Youth Awards

The Youth Awards Committee is seeking nominees for the 2008 Youth Leadership Awards. The conference targets young students in two grade ranges: 6th to 8th and 9th to 12th. Two recipients from each grade range will receive a cash award in recognition of his/her scholastic achievements, leadership and community service. The recipients will receive their awards at the conference. Click here to download a copy of the Youth Award Application. Applications are due Friday, March 14, 2008.

Eligibility

• Must be Chicano/a, Mexicano/a, and Latino/a grades 6-12.
• Must be enrolled and in good standing in a public, private or alternative school.
• Must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5.
• Must be involved in school activities and activities in the community.

Essay Questions

Limit your answers to no more than a full sheet per question and attach to application. Please be sure to write clearly.

1. Describe your involvement in school activities and activities in your community. Address each point below.
   - How did you get started doing these activities?
   - Describe your role and why are you involved.
   - How long have you been involved in these activities?
   - What do you gain from participating in these activities?
   - How does the community benefit from your involvement in these activities?
2. How have you been a leader in your school or local community? Please describe in detail.
3. If you were to create a theme for our leadership conference, what would it be, and why?

If you have any questions regarding the Youth Awards, please contact Youth Awards Committee at (303) 556-6730 or . On behalf of La Raza Youth Leadership, thank you for assisting us in identifying students deserving of the award.