Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA) is an intensive residential leadership experience organized by Rotary where you develop your skills as a leader while having fun and making connections. 9th-12th graders are invited to apply and inquire. If interested, please contact Mrs. Malmquist (kali_malmquist@catawbaschools.net) for more information by January 28th.
The HOBY Leadership program is an esteemed opportunity for sophomore students. Leadership seminars, community service activities, team building, and so much more is what is available through HOBY. SSHS is able to nominate two students to participate in the program, so please contact Mrs. Malmquist (kali_malmquist@catawbaschools.net) by March 12th.
The University of North Georgia's Corps of Cadets will host National Leadership Challenge (NLC) Weekend March 27-29, 2026, for JROTC cadets and other high school students who are considering a military program in college.
Students will rappel down a sheer rock cliff at the Army's Mountain Ranger Camp in Dahlonega, construct a rope bridge across a mountain stream, negotiate obstacle and leadership reaction course elements, observe demonstrations by UNG cadet organizations and meet some of our cadets. They will be assigned to small teams with current UNG cadets mentoring and guiding them through the weekend's events.
For more information and to apply online, please visit this site.