Christian County Youth Leadership Class of 2026-27

Christian County

Youth Leadership

Application

Class of 2026-2027
A program

designed to identify and develop future community leaders.

www.leadershiphopkinsville.com

2800 Fort Campbell Blvd.

Hopkinsville, KY 42240

Kim Batts (270) 348-0604

Nikki Chambers (270) 498-0660

DEADLINE TO APPLY IS FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2026

Christian County Youth Leadership
I. PERSONAL DATA
Thank you for your interest in Youth Leadership! Our mission is to identify and develop a cadre of young leaders for the purpose of assuming responsible community leadership roles necessary for impacting the future of Hopkinsville and Christian County.

Applications must be received by Friday, March 20, 2026 to be eligible for consideration. Applicants will be notified by April 13, 2026.

Since the number of participants in the program is limited and the number of applications received far exceeds the number of selected participants, applicants who are not selected are encouraged to reapply in subsequent years.

Good Luck!
Name*

First NameLast Name
Name Tag*
# of years in Hopkinsville-Christian County
Current Class
Birthday

MonthDayYear
Date
School Email*
example@example.com
Father/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name
Mother/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name
Home Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Home Number

Area CodePhone Number
Cellular Number*

Area CodePhone Number
II. ORGANIZATIONS AND EMPLOYMENT

Please list up to five religious, social, athletic, community and/or any other organizations or projects to which you have contributed leadership.

A.*

Rows	Organization, Employement & Activities	Approximate Dates	Position Held
#1
#2
#3
#4
#5

What have you accomplished in these activites that you think is important?*
How much time each month do you contribute to employment and other organizations and activities?*
List Extracurricular Activities, Special Honors and Awards for Leadership Activities*
List Special Awards, Honors, Prizes for Academic Performance.*
Do you anticipate enrolling college classes during the 2026-2027 school year?*
III. ATTENDANCE
Christian County Youth Leadership requires that participants commit to attendance at the opening retreat and be present for all sessions (8 sessions & graduation).

One parent must be in attendance at the parent meeting. At the mandatory parent meeting (TBA), a fee of $75.00 must be paid to Christian County Youth Leadership. A limited number of scholarships are available for those who need help with the fee.

If you are unable to make a full commitment to the program, it is not in your best interest to apply. If you miss more than eight (8) hours during the year, you will not be eligible to graduate. Institutional leave will be granted for participants upon advanced approval.

Each participant will be assigned to a project group which requires at least one hour a month of community service. These monthly community service hours are mandatory!
IV. FINANCIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Limited scholarship funding is available.

If accepted, will you find it necessary to seek partial scholarship assistance towards the tuition fee? If so, how much assistance will you be seeking?
SCHOLARSHIP
If yes, how much?
Is your acceptance contingent on receipt of scholarship funding?
V. CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
1.     The opportunity to commit the time and effort which this program is requires.

2.    Your complete application packet will be reviewed by a committee and will be based on the following criteria: application, prior school & community involvement, essay, and school administrator recommendation.

3.    Application Checklist: (check off before submitting to indicate a complete packet)

_____ a. Application

_____ b. Your typed essay

Christian County Youth Leadership
VI. ESSAY

Define community involvement and the importance of being involved in a community. Who are some individuals in your community that make a difference in making your community better? Explain how they make a difference and why you chose them. Tell how your community has been impacted by your community involvement and the involvement of other young people. As a future leader, what will some of your goals for being involved in the community in which you choose to live? What impact will it have on your community and/or the individuals you will serve? Be sure to address all parts of the question in at least 250 words.
Essay*

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Signature (sign by using your cursor)

Clear
Signature date

Christian County Youth Leadership
VII. Parent or Guardian Commitment

Please list your parent/guardian contact information below and an email will be sent to them for their approval.
Parent or Guardian Contact Information*

First NameLast Name
Parent or Guardian E-mail*
example@example.com
VIII. Principal Commitment

Please list your principal contact information below. The program coordinators will review the applicant list with the principals and receive a favorable approval for your application to move forward.
Principal's Contact Information*

First NameLast Name
Principal's E-mail*
example@example.com
Teacher's Contact Information*

First NameLast Name
Teacher's E-mail*
example@example.com
If you have any questions about the program or this application, please call Kim Batts at 270-348-0604 or Nikki Chambers at 270-498-0660. If the applicant is selected, he or she will be notified by Monday, April 13, 2026.
Application Deadline is Friday, March 20, 2026
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Christian County Youth Leadership

I. PERSONAL DATA

II. ORGANIZATIONS AND EMPLOYMENT

III. ATTENDANCE

IV. FINANCIAL SCHOLARSHIP

V. CRITERIA FOR SELECTION

Christian County Youth Leadership

VI. ESSAY

Christian County Youth Leadership

VII. Parent or Guardian Commitment

VIII. Principal Commitment