Academy Overview

What is the Inspired YOUth Academy?

The Inspired YOUth Academy is a one-of-a-kind, during-school club designed specifically for NMS middle school students, who are highly motivated and engaged, to help take them to the next level through focusing on these leadership development and volunteerism. It’s designed to be student-led and team focused. The academy’s hope is to work with these students each year of their middle school experience to keep developing these selected students to help make a difference at NMS and beyond.  The is no cost to be part of this program.

 

What will I do?

You’ll work with academy leaders & members to:

  • Meet once per week for a club gathering (designed to be educational and interactive) during homeroom on Wednesdays starting in 2022.
  • Access the club’s google classroom and website to learn more about our monthly organizations we are supporting.
  • Participate in our discussions and activities focused on the club’s important causes and service projects.
  • Promote what you are learning and who we are supporting to your family and friends.
  • Build on the Academy’s 5-Star Focus: to grow yourself, improve your school, learn from other successful students; give service through projects and make a significant impact in your community.

Why Should I do it?

  • Be more confident and inspired to go above and beyond no matter what you are doing
  • Gain the star qualities that are important for you to develop throughout school and your life
  • Help make a difference to the causes you are passionate about related to animals and the environments
  • Take advantage of cool opportunities at school and beyond designed to help you make a difference
  • Get ideas as you see what other awesome kids your age are doing all over the world to make a difference
  • Create and implement fun, team-led service projects and improve your team building and problem-solving skills along the way.
  • Showcase the club’s accomplishments at the end-of-the-year celebration

How can I find out more about it?

Come to our informational meeting at NMS on Tuesday, Dec. 21 during homeroom!  It’s going to explain in more detail about this amazing opportunity and give you a feel for what the club will be like. Join us in room 701.

At any time you can contact the Academy Advisor: Parent-Volunteer Janae Bower at 612.554.1367.

How can I be part of it?

You must apply to be part of the academy. Why? Because it shows your commitment and that’s the type of students we are looking to be part of the academy!  In the simple application process, you’ll be asked to introduce yourself with the strengths you would bring to the academy.  You’ll also be asked why you want to be part of the academy.  One recommendation from a trusted adult, other than your parents or guardians, is required.

Application deadline is January 7.  You’ll hear back from us no later than Jan. 12. All forms can be turned into the office or at our first meeting on Wed. Jan. 7.

You can download an application form HERE.
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