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“Just a note to express our sincere gratitude for all the hard work and dedication of you and your officers putting together this year's Youth Leadership Academy. From start to finish, everything was handled professionally and was the perfect mix of learning and fun for our kids! As a parent, I always felt my child was safe and in good hands (and I'm a bit of a worry-wart).

My son was happily exhausted when I picked him up on Friday -- and believe me it takes a lot to tire him out. I think he really enjoyed himself and this experience will definitely be one of those childhood memories he will not forget.

When I told other parents I know from neighboring towns about the program, the itinerary and all that the children did the whole week, they could not believe it. I think it's safe to say that Mahwah is unique in this offering and we should all be very proud. I know I am! Again, thank you and I look forward to next year's program.
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Mahwah Youth Leadership Academy

Program Description

The Mahwah Youth Leadership Academy, introduced in 2007, was designed as a follow-on program for the highly popular Junior Police Academy and is taught and run by the Mahwah Police Department.  The 4 day effort focuses on leadership.



Date and Location
2009 Program will be located at Ramapo College between July 27th - 31st.

What the Mahwah Youth Leadership Academy Does
The Mahwah Youth Leadership Academy utilizes a variety of leadership teaching techniques.  These include classroom teaching, written homework assignments, and group discussions.  The essential focus is to teach leadership as a critical life skill that can be used to successfully confront many situations. 

A significant amount of time is used in challenging physical situations involving both individual performance and team performance.  These include the Precious Cargo Challenge, theStormy Seas Exercise and the Rock Wall Climbing Challenge as well as The Apprentice Challenge, the Puzzle Challenge, the Landmine Challenge, the Egg Freefall Challenge and the Safe Passage Ball Challenge.  Trips to Independence Hall –Independence Hall in Philadelphia, a tour of the USS New Jersey and visits to the NJ Aquarium, Liberty Bell Center and the Betsy Ross House are included to illustrate places where great leadership was displayed.  A formal graduation ceremony is held at the Bandshell and Great Lawn at Ramapo College of New Jersey. 

Mahwah Youth Leadership Academy Target Audience
The Mahwah Youth Leadership Academy is targeted at students entering the7th grade and who have completed the first year of the Mahwah D.A.R.E Program and successfully completed The Mahwah Junior Police Academy.   Approximately, 150 children participated in the 2008 program. 

Participant Cost
The program requires a $200 fee for each participant.

What You Can Do
Interested participants can watch for information about the Junior Police Academy by regularly checking this website, and watching for announcements through local schools. If you want to get involved you may contact us directly atinfo@mmasite.org,  The MMA graciously accept donations. 

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Resources
 
   
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arrow www.nps.gov/archive/
inde/indep-hall.html
arrow www.nps.gov/inde/liberty-
bell
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arrow www.betsyrosshouse.org/
arrow www.njaquarium.org
   
   
 

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We are always seeking new programs or new ideas that are consistent with our 5 core values.  If you have ideas please feel free to contact us at
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