Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Dont waste your time or money on NYLF. Thanks. My son is now a sophomore, we can drive to DC and has an interest in National Security/Military. You can find many other enriching programs at a fraction of the cost. Ive had clients attend the government program and security programs and find them worthwhile. She had a great time, but not every 14 year old is ready to be away in that type of environment. If this doesnt work out, I still want to do something with medicine this summer. I have yet to hear any positive feedback on the STEM program. I was wondering if I should try to attend or if it's even worth my time. You will have a lot of opportunities to attend programs like this in high school, so dont worry that this will be your only opportunity. Then a couple of days later one of my students pulled out a packet and showed it to me. We went to Pier 39 in San Francisco. I honestly really would like the opportunity to attend to those, but dont know how it will be possible. Also, was wondering I got nominated and does everyone get one or is it an honor to be nominated? Colleges and summer programs can get a list of all students with above average math scores or top scores overall. I have been nominated for both the National Youth Leadership Forum and The National Student Leadership Conference. So this isnt your only chance. I am curious though, do you know anything about the NSLC one? It is best to do your homework to make sure the student will get the credit and education out of any program you invest. 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. It absolutely ticks me off because those 2000 dollars couldve been used for something else my poor family couldve liked lmao but seriously @PinkScholar12. Understand that this is just one of many options for your student. They will also know that you arent turning down what might be an amazing experience only because of the cost. The National Youth Leadership Forum markets itself as a program exclusively for top students. All the juniors were taught basic elements of financial aid. Special thanks to The University of Chicago #UChicago for serving as our host campus. One of the pages urged us to call within 48 hours to confirm receipt of the invite so we would not lose our spot should we decide to enroll. Bad costumer service! I agree that the national security program is unique and not something as easily replicated by students in their home towns. When the people called me it was much more of a sales pitch than anything else. Its a lot of money for a weeks experience, a bit over $2000, but in the end, we bit the bullet. But I can say that I agree that they can feed of of the parent & childs desire to attend the program thinking that it will enrich them. What does the national student leadership conference entail? 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. I read through everything. Such as if it would be something out of my league to attend to or not. I know every student is different, but 11 is still young. Ive worked in public schools and never saw any incentive to promote this program. As I understood it does not worth that money. A session on electrical engineering had one circuit board for the entire class, most students never even touched it. My parents can afford it, but should I do it? Will this summer program truly benefit my experience with law and will being a part of it look great on college applications? These programs benefit sophomores as well as juniors and seniors. Im in 4th grade and I just got a letter from the NYLF . And I am glad that I have read your comments. When I clicked on the scholarship link, it said in the near future. Congratulations! In the end, I would never have spent this kind of money if my son were younger. Try searching for summer programs for students at some of the state universities in your area. For more than 30 years, Envision has worked to help students discover their passions, explore careers, and make a difference in their communities. Winter Formal 2023: Love is in the air at Clark, Your email address will not be published. I recently received an email from the Youth Leadership Consortium inviting me to apply for the Young Leaders Summit. Bottom line, highly underwhelming. This includes community service, extracurriculars and clubs. Thought it was a scam right away when the first letter said to the parents of Candice. Transportation varies by program, so please check on the details for your specific session. We were terribly disappointed in the staff, content of material taught, supervision, quality of kids and quality of teachers. You can attain either through scholarships or grants, both of which do not require you to pay back. Are we stuck and not able to cancel? Megan. My daughter also received a letter that she was nominated to participate in the NYLF Explore STEM She was very excited that someone at her school (I think) nominated her for the program. This will be our first year. Theres no way I could go without one. I have a son who is 11 and I would NOT send his to one of these programs at his age. It did come with a local list of children who attended last summer. It seems legit tbh because its soonsored by a lot of credible organizations- one being Uchicago. We chose to not do the residential camp due to her age. that seemed a little strange like if you were invited then there would be space for you already reserved?? Ive been reading a lot about the programs offered. Id encourage you to find other camps for your son ones you can comfortably afford. I received a letter, but Im a freshman in high school, and I havent taken my SAT, ACT or any test like this. From time to time we would receive nomination forms soliciting names and contact information. It is very expensive; but she raised money to help with the costs. In retrospect, I think I gained maybe 10%-20% benefit from this experience. Although he talks to my advisor, who is trying to help me pick a career and knows about my thoughts on the subject, it still seems kind of odd. My mother thinks its a scam and doesnt want anything to do with it. I recently received an email from YLC asking to apply for a free 5-day college-prepping summit for HS students at USC. Written by Megan Dorsey on September 17, 2012. ACT? Megan. I have had students attend these programs in the past and enjoy them. thanks!! Im always the first to be able to tell something is a scam and the amount of money my parents waste on me should not rise anymore, but the NYLF for Engineering (a career path I am not sure if I really find interest in anymore , but I circle on the SAT anyway) is in San Francisco and I would love to go there without parents even if its a scam. So what everyone here agreed on is that if the program cost less, it would be an awesome experience for students. I dont care about the money, I just want to know if the residential program is safe. We need bright minds like yours, Trujillo said. We visited the Berkeley main campus. Megan. Is this a motivator for teachers? But.. it was lego stuff (not to mention drag coding to make the thing go.. that kinda defeats the purpose). Whatever you decide to do, I wish you the best of luck! What this means is that colleges analyze what classes a certain high school has to offer and compare those classes to the ones the applicant took, in order to determine whether or not the applicant has a good enough work ethic and strive for challenge to go to their college. My daughter is in the 3rd grade and she has been invited to this NYLF. Yeah, that's pretty close to what I had figured. Im just very overwhelmed and confused about the opportunity. I told my mother i did not want to do it because of the price. because it is not offered for the NYLF program. Megan. Is it worthwhile for that age group? This is why I have a difficult time advising families on the NYLF programs some students have an amazing experience while others find it a waste of time. 6 people in my school (elementary, middle, and high school) got nominated, so I think that it is pretty exclusive. First, National Youth Leadership Forum (NYLF) programs are legitimate. I also applied this year and didnt get anything back. What is the difference between the medicine program and the advanced medicine and health care program? I have known students in the past who have participated and loved it. This is the first time Ive heard of the call within 48 hours part. My situation is very similar. We would love for him to attend but wonder if it would be better for him to wait until he is older. Not offered now. The wall on the left of the massive gym boasted painted blue and white and sports displays, the majority of them being because of basketball. Megan. There will be many more opportunities in the future. Pre-College Issues Summer Programs reagbeag December 15, 2018, 4:07am #1 I received an email today saying that I have been "identified as a competitive applicant" for the Young Leaders Summit (YSL), which is presented by the Youth Leadership Consortium. One of my friends received a letter for medicine and I received one for advanced medicine and health care So I was just wondering is the advanced based on accademic performance and more competitive than the medicine program offered? I, too, find the $2000 cost high, especially for a 4th grader. My 9 year old received the packet for the Chicago based one also. you can also receive scholarships for community efforts and grades! We went to Stanford. My package actually says to call within 24 hours. Any update on what your son thought about the program? I just dont want to waste time and money on something with minimal impact on me. If your execting fun and games then this isnt the program for you. This summer she is participating in a Girl Scout Destination program where she can study at the Teton Science Center and camp in Yellowstone (about $750 including travel.) There are fewer programs that are free or almost free, but some do exist. It was very educational. Yes, it is a nice to recognize top students. The program will probably have the word leadership in its name, and the invitation to apply will most . The registration fee is $1,000 per student. I agree; that does sound strange. YLI is a free, college empowerment program for high achieving Latino high school juniors, held virtually and at two top universities across the US. Fergusons advice about grades and AP classes in this context is to do the best that you can do in the environment that you are in. Additionally, colleges want to see that an applicant is involved in their school, involved in their community and taking leadership roles. Our goal at Envision by WorldStrides is to help students grow as people by developing independence, leadership, problem-solving skills, worldliness, and maturity. I hope you get back soon. Will it provide me with any type of competitive edge for college or a career in medicine in the future? Its $2,500 and he couldnt really answer some good questions such as.. what will they be doing during down time? The Stolen Heir A new Elfhame experience, Animation studios should follow in Arcanes footsteps. Thats quite a bit of money. NCCEP recommends that a representative from each GEAR UP grant be responsible for submitting one application for all students. You would be more cooperative if you took challenging science classes at school and earned good grades. Says in the future. Thanks for the warning! You can start listening at 22:20 to hear me and my co-host, Gretchen Wegner, discuss the NYLF programs and the benefits and drawbacks. Transportation to and from home and the program location is NOT included in tuition. I was quite proud of myself, but was confused as to how these people found out about me and my personal information. Participants organize to keep the carceral systempolicing, jail, and state supervision out of youth's lives; promote system change for the issues that matter to them; and give young people a platform to use their voices. Call NYLF and ask about the program you are considering. Columbia University in New York City. Which in my mind makes it a scam. My daughter (3rd) grade was nominated for this summer program. The letter makes it seem as if NYLF is the only way your child can receive this type of recognition and enrichment. I got the NSLC later in the mail a couple days ago and I was pretty excited. Im pretty sure Im a bit late to the party, but anyway, this program is legitimate, and not a scam. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Oh, and the low monthly payments range from 500 to 800 dollars a month. I got nominated and my mom thinks it too much just for one child.1,970$. We will find less expensive, age appropriate activities for him in our area. My parents dont mind, but I told them they shouldnt waste it (because of the situation we are in). Any summer program should be part of an overall pattern of activity. (starts at about 22:20 minutes) 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/ So I have no idea if youre still reading these or not but recently I have received one of their offers in my mail. February 22The Stolen Heir A new Elfhame experience, February 16Animation studios should follow in Arcanes footsteps, February 16Mysterious and Spooky Wednesday Addams. My son just got invited for stem but I dont see ft lauderdale . Julia, Thank you so much. But this seems like a great program that I could definitely benefit from. Dont do it, it is too expensive. It doesnt seem worth the high cost. Required fields are marked *. Also how hard is it to get a scholarship? Do think its worth $2000 for me to go to this program in the summer of 2016? Youth Leadership Consortium provides LA students an abundance of tips for college admission, , Associate Director from USC Admissions. When he is older the on campus programs offered by different universities (or Duke TIP) might be something for you to consider. The Truth Behind "Exclusive" Summer Leadership Programs. (Her Fields) But I did some investigating and found both sources to not be worth the paper they are printed on. But then I did some research online and figured out its really just a glorified marketing campaign. That is a lot of money. YOUTH CONSORTIUM. 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 . 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. WISH ALL YOU GOOD LUCK AND I WILL LET YOU KNOW HOW MY GRADDAUGHTER ENJOYS HER JOURNEY. But, I think my father would be a little hesitant, so I was wondering if you could suggest some other medical summer programs that might be last about a month or longer and would be at UCLA or Ivy Leagues? I met many new friends who I plan on keeping contact with for many years to come. Megan. I have the same concerns about the money and travel (unfortunately we dont live close enough, its about a 6-7 hour drive) which I am willing to do but just want to make sure its worth the money and time. AND MAKE SURE YOU NETWORK!! Yeah, that's pretty close to what I had figured. Junior Gabriela Guevara from Franklin High School has not decided what she would like to major in yet, but is interested in psychology. Hi, Im Thanaphat so it seems legit and they arent asking for money but I cant find any info on the web. 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. 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. I understand the cost, and my family is prepared to shell out the cash. My 3rd grader got this in the mail today. If one can participate in a two-week college program for the same price, he or she will also gain an appreciation for dorm and college life. Unfortunately, there isnt a clear answer. Best of luck to your and your stepdaughter as you worth through these options. Im also worried about spending all of this money only to change my mind about what I want to do later. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I am interested in their forensic programs but I was wondering if one program had an advantage over the other? As it happens, both my husbands father and my father were in military intelligence fields during their service days. Is this program actually legitimate? This would be my daughters first time away for that long and not being with family. not to me, anyway We also built a replica zipline. I think after reading all of these comments and the original article I will shop around for something closer to home he can participate in. The event was free and bilingual for all Hispanic families who spoke Spanish better than they did English. Im in 6th grade and I just started middle school. The two types of financial aid are merit-based aid (money that you earn) and need-based aid (money that you are unable to acquire). I think we will pass. Id love to hear from anyone who has sent their elementary age child. We covered this topic in this weeks College Prep Podcast episode (starts about minute 22:20.) I AM ALSO A MOM OF THREE GROWN KIDS WHO ARE WELL EDUCATED AND NOW HAVE WODERFUL JOBS AND FINANCIAL SECURITY At that age, I would look for other enrichment opportunities in your community. Megan. My name is Michael, Im a sophomore, and I was wondering if youre sure the letters are not a scam. Then I seen the price of the program and I couldnt help but think how in the world will I be able to come up with all that money!? Worth the price? The two programs cost roughly the same, and after reading some of these comments, it seems to me that the NYLF program is what you make of it. I know that my son has been interested in the security and intelligence field for pretty much his whole life, and I know that he now has the mental maturity to ask pertinent questions, and to network not only with his peers, but with the adults at the seminar. Your high school guidance counselor can also be an invaluable resource; counselors often get the most up-to-date information about educational opportunities in your area- some at no cost to you! 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. Their is an FAQ section for students on their main page. It was worth it for what I wanted to do, but now they wont stop bothering me about other nylf programs that I have no interest in. Cant afford that. just not something I am willing to chance. That is awesome of you and congrats! I wouldnt spend that type of money on this type of program for him. ANY comments about experiences with the Law program will be more than greatly appreciated. Megan. What did your son think about the program now that he attended? He is a little bit shy and I am nervous about him being away in a city with people he doesnt know. I have been reading on the programs to see other peoples views on it and if it s really worth breaking the bank. Doing and leading though the volunteer work you have already begun will be more impactful. The discussion begins around 22:20 minutes. Suddenly being included now that I have talked to the staff feels like an insult and this program looks like one that caters exclusively to those with extra money to burn. @Seventeencarat If there is no info to be found online, that should mark a HUGE RED FLAG. That certainly qualifies as a scam to me. Personally, I have never heard of this before, but programs with these big flashy names like Youth Leadership Consortium or National Youth Leadership Forum all tend to be pay 2 play scam programs. Cecilia, Look into opportunities through community groups or area religious groups. Ive tried googling them and nothing comes up and their website is blocked by my school. Id love to hear about your childs experience with the program. I think it depends on the person. The STEM officials have yet to respond to concerns I raised to them about camp. Between the very high tuition and very over the top letter (repeating how prestigious it is in every paragraph), its a hard pass. As much as she want to go and I think it would be a great experience for her. Megan, Hi, Ive emailed them 20 times a month and called twice in one week to tell them I wasnt interested but they do not listen. I think the NYLF programs offer interesting opportunities. Can you please let us know what your son thought of this? Id love to hear your sons thoughts once hes completed the program. Contact Information 1919 Gallows Rd Ste 700 Vienna, VA 22182-4007 Get Directions Visit Website Email this Business (703) 214-0973 Want a quote from this business? There was a lecture on applying to college which I found incredibly helpful. You are the best judge of what is appropriate for your daughter. Hi, Youth Leadership Programs | National Student Leadership Conference Reach your leadership potential, explore your career options & live life on a college campus with our exclusive youth leadership programs. We were told 24 hours to notify them, Iam so glad I saw all these comments, I think I d rather gas up my car and spend the $$$ on visiting museums & historical sights over the summer instead. I have a third grader. Id really prefer to find something at a local college that is more geared towards his interests, not just a set curriculum that the kids follow. As with most things, its how much you put into the experience. I am a freshman and I received a letter in the mail yesterday and Im wondering if you think the medicine program is something that someone of my age is ready for. I would never let her leave the state so I appreciate they hold it in many states at many major colleges Sure, @justwanttopass its https://ylc.hsfts.net/yls-application Im glad your program was good. We just received a letter in the mail for our 11 year old son. Theyre overprotective and i was wondering if someone could answer that question. Further, the programs are run by a for-profit company, called Envision EMI. Id have to stay in a hotel for a week also because I cant fathom the idea of dropping her off and leaving her 8 hours away for a week. Megan. Anyone who is currently a high school student can register for and attend an NYLF program. my son is going to go in June after reading these comments Im a bit taken back. Ill let you know if I do find something. Best wishes for success in your degree program. I agree with the term solicitation. Its very clever: the nomination itself makes the student feel great (and it should). My 13 year old daughter was nominated by her teacher, as were several other kids in our charter schools middle school program. Ill let you know what his thoughts of the seminar was when he completes it! I actually got accepted into the summit this year and I cant wait! Megan Junior Aline Tran from Burbank High School personally recommends fastweb.com as a useful website for easy access and guidance to scholarships. or listen here: http://collegepreppodcast.com/2015/01/increasing-act-scores-learning-disabilities-math-best-summer-camps/ Press J to jump to the feed. Do not waste your money. Yes. Do you know any other programs? You and your son can wait a few years and still have plenty of opportunities. It will be more cooperative if you were invited then there would be something out of students... 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