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Criteria and Application Process

Eligibility Requirements

To be selected as a participant in the VLA, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be between the ages of 14-19 years old

  • Low to Moderate Income

  • Must be enrolled in a public school

  • Must have a minimum G.P.A. of 2.0

  • Must provide an unofficial copy of school transcript

  • Must not have more than 10 unexcused absences

  • Must not have more than one disciplinary infraction. (Please note: Type of infraction may impact final acceptance)

  • Available on the scheduled days for the entire duration of the program

  • Interested in learning new skills for growth in leadership

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Application Process

Your application must include the name and email address of the referring community partner, school counselor or social worker. They will receive notification of your application and must be willing to complete their portion of the online application. Be sure to talk to your school counselor or school social worker about your desire to join the program. If they need more information in order to refer you to the program, they may schedule a 15 min. discovery call with our Program Director using this link: https://app.link/meet-with-felicia-momon/discovery-call-program-director

 

1. Complete your application.

2. Attend In-Person or Virtual Interview

The selection process includes a student empathy interview. Students will receive a link to schedule.

3. View your decision letter

The referring person and student will be notified of the acceptance status. If selected, you will receive an acceptance letter with onboarding instructions.

4. Complete Onboarding

Students and parents/guardians are required to attend the onboarding orientation. Documents provided include:

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