Dear Sophomores,

We are excited to announce the start of the RYLA {Rotary Youth Leadership Awards} Conference application & interview process.
WHAT IS THE ROTARY YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARDS CONFERENCE? The Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) Conference is a program for high school sophomores who have shown leadership potential in their home, school, and community. The conference is designed to introduce participants to thoughts and ideas that will strengthen and develop their leadership skills. At RYLA, conferees are encouraged to share their personal experiences and perspectives in powerful conversations about various topics, providing insightful learning opportunities. It also provides an environment where participants feel comfortable discussing their thoughts and ideas with other students from the Mid-Hudson Valley. The conference lasts five days and is held on the campus of Mount Saint Mary College in Newburgh, NY.  

There is an application posted for those who want to participate in the process.
Your completed RYLA application must include ...
• RYLA Application - Page 4 of 4
• Personal Statement (See "Required Attachments'')
• 2 Letters of Recommendation (See "Required Attachments'')
• High School Transcript, to date (See "Required Attachments'')

Please return your completed application, with all requested attachments, to the O'Neill High School Guidance Office by  TUESDAY, 19 April 2022.  

See your School Guidance Counselor with any questions.

Sincerely,
The O'Neill Guidance Department