Programs
Hands on leadership opportunities that create meaningful youth driven change.
We believe all high school students have the power within them already to be meaningful leaders. We’re here to amplify and uncover the confidence, passion, self-awareness and their personal unique leadership styles and capabilities from within them. We believe in the power of the word YES. And YES, you will find the starting point that is right for you, right here at CYL.
Service Adventures
Adventure doesn’t necessarily translate to outdoors here. It’s more of the opportunity to step out of your comfort zone and experience something new. It’s the chance to explore different issues, interests and cause areas. Our hands-on approach helps us learn about our community. And ourselves.
DeCaLiBron Summit Program
Located in beautiful Fairplay, Colorado, this loop of four 14,000 foot mountains presents a great metaphor for leadership and journey Young Leaders experience in high school. We call this the Decalibron Loop.
Let’s start with Mt. Democrat. Here, we explore different communities, personal leadership styles, and particular interests. All CYL participants and Young Leaders are encouraged to get involved in at least 3 unique activities during the school year.
Next, we venture to Mt. Cameron. We encourage students to commit to the causes that interests them most. Explore the issues. Expand their knowledge. Learn, learn and learn some more.
Mt. Lincoln is next. This is where students go really deep. They unpack the root cause of their cause area and reflect on the progress they’ve learned at this juncture.
