CLD Volunteer Opportunities

CLD Special Events:

Join the CLD s= taff at special events as a volunteer! Volunteers are needed to assist with registration, ushering, set up and tear down, marketing/recruitment table, = and other opportunities during program orientations, graduation ceremonies, the= CLD Minority Achievers Dinner, Youth Empowerment Walk, Golf Outing and at India= na Black Expo.

Volunteer commitment:

· During the special events. For more information please contact Carolyn Ladd at (317) 923-8111, extension 307.

Administrative Support:

CLD has a small full-time staff ready to welcome volunteers who are able to provide administrative support for our major mailings, telephone campaigns, student registrations, filing and other projects.

Volunteer commitment:

·      =    During busi= ness hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

·      =    Some evenin= gs or weekends.

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Hall monitors:

During Self Discovery Career/ Exploration Project CLD would welcome an adult presence to monitor the halls

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Volunteer commitment:

·      =    During fall= and spring sessions of Self Discovery /Career Exploration Project <= o:p>

·= ;      =    Some evenin= gs or weekends.

·         Fall sessio= n: September through December

o&nb= sp; Monday, Tue= sday, Wednesday, or Thursday 6 to 7:3= 0 p.m. or

o&nb= sp; Saturday 10= a.m. to 11:30 p.m. or 1 to 2:30 p.m.=

·         Spring sess= ion: January through April ( same days and times as fall sess= ion)

·         For more information please contact Carolyn Ladd at (317) 923-8111, extension 307. <= o:p>

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One Day Programs and Initiatives:

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Role Model/Career Advisor: 6^th- 12^th graders

This one-day p= rogram invites parents and students to learn about careers of interest and interes= ting careers. Role Models are professionals with outstanding character and leadership in their field. They are selected to provide infor= mative sessions detailing the journey to their career and the daily experiences and challenges of their profession.

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·         One day = 211; 3^rd Sunday in March from 1 to 5:30 p.m.

·         Requirement: Ability to speak publically, engage an audience of 6^th to 12th graders and parents, prepare and present an interesting program with hand outs. Able to influence their organization to provide job shadowing, volunteer opportunities or other car= eer related experiences within their organization for CLD students. =

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CLD College Prep Conference and College Fair:

CLD host a col= lege prep conference and college fair on a Saturday in July. This one-day conference has dynamic sessions preparing students and parents for the entire college process from enrollment, admission, to the first day on campus followed by a college and career fair.

     Volunteer commitment:

·         One day, on= a Saturday in July from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

·         Day of opportunities: Registration, directional assistance, classroom monitors, distribution and collection of information.

·         Pre-event opportunities include administrative assignments at the CLD office prior to= the event.

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Jr. Self-Discovery/Career Exploration Project: <= /span>4^th-6^th graders=

Young people a= re now facing more challenges than ever before. Through interaction with peers and facilitators, the youth begin a journey leading to success, receiving tools= to overcome barriers that prohibit academic achievement. Students will gain an understanding of how to communicate well, how to study effectively and how = to transition successfully from elementary school to junior high school. =

Volunteer commitment:

·         8 consecuti= ve Saturdays August through September.

·         9 a.m. to 1= 1:30 a.m. or 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

·         Facilitator= Training: 3^rd Thursday in July from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Center for Leadership Development.

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Precious Miss Program: 6<= sup>th-8^th grade females only

The Precious Miss program is ju= st for young ladies! Students learn = how to strengthen and maintain good character, learn about themselves, explore friendships and relationships, develop a positive body image and increase t= heir self esteem. Participants develop coping skills they will need when interac= ting with their peers and adults. Classes are facilitated by adult professional African-American females.

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Volunteer commitment:

·         8 consecuti= ve Saturdays October through December.

·         9 a.m. to 1= 1:30 a.m. or 12 to 2:30 p.m.

·         Facilitator= Training: 3^rd Wednesday in September from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Center for Leadership Development.

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Project MR. (Male Responsibility)= : 7<= sup>th-10^th grade males only

This all-male program shows how= young men can set goals, make healthy lifestyle choices, work cooperatively with peers and adults and communicate effectively. Students learn how they can handle pressures that lead to bad decisions and how to recognize the consequences of their choices before making them. Classes are facilitated by adult professional African-American men.

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·= ;      =    6 consecutive Saturdays

o   spring session: April through May or

o   fall session: October through Nove= mber

·= ;      =    9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

·= ;      =    Facilitator Training: 2^nd Saturday in March from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Center for Leadership Development.

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Imani Book Club: 6<= sup>th-12^th graders

The goal of the CLD Book Club i= s to improve literacy by fostering a positive self-image and nurturing a love an= d an appreciation for the written word. Students read 2 books and engage in writ= ten and oral activities such as presentations, debates, journaling and keeping a vocabulary log.

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·= ;      =    6 consecutive Tuesdays June through July.

·= ;      =    6 to 8 p.m.

·= ;      =    Facilitator Training: TBD from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Center for Leadership Development.

Success Prep: 8^th graders entering into 9^th grade

Do you know what it takes to be successful throughout high school and go on to college? This program, for students and their parents or guardians, answers that question, by providing information on high school academic expectations, study skills, time management, peer pressure and how to successfully enter college.

Volunteer commitment:

·= ;      =    4 consecutive Saturdays in June.

·= ;      =    9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

·= ;      =    Facilitator Training: 3^rd Thursday in May from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Center = for Leadership Development.

Self-Discovery/Career Exploration Project (SD/CE= ):10^th-12^th graders

Who am I? Where am I going? How do I get there? Students learn and understand CLD’s Principles for Success: Character Development, Educational Excellence, Leadership Effectiveness, Community Service and Career Achievem= ent. Students will learn how to improve communication, study effectively, increa= se leadership competence, exhibit behaviors of successful individuals, identify college and career options and requirements and understand how to recognize= and overcome barriers to success. Students also complete a Leadership Service Project. It is a prerequisite= to the following CLD programs: Business Orientation Project, Rawls Scholars Me= dicine Initiative, College Prep Institute, and College Prep Intern Project.

V= olunteer commitment:

·         13 consecut= ive sessions in both the fall and the spring

·         Fall sessio= n: September through December

o&nb= sp; Monday, Tue= sday, Wednesday, or Thursday 6 to 8:3= 0 p.m. or

o&nb= sp; Saturday 10= a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 1 to 3 p.m.

·         Spring sess= ion: January through April (same d= ays and times as fall session)

·         Facilitator= Training: TBD

Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) Preparation Cours= e: 10= ^th-12^th graders

Is it possible= to score 2400 on the SAT? Of course! The program instructs students on each section of the SAT: critical reading, writing and math. Students learn about the test format, directions for the = test segments, how to prioritize test-taking procedures and how to make the best= use of test time. This program is= held on 6 consecutive Saturdays in August 6 through September 10.

     V= olunteer commitment:

·         6 consecuti= ve Saturdays August through September.

·         10 a.m. to = 12:30 p.m.

·         Facilitate = SAT Prep sessions.

·         For more information contact, Tiffany Powell at (317) 923-8111, extension 305.

Business Orientation Project: 10^th-12^th graders

Youth learn ab= out business and entrepreneurship from talented African-American business professionals who bring a wide range of knowledge and ability gained from meeting and overcoming real life challenges. Students learn how to plan the= ir career choice, operate a business, make speeches, write business letters and interview properly.

Volunteer commitment:

·         11 consecut= ive Saturdays January through March.

·         10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

·         Facilitator= s host one business session on an assigned Saturday

·         For more information contact Kenneth McMichel at (317) 923-811, extension 303. =

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College Prep Institute: 10^th-12^th graders and col= lege freshmen

What does it t= ake to be successful in college? What is it going to be like? How do I study? How = do I deal with financial aid? What do I need to know about selecting classes? Students and parents get a comprehensive view of college admission and graduation requirements and learn how to get into college, succeed in colle= ge and graduate. =

Volunteer commitment:

·         8 consecuti= ve session for students on Wednesday and Saturdays, or

·         4 consecuti= ve sessions for parents on Saturdays

·         4 Wednesday= s in June from 6 to 9 p.m.

·         4 Saturdays= in June from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

·         Facilitator= Training: TBD at the Center for Leadership Development.