I have a son who is 11 and I would NOT send his to one of these programs at his age. The curriculum looks interesting for a highschooler. Based on what youve heard and seen do you think its worth it? I just received an invitation to the NYLF medical program. We also built a replica zipline. Hank, Its $2,500 and he couldnt really answer some good questions such as.. what will they be doing during down time? Learn how your comment data is processed. That is local for us and Would love it. First, National Youth Leadership Forum (NYLF) programs are legitimate. Theyll probably give out flight tickets closer to the date. Juniors specifically listened to the Strategic Application Process, describing the ins and outs of submitting college applications, and Funding Your Future, which was an in-depth look at how to attain enough money for college, as well as additional information about financial aid. Megan. Competitive advantage? We just got the letter stating my son is nominated for the NYLF Pathways to STEM Summer program. Heres the other thing- I received the letter in the mail yesterday afternoon informing us of the nomination and the scholarship deadline is tomorrow! Though you say above it is not a scam, I think it borders on such for the younger age groups. I feel likejust save the $2000 and put it into a college savings account for her. Hi Everyone, Did you take the SAT? Yeah, that's pretty close to what I had figured. HI Megan, How can we provide that information to a young person that might be interested in entering the field someday? or listen here: http://collegepreppodcast.com/2015/01/increasing-act-scores-learning-disabilities-math-best-summer-camps/ How do the kids transport from housing to class? The NYLF programs are fun and enriching. Has nothing to do with being or feeling special.. Thank you so much. The discussion begins around 22:20 minutes. Is there anyway theres a better payment plan than the one they offer?? (They never release your exact score.) My sons letter indicated he was nominated by his teacher, but she did not do so. I hadnt heard from anyone in the engineering / technology program before; Ive heard mixed reviews about the law and medical programs. I guess I will most likely be not attending. There are so many other wonderful summer programs out there. It is probably a more accurate description. Im glad your program was good. Also, was wondering I got nominated and does everyone get one or is it an honor to be nominated? Hi! I just got a letter from NYLF: Engineering and Technology and I was extremely excited because I was just about to start researching camps. Im assuming its for the flight information. Envision EMI understands this perfectly, and relies on parents genuine delight in being nominated to entice parents to spend far more money than they should on the program. I want to if that program offers grants or scholarship of some kind to maybe students who do not have the benefit like others. I remember a girl in my group who couldnt spell nurse. Really?? My son attended the STEM camp this summer. Is there any worth of going? I cant find any complaints about the safety. YOUTH CONSORTIUM. We visited the Berkeley main campus. Ive had many students over the years attend the summer programs and I think they can be great enrichment experiences for students, but I would encourage you to shop around. The materials said it would be held at the University of Berkeley campusit wasnt. A session on electrical engineering had one circuit board for the entire class, most students never even touched it. You are completely right. Partner Supporter Our Programs San Francisco 6 Marin 6 San Mateo 10 Merced 5 Fresno 18 Eastern Coachella Valley 3 Long Beach 8 Statewide 5 Madera 4 0 Upcoming Events Featured Stories Exploring The Real Creator of Hispanic Heritage Month One Year After His Death Heres a website with lots of California engineering camps to get you started: http://www.engineeringedu.com/store/index.php?route=information/information&information_id=19 She will be disappointed but I think she will understand. Envision provided a great experience for my child. From time to time we would receive nomination forms soliciting names and contact information. The program is fun and impactful, but students especially love the people they meettrainers, GEAR UP staff, and other students. All have the potential to provide amazing experiences or terrible ones depending on the student and the circumstances. On the positive side, Ive had students attend these programs and leave feeling more motivated about their future plans. The trouble is, Im 31 years old! Cookie Notice A plethora of YLS alumni say that the experience is life-changing, and that it gives students more confidence. What was your childs experience and what were your opinions of everything? However, regionally, I am in an area with no good places to have a hands on experience like this. I know every student is different, but 11 is still young. Megan, My granddaughter receive letter today in mail about program she very interest in attending dont have funds to attend is there assistance for low income families. I would be the first person in my family to get a degree and be a doctor, Tran said when asked about how important it is for her to go to college. Being open to all students is fine, of course, but the problem is that the company sells the camps as a special honor to the best students, implying that not everyone can get in or will be selected. In the end, it was my sons interest in the program that convinced us. I cant believe Im actually asking a question. It is best to do your homework to make sure the student will get the credit and education out of any program you invest. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Dont go UNLESS you can guarantee this programs credibility. I hope he has a great time. Shannon. We just received the same packet and on one of the forms I says flight not included. The restless sun shined brightly down onto the equally restless morning coming up. Hi, late last year I received a nomination to NYLF: Engineering and Technology. As long as you know there are other enrichment opportunities out there, I dont have any complaints about the NYLF programs. Megan. @PinkScholar12. Can you send a link of their program? Young Leaders Consortium, is it a scam? You can find many other enriching programs at a fraction of the cost. My friend told me about NSLC, national student leadership conference, you should check it out. Being 11 years old were a little skeptical of it. So, any thoughts or answers? Cant afford that. Which in my mind makes it a scam. My stepdaughter has often been excluded from many advanced opportunities due to the fact that we are not part of the inner circle of elites in our community. kids that have an interest in any of the fields that are presented. My 14 year old granddaughter received a letter from NYLF today and a letter with Buzz Aldrins endorsement last month. Why dont you look for some weekend workshops closer to home? Yes, we did apply for a scholarship based on her grades and our financial needs. Megan. Mana, WISH ALL YOU GOOD LUCK AND I WILL LET YOU KNOW HOW MY GRADDAUGHTER ENJOYS HER JOURNEY. If you knew my father, youd know thats practically glowing praise. Megan. I cant sign up for something that starts out on the wrong foot like this. That would most definitely be the biggest downfall to the program. It depends. Megan. My 9 year old son (4th grade) received one of these nominations (or solicitations?) 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. Hi, Im Thanaphat Thanks for the laugh of the week! You would think that if it was a legit program for helping students they would offer scholarships to at least some students nominated for this. 2 comments 100% Upvoted This thread is archived NYLF spends more on marketing and promotion than most of the university-based programs which is why you hear more about it. I got chosen for the program as well and had to do some research. The packet mt daughter got says it does not include flight and there will be someone at a certsin airport to pick students up from 1-4. Not to mention more than 40 other activities and interests. I dont care about the money, I just want to know if the residential program is safe. Perhaps it will help some of your other readers. It was a lot of marketingI was really excited as a high schooler when I was nominated but it really wasnt worth it. I agree; that does sound strange. I think we will stick with that. I understand the cost, and my family is prepared to shell out the cash. Paul, I got the NSLC later in the mail a couple days ago and I was pretty excited. What if hes not interested in the medical or CSI portions? I agree. Thank you for the great information on this topic. Also, if you have any colleges or universities near you, go to their websites and see if they offer summer programs for high school students- many do. not worth it I am glad and excitted about it, but I am wondering of it is a program appropriate for my age. My neighbors kid did this to add it as an EC. In retrospect, I think I gained maybe 10%-20% benefit from this experience. . Megan, The other day I received an email stating I had been nominated for the NYLF medical program. Try to find the program that offers the best balance of activities for your child. or listen here: http://collegepreppodcast.com/2015/01/increasing-act-scores-learning-disabilities-math-best-summer-camps/ I honestly really would like the opportunity to attend to those, but dont know how it will be possible. Btw I am a tenth grade student at an academy, Im glad you had a great experience! Megan. Again, that does not mean Envision Experience, Envision, EMI, or the National Youth Leadership Forum are a "scam." I think it would be more accurate to describe what Envision Experience offers as very expensive, possibly under-delivering camp experiences for people who really want their kids to succeed but may not realize that there is no . Godinez also introduced Matthew Fissinger (LMU Admissions) and Cesar Trujillo (Senior Vice President National Implementation Manager) to instill a few words of inspiration and hope and also speak a few words on behalf of their positions. Of course we were super excited to get her letter. We went to Stanford. Megan. I received a letter, but Im a freshman in high school, and I havent taken my SAT, ACT or any test like this. Also, scholarships and grants should absolutely not ask for fees of any sort; if they do, they are most likely a scam. Personally, I like to see students participate in programs that also enhance their knowledge of the college experience and/ or show their own creativity and willingness to develop their interests independent of an organized program. So what everyone here agreed on is that if the program cost less, it would be an awesome experience for students. that seemed a little strange like if you were invited then there would be space for you already reserved?? 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. Your day consist of seminars, and panelist all day. I also applied this year and didnt get anything back. Yes, but there are so many worthwhile programs out there many that cost much less. Im working on my bachelors of science currently and already have an associates degree! Can you please let us know what your son thought of this? She had no right to do that (horrible principal without doing that). I hope this has been of some help to you. Shame on NYLF for taking advantage of parents of students who only wish to have the best education for their children. If my son were interested in the Medical field, or the Engineering field, for example, you can bet Id be contacting my local hospitals and local engineering college for opportunities for high school students. There is no need to invest money in these expensive programs as these when there are so many programs closer to home with excellent educational, leadership, and technology skills. Would this program benefit me in the future? Last Summer I had decided on engineering and three months ago I decided on aerospace Engineering. Heres what helped influence our decision. 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You might also find more camp programs that are directed towards nursing and fit your budget. Winter Formal 2023: Love is in the air at Clark, Your email address will not be published. For my high school age daughter, we have found other camps that offer more hands on experiences than the NYLF. Great tip on networking! No thanks! How nice of them to solicit nominations, but not mention the cost. My package actually says to call within 24 hours. My son is 12 and when he was 9 he could have enjoyed working with other kids 9-13, but I wouldnt have put him with a program of high school students. Not really. I suspect none of the kids in the class even understood the process. I just got my acceptance to the YLS. My guess is they got your name somewhere in the admissions process. Maybe you participated in something else that indicated you might be interested in their pre-law program. I loved it, but all the things they said they would do Why? Their is an FAQ section for students on their main page. Thanks for the notice! Megan. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); College Prep Results, LLC: A Megan Dorsey Company. You can find other excellent opportunities that cost less. What are some other programs besides this that cost less? We know we may not have the funds for it, but as a parent, we will find them. Megan. Its very clever: the nomination itself makes the student feel great (and it should). But the camp itself is not special so this cheapens the nomination process and exposes it for what it is: a marketing ploy to separate parents from their money. I wish to know if as a introductory to engineering would this be worth it? Im in 4th grade and I just got a letter from the NYLF . Megan. However, these programs are indeed expensive. I applied this year, but I havent really found much information about the program. I would also love to hear from you. For advanced medicine, there is college credit from george mason university can that credit be transferred to another college? The letter makes it seem as if NYLF is the only way your child can receive this type of recognition and enrichment. If needed, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can contribute to a certain familys EF C, as long as said family reapplies every year. There were NO COMPUTERS, at a science and technology forum. Id love to hear about your childs experience with the program. Megan, Hi, I have had students attend these programs in the past and enjoy them. It says it accepts 200 low-income students and will be held at UChicago without any fees, even transpo… I recently received an email from the Youth Leadership Consortium inviting me to apply for the Young Leader's Summit. Can you start to volunteer at a local hospital? Both workshops were mainly presented by Curtis Ferguson II, Associate Director from USC Admissions. Do you have a HOSA or other medical / health club at your school? (Her Fields) But I did some investigating and found both sources to not be worth the paper they are printed on. Bad costumer service! however the mother in me set back in and couldnt help but ask why? Wishing you the best! Megan. My son received the letter as well and on the letter it says my sons teacher with her name on it was the one who referred him. I am interested in their forensic programs but I was wondering if one program had an advantage over the other? Most of the students in my orbit praise the National Young Leaders Conference Program (NYLC) and its affiliated programs as being very interesting and well-run. Thanks for the advice!! Just further proof that they purchase mailing lists and send these exclusive offers to anyone on a college-bound track. It seems to be a scam to me. Youth Leadership Consortium - Scam? Can you offer any feedback? I think I will wait for now until he is older. just not something I am willing to chance. Unfortunately, the pandemic made this mission very difficult. Thank you!! I am so sorry that we have not made it as simple as it should be to get you to the right person. Ive emailed them 20 times a month and called twice in one week to tell them I wasnt interested but they do not listen. Ella, Ella, Hi! Where did they get my name from! It took place at a small annex and the students never even visited the Berkeley campus, something my son was looking forward to. it's legitimately a program, but it's also a profit making enterprise, extremely expensive and not worth your while. Even my child said it is too expensive. Not necessarily about feeling or being special. All the juniors were taught basic elements of financial aid. 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. There future depends on it. The Young Leaders Summit (YLS), presented by the Youth Leadership Consortium (YLC), is a free, college empowerment program for a diverse cohort of high-achieving, low-income, high school juniors, selected through a competitive application process.It is designed to give these young leaders the practical tools they need to successfully apply to top universities, have full access to scholarship . Thanks. Our son has grown up hearing their stories, at least the ones they are permitted to tell, and hes always been interested. The programs offered through the NYLF are legit and do help high schoolers prepare for several specific career fields. We encourage you to apply today via your myHSF profile! By the description provided, we thought we ought to provide my son the opportunity. SHE WAS NOMINATED BY HER 4TH GRADE TEACHER AND THEN DISCOVERED SHE WAS THE ONLY ONE IN HER SCHOOL TO HAVE THAT OPPORTUNITY. For high school students, the 18-day programs range from $5,495-$5,795, the nine-day programs run from $2,995-$3,295, and the six-day programs are $2,595. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Youth Consortium is a diverse, youth-led group focused on civic engagement and leadership. Their final presentation was a scripted, mock murder trial in which they convicted two defendants (actually got a confession) on ridiculously ambiguous evidence. My daughter is in the 3rd grade and she has been invited to this NYLF. Hi! I am planning on becoming a lawyer in the future and received the nomination letter for the National Youth Leadership Forum. Its a lot of money for a weeks experience, a bit over $2000, but in the end, we bit the bullet. Last summer my daughter had finished 8th grade and was getting ready to enter high school. I also do not understand how people are nominated.. It is very expensive; but she raised money to help with the costs. We began the YPS Leadership program to encourage the confidence and capacities of young leaders who can design and generate solutions to problems faced in post-conflict situations aligned with their values, while addressing root causes and systemic challenges. Megan. My situation is very similar. I dont have any issue with students attending if you like the content of the program, want to attend, and your parents can afford it. I went to this last summer and it was nice for engineering. My granddaughter receive letter today in mail about program she very interest in attending dont have funds to attend is there assistance for low income families. We chose to not do the residential camp due to her age. Im glad you had such a great experience. I am not interested in gaining prestige, just experience and a fun week filled with learning. ACSI strives to lead, support, and serve Christian schools, and educators, by placing them on a path of growth and flourishing using the research-based Flourishing . I got a letter saying I have been invited to one of their programs. thanks!! If your program has been approved to have students attend this years summit, please follow the steps below to secure your students participation. As such, we hope for students to demonstrate the following characteristics: Student who are excited to attend and fully participate in the program, Students who have immediate purpose for leadership training, and will apply what is learned to current endeavors, Students who will conduct themselves appropriately in an adult conference setting, Students who are comfortable with moderate physical activity, and long training hours, Students who are very involved in GEAR UP programming, Students who are emerging leaders and display leadership qualities inside the classroom and in the community. So I have no idea if youre still reading these or not but recently I have received one of their offers in my mail. My 11 year old got his letter this week. She was able to experience college life. Edit: It isnt necessarily a scam because you actually do what the program offers, it just doesnt seem worth the cost. My son is 12 and in the seventh grade. Really hesitant about the whole thing. 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