As long as you know there are other enrichment opportunities out there, I dont have any complaints about the NYLF programs. Being open to all students is fine, of course, but the problem is that the company sells the camps as a special honor to the best students, implying that not everyone can get in or will be selected. Weve had a lot of success with day programs run by local museums. Btw I am a tenth grade student at an academy, Im glad you had a great experience! You might find something close to you that costs a fraction of the price. And your parents probably feel less honored than they may have 15 years ago. Has anyone gone to this program before or is it a scam? We later determined that she might have accidentally bubbled in science as an interest on the required PSATs. Megan. Junior Aline Tran from Burbank High School personally recommends. Will he need to be nominated again to attend at an older age? We discussed a question very similar to this on The College Prep Podcast this week. They base nominations on what exactly? I wouldnt spend that type of money on this type of program for him. HomeNCCEP StaffCareer & College ClubsCapacity-Building WorkshopStudy LabYouth LeadershipInstitutes About GEAR UPTake ActionNews, NCCEP1331 H ST NWSuite #900Washington, DC 20005, National Council for Community and Education Partnerships (NCCEP), STEP 3: Submit Payment for Conference Registration on Behalf of Students, National Council for Community and Education Partnerships. Besides the fact that there were so many activities the friends I made was what truly made the experience, as all the kids I met there came from diverse backgrounds and were all very talented. Do teachers get some kind of compensation if their nominees attend? Ive always received the same email and found nothing about the program or if anyone else has attended. (YLS), a free program for low-income high school juniors in which the students go to the University of Chicago on a four-day retreat to learn about college. This is not a scam, but this program is no more recognized than other organized summer-camp program. Nicole, Bottom line, highly underwhelming. From time to time we would receive nomination forms soliciting names and contact information. Not really. Im not sure how there policy for refunding or compensation workw either. It seems to be a scam to me. Ive been reading a lot about the programs offered. My mom is talking about putting it all on credit, or maybe taking out a loan, both her and I really want me to go, but I need to know if it really is worth 3,100 dollars. r/ApplyingToCollege is the premier forum for college admissions questions, advice, and discussions, from college essays and scholarships to SAT/ACT test prep, career guidance, and more. Your day starts around 7 and ends at 9 I believe. They targeted my 9 year old son through his teacher. I just received an invitation to the NYLF medical program. The letter mentioned different tracks. It was a lot of marketingI was really excited as a high schooler when I was nominated but it really wasnt worth it. Your day consist of seminars, and panelist all day. YLI is a free, college empowerment program for high achieving Latino high school juniors, held virtually and at two top universities across the US. I also applied this year and didnt get anything back. (They never release your exact score.) that seemed a little strange like if you were invited then there would be space for you already reserved?? Will he really benefit by going to this program? Your email address will not be published. Mark. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); College Prep Results, LLC: A Megan Dorsey Company. I got the NSLC later in the mail a couple days ago and I was pretty excited. The main difference between the two is that subsidized loans require the government to pay interest while a student is in school and unsubsidized loans have students pay the interest themselves. John, Thanks! Juniors specifically listened to the Strategic Application Process, describing the ins and outs of submitting college applications, and Funding Your Future, which was an in-depth look at how to attain enough money for college, as well as additional information about financial aid. Try to find the program that offers the best balance of activities for your child. She mentioned the sponsors of this event, which included Wells Fargo bank, the American Indian College Fund, the College Board and APIA Scholars to name a few. Why so young and why a week in a big city by himself. She had no right to do that (horrible principal without doing that). Id really prefer to find something at a local college that is more geared towards his interests, not just a set curriculum that the kids follow. Another great summer opportunity is to create your own opportunities, which shows even greater initiative. My son is now a sophomore, we can drive to DC and has an interest in National Security/Military. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Also the workload and getting used to [will be difficult], she said when asked about potential obstacles that she could face while going to college. Megan. Yeah, that's pretty close to what I had figured. Thank you for sharing! If you were my child, I think wed look for some other programs before making a decision. I read through everything. @Seventeencarat My mother thinks its a scam and doesnt want anything to do with it. My parents can afford it, but should I do it? I hope he has a great time. The STEM officials have yet to respond to concerns I raised to them about camp. You will find other summer options out there. Would be nice to here from someone whos child actually attended. Hi! If you're considering NYLF because you think it's prestigious, you'd be dead wrong. I got nominated and my mom thinks it too much just for one child.1,970$. I think I will wait for now until he is older. Transportation to and from home and the program location is NOT included in tuition. Yes. First, National Youth Leadership Forum (NYLF) programs are legitimate. Hi I got a letter from NYLF for ENGINEERING and TECHNOLOGY i t seems good but I want to know the total cost for the whole thing. The experience as a whole looks very appealing and I would love the opportunity to go learn and meet new people who share a common interest. I just got a letter from NYLF: Engineering and Technology and I was extremely excited because I was just about to start researching camps. So do some research and compare options before deciding which one is right for you. We would love for him to attend but wonder if it would be better for him to wait until he is older. you can also receive scholarships for community efforts and grades! Suddenly being included now that I have talked to the staff feels like an insult and this program looks like one that caters exclusively to those with extra money to burn. People were welcomed with smiling faces, drawstring bags and an array of breakfast products, stuffing their hungry stomachs with bran muffins and orange juice, then ushering themselves into the massive gym of Loyola Marymount University, home of the Lions, to see what and how much they could learn about attending college in one day. Ella, Ella, Through a specialized diplomatic simulation, site visits, speaker sessions, and peer collaboration, participants will learn how different national interests drive international cooperation on critical issues. Any update on what your son thought about the program? Powered by Discourse, best viewed with JavaScript enabled. Megan, Thanks Megan! (starts at about 22:20 minutes) Listen on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-college-prep-podcast/id909682404?mt=2) to episode 27 or listen here: http://collegepreppodcast.com/2015/01/increasing-act-scores-learning-disabilities-math-best-summer-camps/ Rylee, I am always looking for ways to provide beneficial opportunities for students. Does she or he enjoy listening to presentations or reading or would that be seen as boring? After that conversation, I grew suspicious of the company intentions. Even my child said it is too expensive. You can tell your mother it is NOT a scam, but it isnt as prestigious and exclusive as they make it sound either. Can you advise something? What are the differences and which would be more beneficial? 2 comments 100% Upvoted This thread is archived He is a little bit shy and I am nervous about him being away in a city with people he doesnt know. I AM ALSO A MOM OF THREE GROWN KIDS WHO ARE WELL EDUCATED AND NOW HAVE WODERFUL JOBS AND FINANCIAL SECURITY Hi! I think the NYLF programs offer interesting opportunities. That would most definitely be the biggest downfall to the program. I thought the letter was over the top and there was too much about how prestigious it was, when all it was based on was her teachers nomination. Today, Youth Leadership Consortium (YLC) Staff is prepping for the first Young Leaders Summit (YLS)! I got one and I want to know more information about it. The trouble is, Im 31 years old! I have several friends applying, and we are all trying to get in the same week. Maybe you participated in something else that indicated you might be interested in their pre-law program. Hi All, I attended the NYLF: Medicine camp last year in the summer of 2017, and since I have received several questions regarding the details of this camp, I decided to create a post and share my experiences. But then I did some research online and figured out its really just a glorified marketing campaign. They will not be paying for any transportation to and from the campus although I believe they said they will have a shuttle pick them up from the airport. A lot of intelligence and security work is grind work, plowing through reams of information in order to establish patterns. The entire experience was a huge disappointment for us, and my son tells me that was the prevailing sentiment among most of the kids he spoke with. Youth Leadership Institute (YLI) The deadline to submit your YLI 2023 application is on Friday, February 24, 2023, 5:00 PM Pacific Time (PT). The program is free, and if you request on your application, they will pay for travel cost. Id encourage you to find other camps for your son ones you can comfortably afford. I got nominated for the NYLF: National security and I was wondering if it scam? So what everyone here agreed on is that if the program cost less, it would be an awesome experience for students. Megan. I hope this has been of some help to you. Hell be attending in March 2016. Do think its worth $2000 for me to go to this program in the summer of 2016? I am a junior and i received the same thing for advanced medicine. However, we live far enough away that he would have to do the residential program. Thought it was a scam right away when the first letter said to the parents of Candice. What is the difference between the medicine program and the advanced medicine and health care program? These are not something you can find courses of study on for an 8 year old, especially not one who already knows half the periodic table of elements! The packet mt daughter got says it does not include flight and there will be someone at a certsin airport to pick students up from 1-4. Are parents allowed to come with the students? Based on the questions in my in-box, I guess it is that time of year againtime for letters notifying students of their nomination for National Youth Leadership Forum programs and the summer experiences you can elect to join. The FCC's investigator found that One Eye LLC "transmitted multiple illegal robocall campaigns," according to the news release. My most important question is which program would have the most impact, the most impression on my student if they want to continue to pursue or not their career path? I think its great that youre reviewing this programs, so thank you for writing this review. Im just a bit confused about why i was nominated for that. Megan. The day ended with a raffle and an advertisement for the Youth Leadership Consortiums annual Youth Leadership Summit (YLS), a free program for low-income high school juniors in which the students go to the University of Chicago on a four-day retreat to learn about college. I understand the cost, and my family is prepared to shell out the cash. My son also got invitation for this program. It sounds like a great experience. they do offer scholarships! I got one for medicine, but I want to be an ICU nurse, not a doctor. Their final presentation was a scripted, mock murder trial in which they convicted two defendants (actually got a confession) on ridiculously ambiguous evidence. Youth Leadership Consortium - Scam? You are probably right a lot of your peers got letters. Sure, @justwanttopass its https://ylc.hsfts.net/yls-application I received a letter for medicine in the mail today. Ive worked in public schools and never saw any incentive to promote this program. I guess I will most likely be not attending. Hi, Im Thanaphat As the parent of two kids (12 & 17), I would NOT recommend sending your third grader on this experience. Im sorry your son didnt have a worthwhile experience, but I appreciate you sharing it here. ACT? But Ive never heard of the National Youth Leadership programs providing incentives to schools / educators for nominating students or promoting programs. Right now he is 11. It sounds quite interesting and Im sure she would love it but $2000!? You can find many other enriching programs at a fraction of the cost. The letter makes it seem as if NYLF is the only way your child can receive this type of recognition and enrichment. Hope this helps. Thanks I can see that the questions asked by some of the other parents to comment here are exactly the same ones my husband and I asked ourselves when our son, a high school sophomore, got an invitation for the NYLF Security seminar. Im considering this for my 9 year old son. I just dont want families to feel like it is the only option. They just confirmed my wait-listed spots, but they havent told me anything about the flight info. She spent one week in Wyoming for Girl Scout camp and two weeks away at debate camp. I am in ninth grade and got an A+ in my business class. Ive had students who have really benefited from the experiences. He did not realize how much it was. Some people regarded it as a scam but others claimed that it was a genuine program. Not offered now. My 10 year old also received a letter from NYLF. My daughter also received a letter that she was nominated to participate in the NYLF Explore STEM She was very excited that someone at her school (I think) nominated her for the program. If this doesnt work out, I still want to do something with medicine this summer. You can start listening at 22:20 to hear me and my co-host, Gretchen Wegner, discuss the NYLF programs and the benefits and drawbacks. I loved it, but all the things they said they would do Why? Megan. National Youth Leadership Forum programs are one way to do this. Thanks for the laugh of the week! But the oversell and false claims of selection taints it. Dont do it, it is too expensive. Congratulations! The programs offered through the NYLF are legit and do help high schoolers prepare for several specific career fields. She had a great time, but not every 14 year old is ready to be away in that type of environment. Required fields are marked *. Can you offer any feedback? My child thoroughly enjoyed her experience with Envision and NYLF Medicine. SAT is a registered trademark belonging to College Board and is not involved with or affiliated with College Prep Results, nor does College Board endorse or sponsor any of the products or services offered by College Prep Results. My son unfortunately has been receiving their brochures every year. Megan. It took place at a small annex and the students never even visited the Berkeley campus, something my son was looking forward to. Thank you!! ]]]>, enrichment experiences, National Youth Leadership Forum, summer programs, summer programs for high school students, I am a sophomore in High School and considering the National Youth Leadership Forum. He is interested on CSI and all about Sherlock Holmes adventures. So we have found great alternatives at a fraction of the price. I, too, find the $2000 cost high, especially for a 4th grader. You probably knew that from my article and the responses to comments here. Ask if they sponsor any youth programs, or if there are any volunteer opportunities for high school students. In order to calculate an accurate estimate to how much money a certain student needs for college, there is a basic equation, which is COA (Cost of Attendance) EFC (Expected Family Contribution)= Financial Need (the number you need to pay for college). Of course, you know your son best. However it does cost a lot, do you think the cost is worth the learning and opportunity? Were going to talk with our son about it this weekend to see if hes interested. Anna Arutunian, Yearbook Section Editor December 9, 2019 Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Which in my mind makes it a scam. However, regionally, I am in an area with no good places to have a hands on experience like this. As a teacher who nominates students every year I can say we do not get any compensation or kickback from the program. Id encourage you to google summer engineering programs for high school students. You can specify California or San Francisco and see what you find. I am actually questioning if it is legitimate as he did not apply or sign up. Is he or she the one to jump into new experiences and ask questions even in a large group? We also built a replica zipline. I dont have any issue with students attending if you like the content of the program, want to attend, and your parents can afford it. Its really all about taking advantage of who you are and [preparing to face] the real world.. I was so excited and proud of her but the cost seems outrageous. If one can participate in a two-week college program for the same price, he or she will also gain an appreciation for dorm and college life. Those principles include: Turn values, beliefs, and emotions into action Show generosity and honesty to others Demonstrate personal commitment Empower others Work together Maintain civility Think critically about societal issues She was 9 years old and in the 3rd grade. I would be participating in this program as a junior in high school. Fergusons entertaining personality was more than enough to keep the entire room listening, as he rarely drifted off topic and provided several Curtis Helpful Hints.. 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