The West Virginia Sheriffs’ Youth Leadership Academy is an annual, 6-day residential summer program for teenage citizens from throughout the State. The Academy seeks to deter risk-taking behavior patterns by introducing the participants to recreation alternatives and educating them on the negative consequences of drugs, alcohol, and violence. The Academy provides our youth with the leadership skills necessary for them to go back to their home communities and help others deal with these challenges. The Academy also encourages participation in citizenship activities and teaches responsibility. The Academy does require a certain amount of physical activity during the week. However…The Academy is for mainstream youth and is NOT a juvenile “boot camp”.
The Academy offers a challenging, educational, and fun summer camp experience!! Academy Staff The Academy staff consists of Sheriffs, Deputies, community volunteers, and other staff. The staff includes both women and men. Emergency medical personnel are also at the Academy throughout the week. Each first time participant, or cadet, becomes part of a “district” under the guidance and leadership of junior and senior counselors who have previously attended the Academy. Boys and girls stay in separate areas with other cadets, counselors & staff. Dates & Location The 2021 WV Sheriffs’ Youth Leadership Academy is scheduled for July 11-16, 2021 and will be held at West Liberty University (Ohio County) West Virginia. Participants arrive after lunch on Sunday, July 11th, and depart for home in the evening on Friday, July 16th. A graduation ceremony ends the Academy week on Friday. Eligibility & Fees All applicants must be enrolled in either a West Virginia public or private school. First time applicants, or cadets, must be completing the 8th grade and expected to be entering the 9th grade in the Fall of 2021. The Academy is open to both male and female students who qualify in accordance with the WV State Board of Education Extracurricular Activities Participation Rule. Cadets must have attained at least a 2.0 on their most recent grade card. The fee, which covers the entire week of activities, food, lodging and t-shirts is $75.00 for each camper. Application The application to attend the 2021 WV Sheriffs’ Youth Leadership Academy can be found below, by clicking the “Camp Application 2021”. The application period is now active. DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS IS MONDAY, MAY 17, 2021! Applications postmarked after that date will not be accepted. Incomplete applications will not be considered and false information will cause applications to be rejected. PLEASE make sure your mailing address, email address and phone numbers are accurate and used. We will be communicating with you regarding your acceptance and other information by email, so make sure it is one that’s active and one that you check regularly. Completed applications are to be sent to: Ohio County Sheriff Department Attn: Sheriff Howard 51 16th Avenue Wheeling, WV 26003 Or questions, Sheriff Howard at 304-234-3718. Click below link for the 2021 Youth Leadership Camp Application. Camp Application 2021 Comments are closed.
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