About the Program

IGrow Your Leadership is an innovative course for high school students to grow their leadership skills through real-world challenges and STEAM projects. Participants will explore hands-on activities tied to sustainability and problem-solving, culminating in a full-day Prototype Challenge where they present their ideas to industry leaders.

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What You’ll Experience

• Leadership Development: Dive deep into concepts like vision, adaptability, and impact.

• STEAM Learning: Participate in activities such as building DIY hydroponics and enriching soil with sea kelp.

• Problem-Solving Challenges: Create solutions to real issues faced by nonprofits like Independence Gardens.

• Prototype Showcase: Present your solutions at EarthX and the Rotary Experience.

 

Program Highlights

• Format: 4 weekly virtual sessions (90 minutes each) + full-day onsite Prototype Challenge.

• Cost: $100 per participant

• Includes: Leadership coaching, STEAM activities, and opportunities to present ideas to leaders and changemakers.

 

Program Overview (Refer to sign up form for specific dates)

• Week 1: Vision & DIY Hydroponics

  • Learn to set clear goals and build a hydroponic system.

• Week 2: Collaboration & Soil Enrichment

  • Discover the power of teamwork while creating nutrient-rich soil with sea kelp.

• Week 3: Growth & Problem-Solving

  • Monitor growth in both systems and explore how adaptability drives innovative leadership.

• Week 4: Execution & Impact

  • Refine your solutions and prepare for the Prototype Challenge.

• Full-Day Prototype Challenge:

  • Teams will present prototypes to address challenges faced by nonprofits, competing for the opportunity to showcase their work at EarthX Day 1 of the Rotary Experience.