Mayor's Youth Leadership Council of Bartlett
The Mayor’s Youth Leadership Council of Bartlett is a community leadership program which identifies and assists talented students who want to learn more about the challenges facing their school and community.
The program teaches students how to make better decisions and encourages them to be more involved and to assume leadership roles within their school and community.
In 2018 Youth Leadership Bartlett (founded in 1997) and the Mayor’s Youth Council (founded in 2010) merged to create the Mayor’s Youth Leadership Council of Bartlett. The program is endorsed by Mayor A. Keith McDonald and the City of Bartlett and is administrated by the Bartlett Chamber Foundation.
“I have learned many interesting things from Youth Leadership Bartlett, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to learn leadership & teamwork, and have fun doing so.”
– Tyler P.
Program Topics
The Mayor’s Youth Leadership Council of Bartlett is intended to teach incoming freshman, sophomores, juniors and seniors the skills they need to become successful leaders today, and in the future.
Students enrolled in the program will learn a variety of skills, including:
• Team Building and Goal Setting
• Positive involvement in the Community
• Personal Responsibility in Society
• Better Decision Making
• How to Play a Leadership Role Within the Community
Team Building Retreat
This required session teaches team building and while students experiment with various leadership styles. They also have the opportunity to get to know each other.
City Government/ Community Participation
This session promotes an understanding of the role of local government, teaches community participation and awareness, and encourages school leadership activities. Special activities include dining with the Mayor and Board of Aldermen and attending a Board of Alderman meeting. This session will be held at City Hall.
City Services/ Government Day
Mayor Keith McDonald leads the class on a tour of various departments of City Government to demonstrate the complexities of managing our city. The Police and Fire Departments are included.
Leadership Development
In this session, students will be able to assist and attend the Veteran’s Day Ceremony at Veterans’ Memorial Park.
Followed by a session discussing facets of leadership including ethical leadership and communication. Ending with a tour of the Bartlett Museum.
Service Hours
In addition to attending educational and leadership training sessions, students must complete 8 hours of community service.
Economic Development
Students will take a tour of several industries in Bartlett to become familiar with career opportunities available; and witness first-hand the importance of having strong leadership skills.
State Government
Where better to learn about the role of state government than in the state capital! During an overnight trip to Nashville, students will learn how state government works and meet their state Senator and Representatives.
Staying Healthy
During a trip to Saint Francis Hospital – Bartlett, students will learn about the advantages of living a well-balanced life through nutrition as well as physical & mental fitness.
“I have enjoyed my time being in Youth Leadership Bartlett. It has been a great experience for me. Not only have I learned how to be a better leader, but I gained relationships that will last for a lifetime and enhanced previous relationships that will last just as long.”
– Haley P .
Ready to Apply?
To participate in this program, students must meet four requirements:
Must be an incoming Freshman, Sophomore, Junior or Senior enrolled in a High School in the area, OR part of a Home School Program.
Must live in the city of Bartlett.
Have an Overall GPA of 2.5
Have a school attendance record of 90%
*Student absence from school will be recorded as a Field Trip. Students are expected to make-up any missed work.
The total cost of this program (per student) is $550.
HOWEVER- you will only be responsible for $250. The remaining $300 is generously provided by our title sponsor, the City of Bartlett.
Deadline to Register is August 30th, 2023
“Youth Leadership Bartlett has taught me lots of important things that I can use from day to day. I’ve met new people through the program, and the program has brought me closer to people I already knew. It was a fantastic experience.”
– Olivia H.
Need More Information?
Please Contact The Bartlett Chamber Foundation at (901) 372-9457
