Rotary Youth Leadership Awards

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA):  

Do you have what it takes to become a dynamic leader and change yourself and the world?

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is an intensive leadership experience organized by Rotary clubs and districts where you develop your skills as a leader while having fun and making connections.

 

 

 

 

What are the benefits?

Connect with leaders in your community and around the world to:

  • Build communication and problem-solving skills
  • Discover strategies for becoming a dynamic leader in your school or community
  • Learn from community leaders, inspirational speakers, and peer mentors
  • Unlock your potential to turn motivation into action
  • Have fun and form lasting friendships

What’s involved?

District 5910 RYLA: Since its inception in 1991, RYLA has developed a reputation as one of the premier leadership development programs for young adult in Texas. More than 1,200 young people from more than 50 different high schools across Deep East and Southeast Texas have graduated from the program. 

RYLA is highly regarded as an intensive and energizing program, which is open to any high school junior interested in producing extraordinary results in an organization while also developing a commitment to lead with a high level of integrity. 

Your community might host a RYLA event for secondary school students to hone their leadership potential, for university students to develop creative problem-solving strategies, or for young professionals to learn ethical business practices.

How can I participate?

RYLA participants must be recommended by a school counselor in order to apply for the Rotary Youth Leadership Award and are selected by a committee of Rotarians. We only take students from The Woodlands High School, College Park High School, Grand Oaks High School, Oak Ridge High School, The Woodlands Christian Academy, John Cooper School and the I School. 

The Rotary Club of The Woodlands provides transportation, lodging and meals in addition to the training sessions and materials for each selected student for the entire weekend at the RYLA camp. There is no cost to the school or student.