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Photo 1Rotary District 5150
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
Visit us on Facebook
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 [email protected]