Teens@Heartland   

Admissions and scholarship essays are every bit as important as your test scores – it's your chance to put your unique personality on display! Discover how to make your words pop and how to avoid groan-worthy grammar mistakes. Master how to market yourself and increase your chances of scholarships and acceptance into your dream school. Walk away with a solid outline and draft that you can adapt to any application.

Whether you are just starting to gain leadership experience or are ready to take your skills to the next level, the Teen Leadership & Service Academy can help you grow your professionalism while you earn service hours around your busy summer schedule. Complete a full-day workshop with a business training expert to grow key communication, goal-setting, and teamwork skills. Put your new skills into practice with K-8th grade students as you assist Continuing Education instructors and/or take part in other service opportunities. After you complete the Academy, reflection questions, and volunteer hours, you'll receive a personal reference letter documenting your service hours and training.