Rotary Youth Leadership

Awards

Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders

Rotary District 5150

www.ryla5150.orginfo@ryla5150.org

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RYLA Enterprise 2011 @ YMCA Point Bonita

Project of the Rotary Club of San Francisco Since 1984Serving students of Marin, San Francisco & San Mateo Counties

What is RYLA?

• Rotary's leadership training program for young adults that is offered by districts around the world.  

• RYLA’s main emphases are:1. Leadership2. Citizenship3. Personal Growth

RYLA According to R.I. .• Internationally, every RYLA shares the

following program objectives:1. To demonstrate Rotary’s respect and concern

for youth2. To providing youth with a valuable training

experience to encourage and assist young people in responsible and effective voluntary youth leadership

3. To foster continued and stronger leadership of youth by youth

4. To publicly recognize the many young people who are rendering service to their communities as youth leaders

Our Purpose

• Provide an experiential learning program for 10th and 11th graders in District 5150:o Leadership, teamwork, communication, skill

assessment, and goal setting techniqueso Education and career path developmento Business planning and presentation skillso Diverse, team-centered environmento Overnight experience away from home

Program Highlights

• Sponsored by Rotary Clubs in District 5150• All expenses-paid for students - including food,

lodging, instruction and fun • 3 Day Camp - Friday, Saturday, and Sunday• Training in leadership, communication, business,

and life skills• Build relationships with Rotary and

Rotaract counselors and volunteers• Opportunity for youth to interact and bond with

students from different schools, interests, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds

• Scholarship for two exceptional students

Camp Activities

• Leadership, Team Building and Communication Training

• Motivational Speakers• Ropes Challenge Course• Business Plan Development & Presentation• Personal Development through Creative Thinking

& Exploration• Discussions about the importance of community

service & opportunities with Rotary• New Friends & Fun!

Mike Walsh Team Building

Leadership, Communication,

Skill Analysis, Creative Thinking

Leadership, Communication,

Strategic Thinking, Goal Setting &

Healthy Risk Taking

Ropes Challenge Course

Leadership, Communication, Public Speaking, Business

Analysis, Organization, Time Management & Skill

Assessment

Business Plan Presentation

Team Assistants (T.A.s)

Team Assitants (T.A.s) facilitate the weekend’s activities and discussions

• 8-12 students with 2 T.A.s or “Parents”

• Evokes a sense of trust, bonding, and reliability. The families are safe space to share past experiences, current triumphs and struggles, and future dreams.

“They were really my family for the weekend & I loved them & felt comfortable.” – Fujiyama Family Member

RYLA 2011

Family Structure

Benefits to Students

• Improved leadership, teamwork and presentation skills

• Improved education and career awareness • Connection with Rotary and the importance of

community service• Improved student resumes as college

admissions look for RYLA• 2 College Scholarships – for Leadership &

Service Above Self• New friendships across the Bay Area

Benefits to District & Clubs

• RYLA touches 3 Avenues of Service: Community Service, Vocational Service and New Generations

• Increases fellowship and collaboration between Rotary, Rotaract, & Interact

• Inspires young individuals to become more service minded, business savvy, & well rounded

• Introduces youth to Rotary & the opportunity to become future members

Rotary District 5150

RYLA Enterprise 2011 @ YMCA Point Bonita

RYLA campers have gone on to become Rotary members. It is an amazing opportunity to build lasting bonds between members and clubs that transcend generational & geographic boundaries.

This Year’s RYLA

• April 5-7, 2013 • Location: Westminster Woods in

Occidental• For more information, pictures & videos

about the venue & challenge course, visit: www.westminsterwoods.org/

Goals For This Year

• 100-125 students at RYLA• District-wide club participation

• Including student sponsorship & contributions toward programs

• Planning & Outreach• Volunteering at the event• Mix of Rotaractor & Rotarians T.A.s (20 - 24)

How Can You and Your Club Support RYLA?

• Invest in Students: Financial Support• Sponsor students ($350 per student)

• Secure business sponsorships for RYLA

• Send funds to contribute towards general program costs or scholarships

• Make checks to: Rotary Club of San Francisco - Rotary Service, Inc.

How Can You and Your Club Support RYLA?

• As a Club• Identify a RYLA liaison in your club to coordinate

efforts

• Volunteer to help plan and/or participate in camp

• Identify and encourage future-minded 10th - 11th grade students with leadership potential in your area to apply online

• Honor RYLA campers at your meeting after camp

How Can You and Your Club Support RYLA?

• Join the Planning Committee• Fundraising, Rotary Outreach, School Outreach,

Student Registration, Website, Social Media, Materials, etc.

• Volunteer at RYLA• T.A, Photographer, Videographer, Camp Medic,

Business Plan Judge, Bus Greeter, General Coordinator

• Visit RYLA & show your support!

More Information

Visit us at www.ryla5150.org

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RYLA 2011 Video “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough”

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards

THANK YOU ROTARY!For RYLA brochures, flyers, and online applications go to www.rotary5150.org

For more information email info@ryla5150.org