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The Urban League of Lexington-Fayette County invites students to participate in our
Youth Innovation Pipeline! This program encourages students to identify challenges in their communities and develop creative, innovative solutions.
Application due Friday, November 20th, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Along the way, students will have the opportunity to develop leadership and workforce skills, connect with mentors and industry professionals, and learn how to turn their ideas into a real-world impact. Even more exciting, finalists will have an opportunity to receive funding to implement their ideas and make a positive difference in our community!
Application (must be completed in one session)
Murray State University Commonwealth Honors Academy
Learn. Have Fun. Earn College Credit.
June 12 - July 2, 2027
The Commonwealth Honors Academy is a three-week academic enrichment experience held every June on Murray State University’s main campus in Murray, KY. You’ll live on campus while you take college-level honors classes and participate in fun activities and seminars to help you grow personally and socially.
Aside from academics, CHA gives you the opportunity to make friends with intelligent, enthusiastic, and energetic students from different areas and with different backgrounds.
You’re eligible to attend the Commonwealth Honors Academy if you meet the basic requirements.
are or will be at least 16 years old
be a current high school junior
have a 3.5 or higher GPA
have a 25 Composite ACT (or the equivalent) View Test Score Equivalencies
and you are eager to grow - academically and personally.
The Kentucky Governor's Scholars Program (GSP) is a five-week summer residential program for Kentucky students completing their junior year in high school. To be eligible to apply and be selected as a Governor's Scholar, a student must:
Be in the 11th grade at the time of selection and intend to return to a Kentucky school district for the next year (Early Graduates are not eligible)
Be a current resident of Kentucky
Have taken the ACT, PSAT, or SAT in the 9th, 10th, or 11th grades
Students interested in applying should visit the GSP Website to review the following:
All Students from Dunbar who plan to apply must complete the Intent to Apply google form
Join PLD PARENT SQUARE group for relevant updates, deadlines and tips/tricks.
Contact GSP coordinator, Callie Donovan, callie.donovan@fayette.kyschools.us. with any questions.
Applications September 15th - February 28th
The Venture & Tech Summer Program (VTSP) is a 6-week high school innovation academy. VTSP offers an unparalleled opportunity for ambitious, high-achieving high school students to immerse themselves in the innovation ecosystem. This selective online program exposes students to cutting-edge startups across diverse industries, providing hands-on experience in the most competitive fields. Participants work in small groups, meet founders, and gain mentorship and real-world exposure to technology, business strategy, innovation, and leadership.
The Venture & Tech Summer Program runs entirely online across two, six-week summer sessions:
Session I: June 8 to July 16, 2027
Session II: July 5 to August 13, 2027
Leading up to the official start date, admitted program participants will be invited to exclusive, virtual networking opportunities and fireside chats with various entrepreneurs, investors, and faculty.
Tuition for the 6-week program is $4750, regardless of whether a student enrolls in Session I or Session II. There is also a $35 application fee. Financial aid scholarships are available based on a holistic review of both demonstrated need and merit.
c9c76ed2-b173-4000-9850-5b2b6b475aec.pdfNOBY Youth Leadership Seminars
Nominations are now OPEN for our state leadership seminars! Selecting sophomores for this outstanding opportunity can be truly life-changing. We hope you will join us as we create a positive impact with youth leaders!
Since 1958, HOBY Youth Leadership has provided transformative leadership development training to over 500,000 high school students around the world. Our seminars guide students through three phases of leadership—personal, group, and service. These seminars educate 8,500+ students each year as they embrace a better sense of their leadership abilities, tangible ways to lead diverse groups, and a challenge to serve their communities.
If interested please send your resume to melissa.long@fayette.kyschools.us by December 1st. After which our school will nominate two sophomores for this outstanding youth leadership opportunity.
The opportunities listed on this page are independent opportunities and may not be affiliated with Fayette County Public Schools or Paul Laurence Dunbar High School in any way. This list is provided solely as a resource and compilation of opportunities that have been shared with the PLD Counseling Office. Students and families are encouraged to review all eligibility requirements and application details directly with each opportunity provider.
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