MidWest Leadership School
2009 for Youth

Way More Than Leadership

Experience a whole new level of Unitarian Universalism!

What is MidWest Leadership School

Midwest Leadership School is a weeklong intensive experience designed to engage participants in all aspects of leadership in a Unitarian Universalist faith community. This year we are pleased to offer Midwest Leadership School for Youth (ages 14-18) in tandem with our Adult School. It is designed to challenge and train self-selected Unitarian Universalist youth in three areas: Leadership Skills Development, Worship, and Religious Values & Heritage. This Leadership School is an intentional community and learning experience. It is not a camp or conference. It equips young UU's with a foundation that deepens their religious development and expands their ability to contribute, both in their UU community and beyond.

Sculpture on campus

Who Should Attend MWLS?

Students should be self-selected leaders, motivated to learn and engage. Youth entering grades 9-12 may attend; youth grades 10-11 are especially encouraged. Congregations sending adult students would especially benefit from sending youth!

When

July 19–25, 2009  (Sunday–Saturday)

• Plan to arrive between 2:00 and 3:30 p.m. of the first day for check-in and campus tours.
• Except in extraordinary circumstances late arrivals will not be admitted to school.
• Convene for dinner at 5:00 p.m. followed by orientation and gathering-in worship.
• Depart at noon on last day.

Where

Beloit College Campus Beloit, Wisconsin

MidWest Leadership School is held on the beautiful campus of Beloit College in southern Wisconsin. The turtle, which is the symbol for Beloit College, is also the symbol for MWLS. There are several sacred burial mounds on the campus. For many native American cultures, the turtle symbolizes the planet Earth and a combination of strength, persistence, and the need to stick your neck out to get somewhere!

Fees and Tuition

Tuition — Tuition is $295 per student. Tuition includes meals, room, and materials for the week.

Scholarships are available! Download a scholarship form and submit it by June 1.

• PDF form (print and send by postal mail)
• Word document (fill in and submit by email)

Registration Details

• Registrations are processed based on the date received.
• Space is limited. Get your application in early to reserve your space.
• Please notify the Registrar immediately in case of cancellation.
• No refunds after June 1, 2009 (barring extreme emergencies).
• If you have special dietary needs or food allergies please contact the registrar about your special needs.

Registration Procedure

Print an Application Form (PDF format) and submit it by postal mail.

Registrar

If you need to know more or have questions, contact Sherry Warren.

The Staffs of the MidWest Leadership Schools look forward to meeting you in Beloit next summer.