Resume Rubric

Complete the attached form to highlight your leadership, academics, and service experiences during your high school years, describing your leadership positions, academic honors, IB/AP/dual enrollment courses, and approximate amount of community service hours for each service involvement activity.

Steps to compete rubric:

1. Download resume rubric here.

2. Input all pertinent information.

3. Save document.

4. Upload document.

Project

Choose one (1) of the following two (2); 500 word minimum.

1. Describe a community service project or experience that has required you to sustain your commitment over an extended period of time. Please include: a) the specific leadership actions that you experienced in this project and b) explain your motivation for of your commitment.

2. In order to demonstrate extended commitment to a task or achievement in a leadership position, you may submit a portfolio regarding your project. The portfolio may include an audio or videotape, promotional materials including press releases, flyers, or photos, etc. Please include a detailed written description of the project. If you are unable to upload your project click here for mailing information.

Essay

Choose one (1) of the following four (4); 500 word minimum.

1. What are your future leadership goals?

2. What do you plan to contribute and obtain from LEAD Scholars?

3. Who is your favorite leader in history? Why?

4. In your own words, explain your philosophy on leadership and provide examples. (In essence, how do you lead?)

Letter of Recommendation

The letter of recommentdation should be from a high school administrator (principal, vice principal, guidance counselor, student council advisor, program or organization advisor) or a community advisor who can attest to your leadership experience. In lieu of a letter, you may also use the standard evaluation form here. If you are unable to upload a letter of recommendation or our standard form, click here for mailing information.