Jr. Leadership Jones
Junior Leadership Jones is a leadership development program for students from the Jones County High School sponsored by the Gray – Jones County Chamber of Commerce.
Juniors and Seniors from Jones County High School can apply. Ensure that you are able to miss five (5) days of class without jeopardizing your required classwork. Approximately 20 students are selected each year through our application process. Junior Leadership does cost $20 and sessions begin in September and continue to April.
Jr. Leadership Jones
What are the benefits of participating in Junior Leadership Jones?
To develop leadership skills. Meet with local/regional community leaders and businesses while visiting industry, educational programs, and community agencies. Great addition on a college resume. Expand your network.
What Leadership Skills will be taught?
Junior Leadership Jones will teach team building, effective communication, time management, developing the leader within, and understanding yourself as a leader.
Who are the instructors?
The instructors for Junior Leadership Jones will be local/regional businesses and community leaders.
WHERE DOES JUNIOR LEADERSHIP TAKE PLACE?
Field trips will take place at local and regional businesses and community agencies. They will each require a signed permission slip.
What is a typical junior leadership jones day?
8:30 AM Board bus at High school
8:45 AM Morning Training/Tour
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Lunch & meet in project groups
12:30 PM – 2:45 PM Afternoon Training/Tour
*Please note that some days/sessions will be extended beyond the normal time frame.
Is lunch provided?
Yes, at no cost to the participant (pizza, subs, hamburgers, etc.)
Will participants be marked absent for class days missed?
No, Junior Leadership Jones is a school-approved educational program.
are students responsible for making up missed school work?
Yes, students need to work with classroom teachers to make up or do ahead of any class work.
How can i find Out more about junior leadership jones?
– Contact the Gray-Jones County Chamber of Commerce at 478-986-1123 or jonescochamber@jonescounty.org
1. A required Parent/Student orientation will take on September 10 at 6:00 p.m. in the Jones County High School College and Career Academy Community Meeting Room at the front entrance of the high school. Orientation will last 30 to 45 minutes. Please be prepared to pay the $20 fee at this orientation. Check will be made out to the Gray-Jones County Chamber of Commerce.
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2. Casual Business attire is appropriate for all sessions. All participants will receive a shirt to wear to all sessions. Comfort should be remembered, as many of the tours require a lot of walking. Wear comfortable shoes. No jeans with rips and tears, flip flops, or shorts. Since some of the visits include an industrial setting, participants may be asked to wear closed-toe shoes.
3. A scholarship will be provided to a successful graduate of the program. To be eligible, attendance at all sessions and activities is required for students to successfully graduate from the program. The Chamber will also observes our students engagement, professionalism and participation during each sessions.
4. Students need to be prompt to all sessions.
5. Always remember that most sessions are in places that conduct business. Professional behavior is expected by all participants.
6. Students and Parents: Direct any questions concerning Junior Leadership Jones
to the Jones County Chamber at (478) 986-1123 or jonescochamber@jonescounty.org.
We trust your participation in Junior Leadership Jones will be a rewarding experience.