NAF Leadership Discovery Summit Student Application

NAF LEADERSHIP DISCOVERY SUMMIT
August 9 – 12, 2020
Atlanta, GA

Student Application

The application deadline of March 2 at 5PM ET has now passed.

Applications received past this deadline will still be considered for our waitlist.

We sincerely appreciate your time and interest in the first ever NAF Leadership Discovery Summit. We look forward to staying in touch with all of you to share more exciting opportunities to help you #BeFutureReady.

This summer, 200 young people who share your interest in pursuing work, education, and an impact on the communities around them will come to Atlanta for the first Leadership Discovery Summit. We’re seeking creators, scholars, young entrepreneurs, activists, and stars. We’re also looking for young people who know that their full potential is out there, but not fully realized…yet.

This is not your run-of-the-mill “field trip”. Discovery Summit is a convening to realize and share your best self, and to continue building a pathway to leadership. Your NAF Network is coming together to support your future pathway. Help us learn more about how we can help.

You must be available to attend: Discovery Summit Dates: August 9 – August 12 2020 in Atlanta, GA

The application has 5 parts:
1. Basic Personal Information
2. Student Responses
3. Confirmation of Commitment Checklist
4. Parent Information & Confirmation of Commitment
5. Adult mentor letter of support
You must complete all parts of this application to be considered for an invitation to the conference.

We recommend that you fill out the application in one sitting or print and fill out the paper application first before you enter and submit your online application.

If you're graduating in 2020, please fill out the alumni application since you'll be NAF alumni when you attend the summit this summer!

Visit NAF Leadership Discovery Summit for more information. If you have any questions about this application, email conference@naf.org.
1. Student Information
Name*

First NameMiddle InitialLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Email*
example@example.com
Birthday*

MonthDayYear
Date
Name of your High School*
Academy Theme*

FinanceHospitality & TourismInformation TechnologyEngineeringHealth SciencesOther
Anticipated high school graduation year*

202120222023Other
If you are graduating in 2020, you should complete the alumni application here.
What gender do you identify with?*

FemaleMaleNon-binary/third genderPrefer not to sayPrefer to self-describeOther
What is your race/ethnicity? (Please check all that apply)*

American Indian/Alaskan NativePacific IslanderSouth AsianEast AsianBlack/African AmericanHispanic/LatinoWhitePrefer not to sayOther
Is English your first language?*

YesNo
If no, what is your first language?*
2. Student Responses
Please write thoughtful answers to each question below. Your answer can be tweet-length or up to 3 short paragraphs. Respond in YOUR VOICE. There are no right or wrong answers. We care about what YOU think and want to share. You are allowed (not required) to attach one file to your application that helps us learn more about you (writing, art, photo, etc.).
1. What are the social issues that concern you the most, whether local or global?*
2. How will the work (or additional learning) that you pursue in the coming years contribute to the issues you care the most about?*
3. What are the most pressing challenges you face in following a path to your dreams? Please describe. *
4. Please describe the kind of support you currently have both inside and outside of school to support your future career goals. If you feel that support is lacking, please describe what kind of support you would like both inside and outside of school to support your future career goals. *
5. If the Discovery Summit was designed especially for you, what would you leave the conference having experienced or achieved?*
6. If you could network with one person you admire who you think could also help you steer your way to your most positive future, who would it be and why?*
7. Please share what types of jobs/careers you are interested in. It’s ok if you’re not sure, just share what you think is currently interesting to you.*
8. Is there anything else you would like to tell us about your vision for your life beyond high school (please review the chart below first and then answer this question)?
You are allowed (not required) to attach one file to your application that helps us learn more about you (writing, art, photo, etc.)

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Share your feelings about what comes next for you.

There are no right or wrong answers—it is just your opinion.

Please fill in the square next to the option that best matches what you think and feel about your future endeavors.

As you think about your future, choose the response that matches how much you agree these statements: Strongly Agree, Agree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree*

	Strongly Agree	Agree	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
It is important to me to get a good job or be successful in a career.
My education is key to my success.
It is important to me to have a network that includes professionals in the areas I am interested in pursuing.

How likely is it that you will….*

	Very Likely	Likely	Not Very Likely	Certainly Not Likely
Graduate from high school? (Does not have to be within 4 years)
Have a plan for education and career after high school?
Complete an internship before graduating high school?
Have a network that includes professionals in the areas you are interested in?
Go to a four-year university after high school.
Go to a community college.
Enlist in the military.
Take a gap year to determine what is the best path for me.
Find a job and work full time after high school.
Participate in a service experience like Americorp, Peace Corps, etc. after high school

3. Student Confirmation of Commitment
Please read through and sign this Student Confirmation of Commitment and attach it bellow.
Attach your signed Student Confirmation of Commitment here*

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4. Parent/Guardian Information & Confirmation of Commitment
Please have your parent/guardian fill out this form and attach it below.

Please note, the Parent/Guardian Information & Confirmation of Commitment is 2 pages. Please attach both pages.
Attach the signed Parent/Guardian Information & Confirmation of Commitment here*

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5. School Adult Mentor Letter of Support
Please ask an adult mentor at your school to complete this form and attach it below. This person can be an academy advisory board member, teacher, principal, guidance counselor, or other staff. Whomever you choose, they should have sufficient experience working with you in order to make informed answers.
Attached the School Mentor Letter of Support here*

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Should be Empty:

1. Student Information

2. Student Responses

3. Student Confirmation of Commitment

4. Parent/Guardian Information & Confirmation of Commitment

5. School Adult Mentor Letter of Support