like science. Though you say above it is not a scam, I think it borders on such for the younger age groups. Will it provide me with any type of competitive edge for college or a career in medicine in the future? Before you make a decision, spend some time researching other programs. Dont go UNLESS you can guarantee this programs credibility. Do they do a background check on the people who will be taking care of them while they are at the residence halls? My wife and I are interested in the day camp program (feeling hes too young to stay on campus), but reading some the Q&A above, Im quite unsure if this type of program is geared towards children his age. Does the NYFL offer some sort of scholarship to attend there programs ? Megan. Halima, Megan. Decisions should come out end of April. A session on electrical engineering had one circuit board for the entire class, most students never even touched it. Even though I bought the travel insurance, it says they can keep your full tuition amount. But with my parents its mostly about the cost. A lot of intelligence and security work is grind work, plowing through reams of information in order to establish patterns. She of course is undecided where yet, she loves space and chemistry. I was kind of surprised and suspicious but I told my daughter if she wanted to participate in that program she needed to apply for the scholarship. You might find something close to you that costs a fraction of the price. Youth Leadership Consortium provides LA students an abundance of tips for college admission Anna Arutunian A College Prep Saturday participant plays an HSF trivia game, in which he had to spin the wheel and answer questions based on the categories. You can tell your mother it is NOT a scam, but it isnt as prestigious and exclusive as they make it sound either. Youth Leadership Consortium provides LA students an abundance of tips for college admission, , Associate Director from USC Admissions. Thank you for adding so much information to the discussion. Colleges like to see students develop their interests. All students must be registered in order to participate. Of course, you know your son best. I dont really care about looking good on college resumes because I try to do a bunch of stuff outside of school for that. NYLF spends more on marketing and promotion than most of the university-based programs which is why you hear more about it. You are the best judge of what is appropriate for your daughter. This is not a scam, but this program is no more recognized than other organized summer-camp program. I know for a fact that my parents cannot afford it. She spent one week in Wyoming for Girl Scout camp and two weeks away at debate camp. Megan, I recently went to the prpgram in San Francisco. Im sorry to hear you had a bad experience. We were terribly disappointed in the staff, content of material taught, supervision, quality of kids and quality of teachers. Wishing you the best! Extra over-time, long weekends, teaching BJJ personals & IT work. Thanks! Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. They were horrible. While it sounded like a pretty great opportunity, all of these replies to your article are making me nervous. I think I will wait for now until he is older. What are some other programs besides this that cost less? My friend told me about NSLC, national student leadership conference, you should check it out. You might seek out opportunities in your area to become more involved in the field volunteering, speaking with people in your future career path and seeking their advice. Or volunteering at the hospital. Thoughts? I loved it, but all the things they said they would do Why? I know every student is different, but 11 is still young. The Truth Behind "Exclusive" Summer Leadership Programs. I agree that the national security program is unique and not something as easily replicated by students in their home towns. I am assuming at least half of my grade got one but just want to be sure. Such as if it would be something out of my league to attend to or not. We just received a letter in the mail for our 11 year old son. Megan. My daughter is in the 3rd grade and she has been invited to this NYLF. Still, the BBB rating doesnt seem to reflect the user comments on the site (https://www.bbb.org/washington-dc-eastern-pa/business-reviews/lecture-and-seminar-bureaus/envision-emi-in-washington-dc-7001305/reviews-and-complaints). Hell be attending in March 2016. Any one have thoughts? I received a letter for medicine in the mail today. The materials said it would be held at the University of Berkeley campusit wasnt. Melissa, The main difference between the two is that subsidized loans require the government to pay interest while a student is in school and unsubsidized loans have students pay the interest themselves. I am a junior and just got this invite for the National Youth Leadership Forum: Engineering & Technology and am wondering how many people get them! Transportation to and from home and the program location is NOT included in tuition. That is a lot of money. Maybe you participated in something else that indicated you might be interested in their pre-law program. Is he or she the one to jump into new experiences and ask questions even in a large group? I applied this year, but I havent really found much information about the program. I would never let her leave the state so I appreciate they hold it in many states at many major colleges A College Prep Saturday participant plays an HSF trivia game, in which he had to spin the wheel and answer questions based on the categories. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. I got a letter saying I have been invited to one of their programs. Its all about money. I hope you get back soon. It is best to do your homework to make sure the student will get the credit and education out of any program you invest. You decide if it is the right program for you after comparing it to other opportunities. Not offered now. You will make alot of friends and its up to you to stay in touch with the. Have you expressed an interest in going into medicine in the past? If the latter, also fantastic, because he wont be wasting our money at college studying for a Security career that hell later discover he doesnt really want! Good Morning, a student of mine (10th grader) brought me his letter of acceptance to the National Youth Leadership Forum: Engineering, questioning if it would be worth it. This will be our first year. The first is that anyone can nominate anyone to attend and there are no selection criteria for getting in, other than a parent writing a check. I want families to know they have options. Yes, it is a nice to recognize top students. This is a nice program, but it isnt going to set you apart more than any other summer program / camp. Those principles include: Turn values, beliefs, and emotions into action Show generosity and honesty to others Demonstrate personal commitment Empower others Work together Maintain civility Think critically about societal issues A list of children attending, what an invasion of privacy. Megan. Our son has grown up hearing their stories, at least the ones they are permitted to tell, and hes always been interested. All the price includes is housing, onsite meals, instruction, supervisory personnel, program materials, all forum materials, and private motor coach transportation during the forum according to my invitation. I think that it would be a great experience for anyone who got nominated and is thinking about going. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Im a junior and I got a letter in the mail today for the NYLF Law & CSI program, and I havent necessarily seen any bad experiences regarding it. I cant believe Im actually asking a question. My package actually says to call within 24 hours. The workshops were all dissimilar; each grade level got to learn from two different workshops. Youth Leadership Institute (YLI) The deadline to submit your YLI 2023 application is on Friday, February 24, 2023, 5:00 PM Pacific Time (PT). I still talk to them. They are asking for a tuition of $1,700, which sounds awfully high. It says its partners with College Board, Wells Fargo, Jack Kent Cookie Foundation, American Indian College Fund, etc. What are the differences and which would be more beneficial? I think the NYLF programs offer interesting opportunities. I guess you dont want to spend your summer with a bunch of 17 year olds. Required fields are marked *. What if hes not interested in the medical or CSI portions? Megan, Thanks Megan! I have a son who is 11 and I would NOT send his to one of these programs at his age. I am always looking for ways to provide beneficial opportunities for students. If this doesnt work out, I still want to do something with medicine this summer. We discussed a question very similar to this on The College Prep Podcast this week. What is the best way to locate these programs, through the universities directly. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-college-prep-podcast/id909682404?mt=2, http://collegepreppodcast.com/2015/01/increasing-act-scores-learning-disabilities-math-best-summer-camps/, http://www.engineeringedu.com/store/index.php?route=information/information&information_id=19, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Envision_EMI, http://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/19/education/edlife/leadership-t.html, https://www.bbb.org/washington-dc-eastern-pa/business-reviews/lecture-and-seminar-bureaus/envision-emi-in-washington-dc-7001305/reviews-and-complaints, Unexpected College Rejection & What You Can Do About It, Junior Year:What You Need to Know for the ACT / SAT, Personal Experience with 7th Grade Duke TIP, What Calculators Are Allowed on the ACT: Common Mistakes to Avoid. Is National Youth Leadership Forum legit? They base nominations on what exactly? Our goal at Envision by WorldStrides is to help students grow as people by developing independence, leadership, problem-solving skills, worldliness, and maturity. Well, that comment didnt age well, did it? Based on the questions in my in-box, I guess it is that time of year againtime for letters notifying students of their nomination for National Youth Leadership Forum programs and the summer experiences you can elect to join. Its $2,500 and he couldnt really answer some good questions such as.. what will they be doing during down time? Would be nice to here from someone whos child actually attended. Hi Shannon, Im considering this for my 9 year old son. Yes, it is not as special as they make it seem. I am not interested in gaining prestige, just experience and a fun week filled with learning. It was at San Francisco State, week-long, $2000 for the class, and over $1000 for a hotel (didnt want him in the dorms for a week). Maybe a good start for most people would be to get in contact with families on this list and ask them personally about their experience. The Stolen Heir A new Elfhame experience, Animation studios should follow in Arcanes footsteps. They are both for advanced medicine, as opposed to regular medicine. Ella, Ella, I would like to be able to do it but Im not sure if its worth it for a freshman to learn all this at once and Im also worried about the cost. Their is an FAQ section for students on their main page. The letter makes it seem as if NYLF is the only way your child can receive this type of recognition and enrichment. Hi! Im just very overwhelmed and confused about the opportunity. BUT, there are many other programs out there with similar activities and different costs. She mentioned the sponsors of this event, which included Wells Fargo bank, the American Indian College Fund, the College Board and APIA Scholars to name a few. Im a sophomore and I got one of these in the mail yesterday and Ive been reading about the program online. Competitive advantage? First, National Youth Leadership Forum (NYLF) programs are legitimate. Being 11 years old were a little skeptical of it. 2 yr. ago I messaged them and they said they would most likely release admission decisions by next week 4 level 2 If my son were interested in the Medical field, or the Engineering field, for example, you can bet Id be contacting my local hospitals and local engineering college for opportunities for high school students. Once I searched about it online, I got conflicting reports about it. not to me, anyway I agree with the term solicitation. Yes. There will be plenty of time as your daughter grows up for her to participate in programs like this. He would still need to attend, its not like he can pick and choose what hes interested in. We need bright minds like yours, Trujillo said. Once I got notice I was unsure, though she was dying to go. Anna Arutunian, Yearbook Section EditorDecember 9, 2019. Im glad you had such a great experience. There are obvious differences in the programs, and I would not even consider the regular. Really hesitant about the whole thing. Im also worried about spending all of this money only to change my mind about what I want to do later. Put succinctly, Envision EMI is very slick, very clever company with marginal ethics that has found a niche in capitalizing and exploiting on the close and trusting relationship between parents, students, and teachers. I went to this last summer and it was nice for engineering. Do a lot of research before making any decisions. A program similar to NYLF is the National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC). Thanks for the advice!! Perhaps this isnt really an appropriate question, but I must ask: Are there special incentives for local high schools for promoting this to students? The NYLF programs are not bad, but they are financially out of reach for many. Are parents allowed to come with the students? My parents dont mind, but I told them they shouldnt waste it (because of the situation we are in). Megan. Another great summer opportunity is to create your own opportunities, which shows even greater initiative. Says in the future. however the mother in me set back in and couldnt help but ask why? Id encourage you to find other camps for your son ones you can comfortably afford. With that said, the program is the only I found that will be local enough for her age group. Im a sophomore in high school. it's legitimately a program, but it's also a profit making enterprise, extremely expensive and not worth your while. that seemed a little strange like if you were invited then there would be space for you already reserved?? More so feeding on people who want the best for their child. I agree. Have here been good reviews from students that have gone? Junior Aline Tran from Burbank High School personally recommends. [Update: We discuss the National Youth Leadership Forum programs and other options on the January 26, 2015 episode of The College Prep Podcast. Listen on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-college-prep-podcast/id909682404?mt=2) to episode 27 or listen here: http://collegepreppodcast.com/2015/01/increasing-act-scores-learning-disabilities-math-best-summer-camps/ By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. YLI is a free, college empowerment program for high achieving Latino high school juniors, held virtually and at two top universities across the US. I would absolutely love to go, but it is nearly $3,000, which with my parents divorcing, we cant afford. 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