Habitat for Humanity of the Greater Teton Area

Habitat for Humanity of the Greater Teton Area is now accepting applications for our Summer Associate positions from those interested helping Habitat build simple, decent, affordable homes for low-income families. These 8 positions are funded by AmeriCorps*VISTA, a government service program akin to PeaceCorps. The 8 week service term begins on May 24, 2009 and ends on July 18, 2009. Summer Associates will receive a living allowance of $909 per month, as well as a $1000 AmeriCorps Education Award at the end of their service term. Habitat is accepting applications from local and non-local residents. Interested persons do not need to currently be an AmeriCorps*VISTA member to apply, though if selected for a position, they must complete the online AmeriCorps application. Applicants must have a high school diploma, at minimum.

Habitat has two kinds of positions available, ReStore Associates and Construction Site Associates. Associates will work 5 days a week, Tuesdays through Saturdays, during their service term.

ReStore Associates will work in our ReStore, where we sell donated used and new building materials and household items. ReStore Associates will assist with customer service and retail tasks, help to manage the store, and learn about the mission and goals of Habitat for Humanity. Associates will learn about the role of the ReStore in supporting Habitat's projects as well as the benefits the store brings to the community and the importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling to the environment. Other areas and projects may include interior design, furniture/cabinet building (finish carpentry), recycled art projects, deconstructions, and remodels.

Construction Site Associates will work alongside volunteers and other AmeriCorps members on our construction site in Wilson, helping build a home for a family in need. Associates will learn necessary construction skills, and will be able to lead a small group of volunteers on site by the later part of their term. They will also learn about the mission and goals of Habitat for Humanity, and about its impact on the local community.

Those interested in either of these positions should contact Lauren Conrad, Volunteer Coordinator for more information (call 307-734-0828 or email her at lauren@tetonhabitat.org). Applications will be accepted until Saturday April 25, 2009. Interested parties are encouraged to submit resumes to Lauren via email.

Lakside Summer School

From June 22 until July 31, Lakeside's campuses will be filled with students learning, playing and making new friends. We would love for you to be a part of our Summer School Programs.

From a full-day experience including enrichment, hands-on classes and outside play for students in grades 5 to 8, to sports-specific week-long camps for students in grades 5 to 9, to classes for high-school students, Lakeside offers a wide variety of opportunities.

http://www.lakesideschool.org/body/programs/SummerSchool/

Economics for Leaders- University of Colorado, Boulder, CO

The Economics for Leaders program is a weeklong residential program devoted to the development of future leaders. The goal of the Economics for Leaders program is to give 30 promising students the skills to be more effective leaders and to teach them how to employ economic analysis when considering difficult public policy choices. Given the challenges confronting our nation and, assuming that problems in years to come will be equally consequential, the job of preparing the next generation of leaders may be one of the most important actions we can take now to ensure our well being in the future. The FTE is committed to finding and nurturing those budding leaders.


Application: http://www.fte.org/students/efl/application.php
Info: http://www.fte.org/students/efl/content.htm

Jackson Hole Music Experience's Summer Rock Camp

Jackson Hole Music Experience (JHME) invites aspiring rock musicians of all ages to
register for Rock & Roll Camp 2009 at Colter Elementary School. Celebrating its fifth
year, Rock Camp is a highly popular multi-day program that helps young musicians
develop their musical skills in the context of a real rock band.

“Due to public demand, the world class clinicians, classes, and ensemble workshops that
the kids have enjoyed for the last four years will now be available to adult musicians for
the first time ever,” said JHME board member Andy Calder. In addition to launching the
adult program, Rock Camp 2009 has some great new features for the kids, including a
bigger and longer program for first time participants and a Rookie Program for younger
students. The week-long Rock Camp program will run from July 13-17, 2009. Call
307.733.3970 for more information.

Student Leadership Safari: Uganda, East Africa

You are invited to participate in a thought provoking and exciting summer adventure to East Africa. Known as the “Green Pearl of Africa,” Uganda is an extraordinary balance of culture wildlife and natural resources. Balancing the needs of people and preserving the natural environment is one of Africa’s greatest challenges.

As a volunteer, you will go “behind-the-scenes” to meet inspirational youth leaders committed to transforming their lives and their country. In addition, you will to learn about Africa’s magnificent endangered animals (elephant, giraffe, lion, leopard, rhino, etc….) on safari in the lush Murchison Falls!

For more info, see Cheryl or:
http://www.foundationforgloballeadership.com/

Encounter India, Bringing Students Together

The Mahindra United World College of India (MUWCI) offers participants from around the world an opportunity to come together, work, learn, and experience India through one of the defining features of the College: The Community Interaction Program (CIP)
. This program builds relationships with our surrounding communities based on equity and the mutual sharing of experiences, knowledge, and energy.

This unique experience will be offered between June 28, 2009 and July 18, 2009. During their stay here, participants will have the chance to volunteer and work with various Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) which work in rural grassroots
development. There is also opportunity to travel within India and to discover its culture, hospitality and diversity.

More info at: http://www.muwci.net/triveni/summer.html

VISIONS Service Adventures

"Since 1989 VISIONS has set the standard for international community service summer programs for teens. Our programs for high school students blend hands-on community service, cross-cultural immersion, exploration and adventure in communities in North, Central and South America, the Caribbean West Indies, and Vietnam.

Living with other teenagers in the heart of a host community whose members become familiar friends, you will experience ways of life very different from your own. Immersed in this other culture, you'll awaken to days with a rhythm and substance that push you to tap into and trust your potential."

http://www.visionsserviceadventures.com/

See Cheryl or the Educational Opportunities Bulletin Board for more info.