Junior Leadership Fort Dodge
The Junior Leadership Fort Dodge program is designed to inform and engage high school juniors of the positive attributes and amenities in the Fort Dodge Region by providing participants with educational experiences and information while enhancing community pride and spirit.
The program consists of six days of in-depth programming from October to March. Participants will be able to experience and learn about key areas of the community while interacting with community leaders and decision-makers. Areas of focus will include: ·Economic development ·Recreation ·Arts & Culture ·Healthcare & Public Safety ·Civic Engagement ·Local Government
SessionsÂ
October: Arts & Culture
November: Recreation
December: Business & Industry
January: Local Government
February: Healthcare
March: Public Safety
SWOT Analysis
The SWOT analysis image reflects the insights gathered from Jr. Leadership participants about the area's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
Student Testimonials
This program was awesome. I definitely feel like Fort Dodge has WAY more to offer than I thought.
This was an amazing program & truly allowed us to see the beauty in Fort Dodge when we hear daily remarks that talk bad about Fort Dodge. I’m proud to say that I live in Fort Dodge after this program.
I feel like all of the sessions really enlightened me about the great things Fort Dodge has to offer. I definitely view our community better now.
Thank you to our program sponsors
Fort Dodge Community School Foundation
St. Edmond Foundation
Thank you for sponsoring the Junior Leadership Fort Dodge program. This program would not be possible without generous donations from our business community!