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Dear Mentors Alumni Office Room 1W9 Isaac Honor - Internship Coordinator [email protected] SUMMER PROGRAM NOTICE #23 Junior State of America (JSA) Summer Programs…. Important Note: If you are selected for the internship, please inform Mr. Honor immediately via email at: [email protected] Dear Educator, Junior State of America (JSA) Summer Programs give high achieving students the opportunity to strengthen heir leadership skills, study with university professors and gain familiarity with the college living experience. Studenls from all around the country who share similar interests in urrent events and civic ngagement learn together in these residential, academic programs. JSA Summer Programs help prepare students for future success at all levels - high school. college, and beyond. We would like your help identifying outstanding eighth-graders, freshmen, sophomores and juniors who have a passionate interest in politics and current events. We are seeking the type of students who are engaged in what is happening in the world around them, and look to be the future leaders ot their communities. ThiS year we have three exciting summer programs students can apply to: • JSA Summer Schools are held on the campuses of Georgetown, Princeton and Slanford, and offer college-level classes ranging from AP U.S. Government to International Relations to Speech and Political Communication. A rigorous academic curriculum is taught by university professors, combined with personal support to help students master the study skills needed to succeed in college. • The JSA Diplomat Program lakes 30 highly qualified sludent to Capilal Normal University in Beijing, China for a truly unique experience. Students pend 4 weeks studying Chinese Hlslory & Government, learning beginning conv rsational Chinese and VISiting historical cultural sites, and can also earn college credit for the coursework taken there. • The 2012 JSA Election Symposia at the Republican and Democratic National Conventions give students a behind-the-scenes look at Election 2012 through visits Lo campaign headquarters and press centers, as well as the opporlunlty to meet and question Members of Congress. campaign leaders, convention delEgates, Journalists and political activisls. If you know of students who would be strong candidates for our programs, please give them one of the included nomination cards, which provide information on where they can learn more and how to apply. You can also nominate a student by going to http://summer.·sa.or nominate and completing the brief online form. We understand you may be hesitant to nominate a student who you believe may not have the financial means to aHord he tuition for lhese programs. We now these are hallenging economic times, and because we want all eligible studenls lo be able to experience Lhis opportunity, we have scholarships and fundraising programs to help families Lha wish to invest In their child's education despite limited lesources. We appreciate your help and will send a brochure along with scholarship and fund raising in ormation to each student you nominate. Thank you for your help. If you have any questions or would like to receive copies of the brochure to give to your students, feel free to contact us at 800-334-5353, or e-mail [email protected]. Sincerely, Jeff Harris Chief Executive Officer JSA Headquarters JSA Wa5hington D.C Office Bur) S L I Fl1hlnl ~,tll rl r_tll\~ '1)"· ~- lr1 1.\~ll J Cf;, Q 1IJ," '.11' JII ,. NW ", , .!III, W ,hln Ion [) ,) 1,., Phil II., 180/))';.1 l' I' I l4-·I"Ci IF, ( II 117 ~'n(l fhonr I!SOil) jl- 9 3<.< FJ' ("12) 2967819 rn ,I l~a(i! ISdorg W ·h. ww ., r j 0" 2012 will be a dynamic and transformational year for our country. In this election year, the American People will make a critical choice for their future. The decision requires informed leadership from America's young people, who playa pivotal role in deciding the outcome of presidential elections. We encourage you to meet the challenge of the future by attend­ ing a JSA Summer Program, to engage and to accelerate your journey of civic leadership. Is Politics Your Passion? A Challenging and Unique Curriculum JSA Summer Programs offer a challenging, dynamic academ­ JSA Summer Programs are structured to develop your ic experience for students who have a passion for politics knowledge of politics, leadership and history, your ability and government. For over 75 years, the non-partisan Junior to speak and write persuasively, and your appreciation Statesmen programs have provided an unparalleled train­ for intellectual and ethical principles. Academic course ing ground for the students who will be the civic leaders of work is augmented with interactive, student-run activities their generation. JSA Summer Programs prepare students to and simulations so that students graduate from the pro­ tackle the challenges facing their communities, our nation gram with increased confidence, an expanded knowledge and the world. base and a heightened sense of civic responsibility With programs at some of the most prestigious universities We offer a wide variety of programs including 3 to 4 in the world, including Georgetown, Stanford and Princ­ week Summer Schools at top universities around the eton, JSA Summer Programs provide an advanced college nation, 3 or 4 day Institutes focusing on today's most curriculum, dynamic skills-based leadership activities, and important political issues and a week long opportunity to interactive sessions with prominent politicians, journalists, experience the excitement of the 2012 election first hand academicians and other opinion leaders. at the Republican and Democratic National Conventions. 2 Summer School at Georgetown • Page 6 Summer School at Stanford • Page 7 Summer School at Princeton • Page 8 Specialized Programs • Page 9 Diplomat Program • Page 10 2012 Election Symposia • Page 12 Summer Institutes • Page 14 Be Involved. Be the People. High-Level Political Discourse Faculty. The hallmark of the JSA faculty Jump-Start Informed political discussion strengthens is dedication to lean ing. Experts in their a democratic society and the Summer field, professors live on campus and form Your Future School provides the right atmosphere close working relationships with students. to foster intelligent conversations about Because of limited class sizes and the Preparation for the Challenge of politics and government Students gain residential nature of the program, they College Ufe the insight to go beyond sound bites are able to provide academic guidance Surrounded by a diverse group of and analyze the punditry that permeates both in and out of the classroom students, you'll be challenged by a the news media and the internet Inside stimulating academic curriculum in an Resident Assistants. RAs have a unique and outside of the classroom, students encouraging and cooperative environ­ role that bridges the academic and social express their opinions, challenge their ment You will be living in a college dorm aspects of Summer SchooL Living in assumptions and learn from each other's and developing a new sense of personal the dorms, they meet with participants experiences. Views and values from responsibility. Beginning with the applica­ each evening and provide supervision across the political spectrum and from tion process, every component of the and guidance 24 hours a day They also those who have yet to subscribe to one program is designed to prepare students organize weekly recreational activities, in­ particular ideology fuel a dynamic and for success at the university level and cluding dances, trips oft-campus, a Talent stimulating learning environment future careers. Show and 4th of July f stivities. The Summer School Community Incubator for Tomorrow's Leaders Sample Daily Schedules re available on Each summer, the students, faculty and If you aspire to engage in civic and our website at wwwjsa.org/summer resident assistants who participate in the political affairs, JSA Summer School is an JSA Summer School create a unique and invaluable head start The course work vibrant community, one where leader­ will provide the knowledge to help you ship and friendship, teaching and mentor­ analyze current events and public policy. ing go hand in hand Interactive learning activities help you build the skills, character and confidence Students. Students develop leadership you need to be an effective leader The and debating skills, and discuss current friends you make at JSA Summer School affairs in a tolerant, respectful environ­ will be a part of your network for de­ ment Additionally, an introduction to a cades to come, and you'll be connected network of JSA alumni and new friends to JSA alumni who are leaders in politics, from across the nation and the world, law, business, academia, journalism and combined with fun social activities and many other fields. cultural excursions, helps students create Superior Academic Focus valuable social networks that can last a lifetime. The professors at JSA Summer School are recruited from universities around the world and thrive on classroom teaching. Small classes foster intellectual inquiry and the role of professors as mentors Through lectures, class discussion and group activities, you will explore the ins and outs of politics and debate. Stu­ dents gain the research, study and time management skills that are essential for success at top universities. 4 Recreation Hill, in the White House complex, at the Learning Throughout the program, students get Pentagon and other centers of power. the chance to relax and unwind from New York City and the United Nations Beyond the their studies and educational activities. are the sites of the Speakers Program for The demanding schedule does allow for th students attending our programs at Classroom free time where you can take advantage Princeton. The Speakers Program at the of recreational facilities on campus; from Stanford session includes the nation's Student-run Congressional Workshop basketball to swimming to soccer and leading political scientists and econo­ Studying alone is not enough to develop frisbee.
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