Maricopa County Teen Leadership Experience

Last year I discovered a wonderful FREE, self-directed, self-paced leadership program for my 12 yr old. 

Participants must be between the ages of 12-17 years old and reside in Maricopa County. Participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from selected activities.

In this program he really enjoyed volunteering at Teen Court. By attending a session of Teen Court, participants can learn about the juvenile justice system, Restorative Justice, and the kinds of consequences used in Juvenile Court. As part of this experience, participants will participate in real Teen Court hearings. 

He learned back-office skills at the Gilbert Career Center, worked animal control at the Maricopa Humane Society and took tours of different County organizations. The Maricopa Elections Department was one of my favorites. 

The main purpose of the MCLE program is to expose teenagers to different aspects of local government and community services. The program runs June and July and teens are expected to volunteer at least 10 hours of service among the various areas of the program. At the end of the program the teens are recognized with a small celebration and certificates of completion. 

Registration is now open. Follow the link, register for a orientation date/time, and watch your child enjoy the summer in a whole new way.

http://myhsd.maricopa.gov/mcle.aspx