The leadership academy will focus on several leadership skills including teamwork, motivating others, effective communication, decision making, values and ethics, time management and personal leadership styles. Students will also learn about the mission and vision of ALSF and how they can get involved to ensure that Alex’s legacy continues.
Students who are rising high school juniors and seniors can apply for the program. Please complete the application found on the Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation website. Applications must be received by April 5, 2012. We do anticipate a strong interest in this special opportunity so we encourage all students to apply early.
Just like Alex, who learned leadership skills along the way, the organizers of this program are looking for students who currently demonstrate leadership skills as well as those who have a strong desire to learn skills that will bring positive change to their schools and communities. First priority will be given to students who have worked with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation in the past.
The leadership academy takes place on the beautiful suburban campus of Villanova University, approximately 12 miles outside of Philadelphia. More information about this prestigious university can be found at www.villanova.edu.
The Philadelphia airport is located approximately 30 minutes from the campus of Villanova University. Individuals are responsible for making their own transportation arrangements to and from the airport. We will be scheduling a shuttle to take participants who will be arriving at the Philadelphia Airport to Villanova University.
Applications are due by April 5th (click here to register); participants will be notified by April 30th so they will have plenty of time to make arrangements. Upon acceptance into the program, participants will be sent a registration form as well as additional information and details about the program. Again, it is strongly encouraged to apply well before the deadline as we anticipate that this program will fill up quickly.
Students who are not selected for this year’s program will also be notified by April 30th.
Linen service is provided at Villanova, which consists of sheets, blanket, towels and a pillow. The residence halls are air-conditioned. There is no cable hook up or phone in the rooms. Participants are responsible for bringing their own toiletries and since the restrooms are common they may consider bringing a bucket or a way to transport their items to and from the restrooms.
Since we do spend time outdoors, we suggest bringing suntan lotion and athletic, cool and comfortable clothing. The attire for the week is comfortable and casual. Past participants have worn khaki shorts, golf shirts, t-shirts, etc.
Some participants will need to bring medication. We ask that you denote the need to bring medication on the application form and as well as how you would like the medication administered and stored.
Cell phone usage is permitted during free time. However, during organized activities and programming, cell phones must be on silent and usage is allowed only for emergencies.
Check in for the leadership academy participants is from 3 – 4pm on Monday, July 30, 2012. EARLIER CHECK IN WILL NOT BE PERMITTED. Participants will be notified in May for exact check in locations and directions. Check out for the academy will take place at 4pm on Thursday, August 2, 2012. All parents must be prepared to pick up their son or daughter at this time. If participants are flying in for the program, we recommend arranging for a flight time of 5:30pm or later on Thursday.
All overnight participants will reside in Villanova University residence halls. The residence halls are air-conditioned and accessed only through a security card. Each room involves a traditional set up with two twin beds, dresser and desk. Wings are organized by gender. There is a shared restroom on each floor with several showers.
There will be several resident leaders who will reside on the halls with the students. These leaders are university trained Resident Assistants (RAs) and have been educated for the position. In case of emergency or if a participant is in need of assistance, these individuals will be available throughout the night. Overnight staff to student ratio is typically 15:1.
Participants are provided three all-you-care-to-eat meals each day. All meals take place in the Dougherty Dining Hall where students have many options including several hot meal options, pizza, deli bar, salad bar, vegetation dishes, dessert bar including ice cream and unlimited beverages. In addition to the meals, students may choose to bring cash to purchase snacks outside of the meal time at the various universities eateries and/or vending machines.
If a participant is in need of medical care, the Bryn Mawr Hospital is approximately one and half miles away. In addition, there is an urgent care facility approximately two miles away that may be appropriate depending on the illness and the needs of the students. Villanova University also has a 24 hour emergency medical response team. The application requests medical insurance information be available in case of an emergency.
Residence Halls can only be accessed through a keycard which each participant will receive upon check in. In addition, campus security patrols the campus 24 hours a day.
Students are responsible for their room key and Wild Card which serves as their meal card. Students will be charged a $65 lost room key fee and a $15 lost Wild Card fee. Upon check in students are provided with a Villanova lanyard as a source to hold both items. Students are encouraged to wear the lanyard at all times to ensure that both are not lost!
The leadership academy ONLY accepts students that are excited to learn more about themselves, set goals, make a difference and be inspired. Demonstration of inappropriate behavior, use of cigarettes, drugs and alcohol are absolutely not permitted. A student will be removed immediately from the program and parents/guardians will need to arrange for transportation from the Villanova University campus.
There are some washing machines and dryers in the residence halls. Students will need to bring quarters for the service and purchase or bring detergent.
Our days are busy and you will need all the energy you can muster. Therefore, students are required to be in their rooms by 10pm and lights out at 11pm.
There are a few places on campus that you can access the internet but participants should be aware that time is limited and there is not much available for checking email, etc.
Cell phone usage is permitted during free time. However, during organized activities and programming, cell phones must be on silent and usage is allowed only for emergencies.
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