Don’t miss out on applying for the 2023-24 Leadership Polk program
It’s time to start preparing for Leadership Polk 2023-24!
The 6-month program, which runs September-November/January-March with graduation in April, will be kicking off next month with the announcement of this year’s participants. Now is the time to make plans and apply, don’t delay and miss out.
Leadership Polk’s mission is to educate, inform, and prepare individuals to become involved in the leadership of Polk County. Monthly sessions will cover History, Criminal Justice, Healthcare, Education, Government, Agriculture, Tourism/Recreation, Industry, Community Involvement, and more. The program’s goal is to raise awareness of both the opportunities and challenges in Polk County, while educating and preparing the participants to serve in leadership roles within the community. The program fosters the development of a group of professionals who will learn and grow together during the course.
Tuition is $300, which covers meals, transportation to any out-of-town locations, as well as a Leadership Polk shirt. The class will be open to 12 participants and a high school student from each high school in the Polk County School System. Sponsorship opportunities are available for the student tuitions – if interested please contact the office for more information.
Application may be downloaded here or contact the office to request one. Application deadline is August 10, 2023. Please return applications via email to westoffice@ocoeecountry.com or P.O. Box 560, Benton, TN 37307.
