Youth Services
Rotary believes in developing the next generation of leaders. Our programs help younger leaders build leadership skills, expand education and learn the value of service.
Scholarships/Student of the Month
Ages 13-18
As one of our youth support projects, our club recognizes outstanding students for their community service and academic achievements with our Student of the Month program. The students are from three area schools, Carman/Ainsworth, Powers and Swartz Creek and are selected for the honor by their teachers and staff members. At the end of the school year one graduating senior from each school is selected from the monthly honorees to be the Student of the Year and to win a $1,000 scholarship.
Interact
Ages 12-18
Interact clubs bring together young people ages 12-18 to develop leadership skills while discovering the power of Service Above Self. Find out how serious leadership can be seriously fun.
Interact clubs organize at least two projects every year, one that helps their school or community and one that promotes international understanding. Rotary club sponsors mentor and guide Interactors as they carry out projects and develop leadership skills.
Ages 19-25
RYLA is an acronym for Rotary Youth Leadership Awards. RYLA is leadership training for young adults (19-25 years) led by a professional facilitator experienced in youth leadership development and supported by RYLA graduates and Rotarians;
One week residential program on a college/university campus consisting of lectures, simulation games, discussion groups, committee work, public speaking, social activities;
An opportunity to learn, grow, share ideas, have fun and make new friends.