Organizational Charter

Vision:  Engaged young people, empowered to make a better world

Mission: To empower youth through providing the opportunity to serve, develop leadership skills, and grow to become engaged and responsible citizens

Strategic Focus:  Economy, Social Awareness, Environment, Cultural Arts, Policy, Health and Wellness

Eligibility

Must be a Mount Pleasant resident, currently enrolled in high school (home school included.) The prospective candidate must fill out the Youth Council Application: 

• Short answer questions (5)
• Example: Describe two issues that you have noticed in your high school or community? Why do you believe these issues are present?
• Two References
• Parent/guardian Authorization
• Interview and Selection
• GPA, Volunteer Engagement, Verbal & Written Skills, Employment, etc.

Responsibilities

• The one-year term  will include attendance at a public meeting, a group service project, a group presentation and job shadowing.