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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
 
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 A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN


 

 Welcome to the Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) Website.  My name is Jerry Hanen, and I am the Chairman of RYLA for 2010-2012.  About 4 years ago I joined Rotary after attending meetings to form a new club.  I quickly learned that there were many youth programs through Rotary and since that is my passion I thought that I should check it out.  My daughter was selected as a RYLA delegate so I went to the camp for a day just to see what it was about.  I thought that it looked like a great program and let the chairman know that I was interested in becoming more involved.  Long story short, I became much more involved.  I have found what I believe to be the best leadership training around for high school students.  I have seen lives changed as a result of this 3 day weekend, most personally, my own daughter's life.  The RYLA experience has changed my life as well.  I know that for the next 3 years as chairman my life will be much different.  It will be much busier, but I will be doing something that I love. 
 
As you consider applying to be a delegate, be prepared for a life changing experience.  As I read through the evaluations from last year I don't know how many times that I read of delegates who came with a negative attitude, but left with a whole new enthusiasm.  If you feel that you have leadership potential and a desire to make the most of that potential, please take the time to apply to be a delegate.  It is a weekend full of fun, friendship and learning that you will never forget.  
 
I look forward to seeing you at RYLA.
 
 
Jerry Hanen
RYLA 5490 Chairman
623-236-6501
 
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