Im sure you can find other age appropriate activities for your daughter to do over the summer. or listen here: http://collegepreppodcast.com/2015/01/increasing-act-scores-learning-disabilities-math-best-summer-camps/ Did you guys hear from them about that? When you take the PSAT, PLAN, SAT, ACT, etc., your name and address may be given to outside organizations. What was your childs experience and what were your opinions of everything? Megan. Hell be attending in March 2016. (They never release your exact score.) However, if you really arent sure that you want them to spend the money, contact your local hospital(s). Megan. 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. Why Do Gilmore Girls Fans Opt to Rewatch the Show Every Fall Season? As a teacher who nominates students every year I can say we do not get any compensation or kickback from the program. Our goal at Envision by WorldStrides is to help students grow as people by developing independence, leadership, problem-solving skills, worldliness, and maturity. Cant afford that. They talk about programs like Crime Scene Investigation, programming a robot and something medical related. Dee, It took place at a small annex and the students never even visited the Berkeley campus, something my son was looking forward to. I was just wondering if you know of any less expensive options for leadership/extracurriculars woth more prestige. Ive had students who have really benefited from the experiences. Your day consist of seminars, and panelist all day. My 5th Grade son received the invitation in the mail a couple of weeks ago. You can call and ask. ACT is a registered trademark belonging to ACT, Inc. ACT, Inc. is not involved with or affiliated with College Prep Results, LLC, nor does ACT, Inc. endorse or sponsor any of the products or services offered by College Prep Results, LLC. Heres what helped influence our decision. 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! All the price includes is housing, onsite meals, instruction, supervisory personnel, program materials, all forum materials, and private motor coach transportation during the forum according to my invitation. Besides the fact that there were so many activities the friends I made was what truly made the experience, as all the kids I met there came from diverse backgrounds and were all very talented. I got one and I want to know more information about it. Your day starts around 7 and ends at 9 I believe. Thank you for adding so much information to the discussion. The letter makes it seem as if NYLF is the only way your child can receive this type of recognition and enrichment. Hi I got a letter from NYLF for ENGINEERING and TECHNOLOGY i t seems good but I want to know the total cost for the whole thing. not worth it She mentioned the sponsors of this event, which included Wells Fargo bank, the American Indian College Fund, the College Board and APIA Scholars to name a few. because it is not offered for the NYLF program. I told my mother i did not want to do it because of the price. I AM ALSO A MOM OF THREE GROWN KIDS WHO ARE WELL EDUCATED AND NOW HAVE WODERFUL JOBS AND FINANCIAL SECURITY 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. Thats what Im going to try do. Im going to be a sophmore in high school and my parents really want me to do this program. Being 11 years old were a little skeptical of it. I was nominated as well. Megan, Hi, I got nominated to go to nylf and my mom thought that it would be an amazing experience for me to go. Thought it was a scam right away when the first letter said to the parents of Candice. Generally it means you scored well, but isnt as big an honor as they make it seem. I would encourage you to call and ask very specific questions about the residential policies to make sure your concerns are addressed. Im working on my bachelors of science currently and already have an associates degree! Im glad the program is legit, and Im glad its being held where we can drive in couple hours and drop her off. We were terribly disappointed in the staff, content of material taught, supervision, quality of kids and quality of teachers. We visited the Berkeley main campus. The program is overpriced and why go into the medical field when Obamacare is destroying the medical field. What is the best way to locate these programs, through the universities directly. All in all it was one of the greatest weeks of my life. My 5th grader received his invitation today. Is it because its safe? Megan. The calls related to bank impersonation and included claims of "preauthorized orders" placed on a consumer's bank account. 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. I loved my experience there. I am a special education teacher at a high school. The STEM officials have yet to respond to concerns I raised to them about camp. The day ended with a raffle and an advertisement for the Youth Leadership Consortiums annual Youth Leadership Summit (YLS), a free program for low-income high school juniors in which the students go to the University of Chicago on a four-day retreat to learn about college. The cost supposedly includes room and board located at University of California-Berkley along with classes, course materials and lab fees and transportation to and from off side excursions (likely not including the cost of the events) What are you throughts? Youth Leadership Institute - Use Your Voice Youth Voice Changes Communities I am a. There future depends on it. Matt, I just got my acceptance to the YLS. They are over-hyped, but they are also legitimate summer experiences that many students have enjoyed and benefited from. Do you think that NYLF is a good program for him at his young age? If he does attend now will he be grouped together with other kids his age or will he be attending with all different ages? If you have particular universities in mind add the school name to your search. I dont think its about feeling special at all. Probably not. I want to if that program offers grants or scholarship of some kind to maybe students who do not have the benefit like others. 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. She just won a superior for her district STEM Fair in Behavioral Science and Im proud as can be. I went to the engineering conference and it was awesome and completely worth it. The trouble is, Im 31 years old! I cant say whether the National Youth Leadership Forum program is right for your family. I went to this last summer and it was nice for engineering. Ive tried googling them and nothing comes up and their website is blocked by my school. My son just returned from attending the NYLF Science and Technology session in San Francisco. After selecting your students, submit all their information using this online form. I worked as a teacher and counselor in a large public high school for years and cant remember ever sending in nominations. I didnt go for that very reason. I got nominated for the NYLF: National security and I was wondering if it scam? My 14 year old granddaughter received a letter from NYLF today and a letter with Buzz Aldrins endorsement last month. Or volunteering at the hospital. I was just wondering what your son and family felt about the program after your son attended? Also, scholarships and grants should absolutely not ask for fees of any sort; if they do, they are most likely a scam. Its really all about taking advantage of who you are and [preparing to face] the real world.. The students, ranging from freshmen to seniors with some eighth graders mixed in, were then divided by grade level and taken to different rooms for the two workshops about college information. But with my parents its mostly about the cost. A list of children attending, what an invasion of privacy. From how it looks, my mother was and possibly is still concerned that this is a scam. He is interested on CSI and all about Sherlock Holmes adventures. . Theyll probably give out flight tickets closer to the date. You might find something close to you that costs a fraction of the price. Will it provide me with any type of competitive edge for college or a career in medicine in the future? I just wondered if you had any thoughts now that your son has attended. The students were promised hands on experience with the technologynot so. I am guessing this invite is just marketing and tons of people get them but I just want to be 100% positive just in case there for some reason is some specialty in receiving the letter(: Thank you so much! Which in my mind makes it a scam. 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 . Unfortunately, the pandemic made this mission very difficult. Its $2,500 and he couldnt really answer some good questions such as.. what will they be doing during down time? I hope this has been of some help to you. Not only that, but the Security and Intelligence field is a mighty big umbrella, covering everything from cyber security to data analyzing to being the guy that ensures all the old classified documents get appropriately disposed of. 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. Take your time and only consider a program if you think it is right for you. When he is older the on campus programs offered by different universities (or Duke TIP) might be something for you to consider. As I said in the article, these programs are NOT scams. You can find many other enriching programs at a fraction of the cost. I should add that we live within driving distance of Washington, D.C., where the seminar is held. 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. It doesnt seem worth the high cost. My daughter is in the 3rd grade and she has been invited to this NYLF. The registration fee is $1,000 per student. I see mixed comments about this camp for the fact that it is very expensive. AS A SINGLE MOM ,I DID EVERYTHING I COULD ,WITHOUT ANY FINANCIAL HELP ,TO SECURE THEIR COLLEGE EDUCATION We just got one today and were quite elated that he was chosen by his teacher to represent his school. We later determined that she might have accidentally bubbled in science as an interest on the required PSATs. I read through everything. Dont do it, it is too expensive. The 6 day conference in Chicago is quite expensive, as other people have posted, around $2,000. Is it worthwhile for that age group? Look around and see what other medical or science programs are offered this summer. Can you get a job or intern in a medical position this summer? Id love to hear about your childs experience with the program. Even though I bought the travel insurance, it says they can keep your full tuition amount. Explore program offerings. Between the very high tuition and very over the top letter (repeating how prestigious it is in every paragraph), its a hard pass. I recently received an email from the Youth Leadership Consortium inviting me to apply for the Young Leader's Summit. And I am glad that I have read your comments. We just received the same packet and on one of the forms I says flight not included. They targeted my 9 year old son through his teacher. Has anyone gone to this program before or is it a scam? Think about how your own child prefers to experience things. Its a lot of money for a weeks experience, a bit over $2000, but in the end, we bit the bullet. Should I consider it? Megan. My 3rd grader got this in the mail today. Anthony, Anthony, WITH THE COMPETION FOR A SPOT IN A GOOD COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY SO COMPETITIVE, YOU CAN USE THIS PROGRAM AS A SPRINGBOARD TO MAKING IT AN EASIER ROAD Thanks I got nominated, but I am unsure how they got my name, I havent done any testings listed above, nor do I know how they discovered my want for law school, Megan, I was wondering if I should try to attend or if it's even worth my time. 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. More so feeding on people who want the best for their child. YOUTH CONSORTIUM. Hi All, I attended the NYLF: Medicine camp last year in the summer of 2017, and since I have received several questions regarding the details of this camp, I decided to create a post and share my experiences. You will find other summer options out there. Megan. I recently received an email from YLC asking to apply for a free 5-day college-prepping summit for HS students at USC. You would be more cooperative if you took challenging science classes at school and earned good grades. It was at San Francisco State, week-long, $2000 for the class, and over $1000 for a hotel (didnt want him in the dorms for a week). She had a great time, but not every 14 year old is ready to be away in that type of environment. Bonus if your not a paid spokesperson for this program because apparently those exist. Well, that comment didnt age well, did it? you can also receive scholarships for community efforts and grades! 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. There are so many other programs out there that you dont need to worry about the 24 hour pressure. I received this nice package too in the mail. It is very expensive; but she raised money to help with the costs. My 10 year old also received a letter from NYLF. If local colleges and universities have similar summer programs, then arent they just as credible as NYLF? I honestly really would like the opportunity to attend to those, but dont know how it will be possible. College Prep Saturdays main goal is to teach middle and high school students and their parents how exactly to plan, prepare and pay for college. There are plenty of enrichment programs out there if you have the money. Is that any different from a letter saying Ive been nominated? Ive seen that they have scholarships and fundraising that would help though. Both my kids built a much more sophisticated robot in a local camp at 25% of the cost. Its a good program for what you want to do, but be prepared to be fed up with them when they try and bring you into other events. It was the best week of my life. Also how hard is it to get a scholarship? I recently received an email from YLC asking to apply for a free 5-day college-prepping summit for HS students at USC. The Youth Leadership Summit is designed to engage the next generation of leaders and introduce them to the world of international affairs. Your advice about researching cheaper options is spot on. my son is going to go in June after reading these comments Im a bit taken back. I have known students in the past who have participated and loved it. Thanks!! Id love to hear your sons thoughts once hes completed the program. Melissa, Just like other summer college experiences, the programs open students up to a slice of college life and engage them in coursework in their field of interest. I mean I really wanna go but my mother thinks otherwise. Whatever you decide to do, I wish you the best of luck! I cannot speak for the background checks from NYLF or any other organization. Alexis, its fantastic that you want to save your parents money; I applaud you for that. Btw I am a tenth grade student at an academy, Im glad you had a great experience! At that age, I would look for other enrichment opportunities in your community. 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. Megan. I got one for medicine, but I want to be an ICU nurse, not a doctor. The Young Leaders Summit (YLS), presented by the Youth Leadership Consortium (YLC), is a free, five-day, overnight, college . Of course, you know your son best. DO WHAT YOU CAN NOW TO GIVE THEM THE EDGE THEY NEED FOR A REWARDING FUTURE. Julia, OUR DAUGHTER IS 14 & IN 8TH GRADE, IS THIS TOO SOON? I still talk to them. If your parents watched you play doctor as a little girl, and listened to you talk about how great it would be to help people by going into medicine, then when this invitation came in the mail, I imagine they decided to make it happen, no matter what they had to do to pull it off. The Youth Leadership Consortium and the National Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) invited several hundred students to Loyola Marymount, a private university in Los Angeles, to attend College Prep Saturday on Nov. 23. How do you feel NYLF Stem program compares with Duke Tip? Try searching for summer programs for students at some of the state universities in your area. We received one for my 9th grade daughter. I cant believe Im actually asking a question. (Her Fields) But I did some investigating and found both sources to not be worth the paper they are printed on. Thank you for the great information on this topic. I still might go, just to figure out if medicine is a field I really want to go into. Several basketball hoops were visible from the very back of the plethora of people and chairs, and a podium was set up with Anahi Godinez (Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerces Director of Strategic Partnerships and Events) introducing the event. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. I was wondering, I didnt see a post from you after he attended. Their is an FAQ section for students on their main page. I just talk to too many families each year who were dazzled by the important sounding name. It is much cheaper and you get great benefits from it. Were going to talk with our son about it this weekend to see if hes interested. How nice of them to solicit nominations, but not mention the cost. 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. There are scholarships available to almost everyone, so applying to as many as possible wouldnt do harm. Thats why its so expensive. 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 Winter Formal 2023: Love is in the air at Clark, Your email address will not be published. The packet just seems over the top! We went to Stanford. They called me and confirmed information and the lady asked about name, birthday, address, etc. You might seek out opportunities in your area to become more involved in the field volunteering, speaking with people in your future career path and seeking their advice. Theyre overprotective and i was wondering if someone could answer that question. I have a 4th grader and jaunt signed up . She submitted the application online and waited for three weeks for their response. @Seventeencarat To find other programs you can start by Googling summer programs for high school students. If they need recommendations and so forth, there is no way I can do it. Im glad you are thinking about summer plans already. Anyone who is currently a high school student can register for and attend an NYLF program. Id encourage you to save some money and find something less expensive. Please if your kids have the experience, please share. It was a lot of marketingI was really excited as a high schooler when I was nominated but it really wasnt worth it. You can tell your mother it is NOT a scam, but it isnt as prestigious and exclusive as they make it sound either. I am curious though, do you know anything about the NSLC one? We need bright minds like yours, Trujillo said. Often kids get greater value out of hands on activities than out of lectures with big-name experts. Thank you!! Legos. Mana, Learn how your comment data is processed. But there are other options for you as well. This is not a scam, but this program is no more recognized than other organized summer-camp program. There will be plenty of time as your daughter grows up for her to participate in programs like this. i am an eleven grader and i just received a mail from NYLF and Im very interested in going. I called them over the phone and the lady on the other side of the phone said that my daughter has been denied the scholarship and I should have received the e-mail notification already. My 13 year old daughter was nominated by her teacher, as were several other kids in our charter schools middle school program. Does she or he enjoy listening to presentations or reading or would that be seen as boring? 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. Wells Fargo has committed over $24 million to HSF, which has supported over 3,000 scholars across the country. Also the workload and getting used to [will be difficult], she said when asked about potential obstacles that she could face while going to college. As I understood it does not worth that money. Of course we were super excited to get her letter. The programs offered through the NYLF are legit and do help high schoolers prepare for several specific career fields. Heres the other thing- I received the letter in the mail yesterday afternoon informing us of the nomination and the scholarship deadline is tomorrow! Mark. I agree that these programs cater to more affluent families. It sounded so awesome before I realized that they sent a letter to everyone whose name they could find. Why so young and why a week in a big city by himself. SAT is a registered trademark belonging to College Board and is not involved with or affiliated with College Prep Results, nor does College Board endorse or sponsor any of the products or services offered by College Prep Results. I just received an email about being nominated for NYLF: Medical Program. @Seventeencarat Hey! Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Such as if it would be something out of my league to attend to or not. She spent one week in Wyoming for Girl Scout camp and two weeks away at debate camp. You wont start in the ICU, but you will see the environment and get a chance to meet and talk to plenty of nurses. Not to mention more than 40 other activities and interests. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Hello Melissa Sullivan, r/ApplyingToCollege is the premier forum for college admissions questions, advice, and discussions, from college essays and scholarships to SAT/ACT test prep, career guidance, and more. 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