A CLeW offers freshmen students a one-day HOBY-style experience about leadership and community service that connects them with other local high school students and leaders in the community. Most importantly, CLeWs improve students' self-confidence and ability to solve difficult issues. These workshops typically take place in the Fall/Winter. Please see your counselor for more information.
Sophomores will spend 3–4 exciting days exploring leadership from an individual, group, and societal perspective while collaborating with students from throughout the state. Students return from HOBY with a new sense of self-awareness and an elevated confidence in their individual potential. They will be inspired to make a positive impact in their schools and communities and will be equipped with the leadership skills to enable action.
This workshop is typically held in the Spring. Please see your counselor for more information.
Any junior boy or girl who is interested in honing their leadership skills and making life-long connections with other students from across the state while learning about all levels of government should apply for this week-long experience. This takes place on the UNL campus from May 31 - June 6. Application is due to the school counseling office by February 12th!
The purpose of the program is to allow male and female students the opportunity to explore and experience the various aspects of law enforcement training. Students participate in daily calisthenics and receive training in firearms, self-defense, fingerprinting, K-9 handling, accident and criminal investigation, lie detector testing, and state patrol car driving. Students stay at the Nebraska State Patrol Training Academy in Grand Island. The 2026 program will be held in 2 separate sessions, Boys will be June 22nd & 23rd and Girls will be June 24th & 25th. Applications are due to the counseling office by February 20th.
On April 14, 2026, Attorney General Hilgers will host a day-long conference where a selected number of high school juniors and seniors from across the state will have the opportunity to participate in discussion and debate. Topics will range from our U.S. Constitution, rights, responsibilities to critical issues facing students and their communities. Students will hear from AGO Bureau Chiefs, expand their understanding of the legal process in Nebraska, and eat lunch at the Governor’s Residence. Applications are due on or before March 1, 2026. Please visit their website for more information and access to their application.
This event is designed specifically for high school sophomore and junior students who are eager to grow their leadership skills, engage with peers, and be inspired by community leaders and mentors. Through interactive workshops, keynote speakers, collaborative activities, and community service, students will feel empowered to become proactive leaders in their schools and communities. Registration closes on March 1st. Please see your school counselor for more information.