Summer

Leaders In Training Program

Summer Program Leader In Training Opportunities

Each year as we gear up for our Summer Program at Open Window School, we are looking for interested teens to support the excellent summer programs as Leaders In Training (LITs). Some LITs are older siblings or Open Window School alumni and others come from the greater Eastside community. We welcome applications from all who are interested. Participation in the application process is not a guarantee of placement in the program. A maximum of 20 students will be selected to participate in this program.

The Open Window Summer Leader In Training (LIT) Program is designed to offer students comprehensive classroom experience as a mentor to students and an assistant to teachers. LITs are campers with leadership responsibilities and can have a profound impact on a student’s experience. Under the guidance of the LIT Director, LITs will attend training sessions, learn how to be an effective LIT, model positive camp behavior, undergo performance evaluations, participate in self-evaluations, and provide general camp support as needed. Upon successful completion of the program, LIT hours will be validated as volunteer hours to meet school requirements.

How to Apply:

All applicants must be willing to commit to a total of 3 weeks during the Summer Program as noted below.
- Week 1 (June 30- July 3) – full-day group training on Leadership and how to be an effective LIT.
- Option 1 OR 2:
  - Weeks 2 and 3 (July 7-11 and July 14-18)
  - Weeks 4 and 5 (July 21-25 and July 28-August 1)

L.I.T Fees:

$300 Tuition for 3 weeks

The LIT fee covers the cost of group training sessions and one-to-one guidance LITs will receive from the LIT Director.

Responsibilities

Attend and participate in all training opportunities and LIT meetings.
Understand, embody, and promote the OWS Bobcat Virtues.
Proactively assist teachers and engage with students and classroom activities.
Assist with transitions to and from snack and recess, and with recess itself.
Learn recess rules to help kids stay safe at recess.
Report any concerns to the Summer Program Director or LIT Director.
Maintain focus on role as a LIT throughout every day.

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Open Window School

6128 168th Place SE,
Bellevue, WA 98006
Phone: 425.747.2911
Email: ows@ows.org

Open Window School provides a challenging academic curriculum blended with nurturing support from teachers that prepares students for long-term success.