Nominations:
If you or someone you know is interested in participating in the LJC class beginning in September, please complete the Online Nomination Form (click on "Nominate" tab on right). Selection for Class of 2014 participants will begin in March 2013.
Information Meetings:
To find out more about the program, please join us Wednesday, April 10, at 5:30 PM, for a short information session to be held at the Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce, 10475 Medlock Bridge Road, Suite 122, Johns Creek GA 30097 (located in Ivy Falls business center at the corner of Wilson Road and Medlock Bridge Road, Building 100, 2nd floor).
Please RSVP to info(at)leadershipjohnscreek.com
Leadership Johns Creek (LJC) is designed to develop leadership talent in individuals representing the Johns Creek community through a structured series of learning experiences. The program consists of an evening orientation, one two-day retreat, seven oneday sessions, a class project and a graduation. Meetings and activities are distributed over a ten-month period beginning in September.
In addition to leadership training and development, class participants gain insight into business, government, community quality of life, volunteer service and local history. Graduates of LJC are projected to be the future leaders of Johns Creek, leading civic and business organizations for community action and improvement. LJC Alumni are expected to take an active role in planning the next year's Leadership curriculum.
A vital component of LJC is community service. The graduating classes to date have made substantial contributions to the community. Some of the projects have included: The Newtown Park Community Garden, the Educational Pond at Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, Historical Markers, a Video History of Johns Creek, a certified Natural Wildlife Habitat along the upgraded Johns Creek Greenway near JCHS, and the "Billy Badge Program" to introduce Public Safety to elementary school children!
Potential participants must be nominated and complete an application process before
acceptance into the program. Because it is both an honor and a privilege to be selected for the Leadership Johns Creek program, the highest degree of commitment is expected of all participants.
Kick-off Picnic Social
September 12, 2013 (evening)
Overnight Retreat (mandatory attendance)
September 27-28, 2013
Program Days:
Second Thursday of each Month October 2013- May 2014
October 10 November 14 December 12 (evening - optional)
January 9 February13 March 13 April 10 May 8
Graduation
June 12, 2014 (evening)
Program topics may include:
Business Day
City Day
Economic Development Day
Educational Day
Environmental Day
Government Day
Non-Profit Day
Public Safety Day
Regional Day
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Applicants should live or work in the Johns Creek area, be employed by companies which have a significant impact in Johns Creek or work for a company with plans to locate or do business in Johns Creek.
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Applicants should come from a cross section of the community, including business, labor, government, education, the arts, community-based organizations, and human services.
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Applicants should reflect the racial, ethnic and cultural diversity of Johns Creek.
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Applicants will be assessed based upon their record of leadership and community involvement, as well as their interest in the program, willingness to commit to the program requirements and goals, and demonstrated problem-solving and creative thinking skills.
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Applicants from a corporation or organization must have the full support of their employer or sponsoring organization. (Individuals not associated with a business or organization may also apply.)
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Applicants must be able to fulfill program attendance requirements, including mandatory attendance at the overnight opening retreat (in September) and full week-day sessions once a month from October through May. In addition, they must work with classmates to complete a community service project. (No exceptions.)
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Tuition is $1500 if application received on/before May 31; $1750 if application received after May 31.
