Leadership Development Opportunities

There are a number of external organizations (outside of Creighton Prep) that provide student leadership and career development opportunities to students. These opportunities allow students to hone leadership and management skills, explore different trades and industries and network with others. Each of these programs serve different age ranges and have different application processes and deadlines. The Student Support Services team can help in providing more information on these programs and guidance during the application process. Please contact Kris Bope at kbope@creightonprep.org or at Ext. 3341 for more information.

Available opportunities:

Exploring

"Exploring provides exciting activities and mentorship for youth looking to discover their future. Whether you’re a local organization looking to strengthen the community or a young person wanting to uncover the possibilities of your future, Exploring is a great place to start."

Mid-America Council Boys Scouts of America. "Exploring." Mid-America Council Boys Scouts of America.

Website: https://mac-bsa.org/programs-activities/exploring/
Audience/Grade/Class: Ages 14-20
Date: There are different programs and different dates throughout the summer. An "exploring career interest" survey is available on the front page of the website.
Registration Deadline: See website.
Application/Cost: A scholarship form can be found on the website.
Location: There are different locations throughout the summer.

*Contact Kris Bope at kbope@creightonprep.org for more information.

Project Extra Mile: Youth Leadership Network

Youth Leadership Network is through Project Extra Mile. Members learn about the harms of excessive alcohol use in our community, develop the leadership skills needed to make real change, and put those skills into action.Meetings will be held on UNO Dodge Campus in the Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center at 6400 University Drive, Omaha, NE. The Youth Leadership Network meets on the first Monday of the month from 7-8 p.m. Parking is free and food and drinks are provided at each meeting (must register for food).

Project Extra Mile. "Youth Leadership Network One-Pager." Project Extra Mile.

Website/Info: View YLN one-pager here
Audience/Grade/Class: 8-12 grade
Dates: April 3, May 8 (other dates TBD)
Registration Deadline: Ongoing
Application/Cost: Free to join
Location: UNO CEC

*Contact Kris Bope at kbope@creightonprep.org for more information.

Youth Leadership Network

The Youth Leadership Network is open to all Omaha-area youth in grades 8 through 12 who want to grow as leaders and are interested in preventing alcohol-related harms in our community with the skills they develop. To indicate your interest in joining the next meeting, please fill out the form using this link below. YLN is completely free to join!

Website/Info: YLN Interest Form
(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1MzM4W8guTMpvuSFDQizd8J5SqBFZaAcpaqAVAfIxKAg/viewform?edit_requested=true)
Audience/Grade/Class: 8-12 grade
Dates: Ongoing. Fall meeting dates are: Sept. 18, October 16, November 20, December 18,
Registration Deadline: Ongoing
Application/Cost: Free to join
Location: UNO CEC

*Contact Kris Bope at kbope@creightonprep.org for more information.

UNK Pre-Law Day

On Monday, October 23rd, the Department of Political Science will be hosting UNK Pre-Law Day. At the event, students will learn about the UNK Pre-Law program and the various opportunities and benefits associated with it. Specifically, students will have the chance to interact with current students, faculty and local attorneys, hear about potential scholarship opportunities and participate in a simulated classroom experience. Teachers and family are also welcome to attend.

Info: Click here for a flyer about the event.
Audience/Grade/Class: High school students interested in exploring law.
Dates: Monday, October 23
Location: UNK

Click here for a flyer about UNK's Political Science Experiential Learning.

Click here for a flyer about UNK's Political Science Program.

For more information, contact:

Kristine Bope

Student Support Services

School: Ext. 3341