This year we have streamlined the application process. Simply download the application and complete the contact and general information, read and sign required signature pages, answer the essay questions, and ask someone to complete the recommendation form* for you. Simple, right? We ask for all that information because the staff uses it to help design and prepare the best program for you.

Send in the application and your payment postmarked by April 1 to qualify for the Early Bird Discount and to hold your place.  Upon receipt of your application, MLW will send you a letter and medical forms that must be completed and returned by June 1.

*recommendation forms may arrive after the April 1 deadline if the rest of the application is postmarked by April 1.

MLW and MASC - A Special Bond

Did you know that these two organizations began their histories together? And while MLW is now an independent 501 c 3 non profit organization, we still work with MASC (the Maryland Association of Student Councils) and its members through year-round facilitation, mentoring and support.  In the 2012-2013 school year, MLW facilitated the Advance Conference in August, and presented workshops at the Fall Leadership Conference and will be at the Annual Convention being held in Ocean City.  MLW also attends executive board meetings and other events throughout the year where staff interact with MASC executive board members to mentor, coach and support these student leaders.

LEAD - Leadership Southern Maryland

LEAD is a residential Southern Maryland Youth Leadership Program being held on June 23-26th 2013 at St. Mary's College of Maryland. SMECO, The Patuxent Partnership, SOMDCAN, College of Southern Maryland and generous individual donors all make this program possible.  LEAD is focused on strengthening skills in communication, planning, working in groups, and of course, leadership!  

This is a four-day summer program for high-school students entering grades 10, 11 and 12 who live in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary's Counties.  LAD is focused on strengthening skills in communication, planning, working in groups, and of course, leadership!  Click on the link above for application information.

Journey -  The Womens' Giving Circle of Howard County

At this unique program designed for 8th and 9th grade girls from Howard County,each student identifies her own leadership skills, strengths, and weaknesses in a supportive and fun environment, which fosters increased self-esteem and confidence. The program culminates with a follow on activity in the community in the late summer honoring women leaders. Applications are available on the MLW website.

The SMILE Youth Leadership Academy - The Greater Excellence in Education Foundation (GEEF)

GEEF provides leadership programs to empower Harford County Public School students with the skills to make positive choices, gain self-confidence and learn skills that are critical to their lifelong development. These programs can also help youth understand how effective communication and peer support can enhance individual and group decision-making, the development of trust, and positive risk-taking. An important aspect of the Youth Leadership Academy is each student developing a personal plan that outlines their necessary steps in achieving their post secondary dreams!

You can help make the MLW magic possible for a Maryland Student.

MLW is committed to making our programs available to anyone interested in attending, regardless of ability to pay the tuition.  MLW has established a scholarship fund to make this possible.  

Please do your part to keep the scholarship fund going to spread the magic!  Your contribution of $10 buys a tshirt, $50 provides a guidebook, and $1,200 covers the full costs of the program. 

That's right - currently MLW only charges approximately 2/3 the cost of the program thanks to generous donations from grants and individuals. 

Watch for an exciting announcement coming up that makes it easy and fun to do your part by contributing to the 2013 Scholarship Fund!