LFS Adult Class
Leadership for Five Seasons develops future leaders for our community
The Adult Leadership for Five Seasons program is a 10-month experience limited to 35 selected applicants each year that runs from August through May. Adult LFS empowers participants with a comprehensive understanding of our community’s challenges and opportunities, while also providing broader knowledge of our region and the role future leaders can play as engaged citizens. Participants spend one Friday each month, outside of work, participating in customized leadership training and traveling within the city to learn about different aspects of the community. See below for the list of industry days and other commitments that each class member will participate in.
- Overnight Retreat (August)
- History Day
- Agriculture Day
- Human Needs Day
- Arts & Culture Day
- Entrepreneurial Day
- Health & Wellness Day
- Economic Development Day
- Government Day
- Education Day
- Class Project Day & Graduation (May)
Annual Application Process
Applications for Adult LFS are open each year during the month of April. The application includes an applicant form with several short answer questions and 2 letters of recommendation (one from the applicant’s supervisor and one from another reference). Employers must be supportive of the candidate being out of work for the above industry days and LFS commitments. Tuition to participate in LFS is $2300 which goes towards meals, parking, program materials, and the transportation and overnight accommodations for the retreat. While employers often sponsor the individual’s tuition, 2 full tuition scholarships are available each year.
All individuals who complete an application for the LFS Adult program will receive an interview with 2 members of the selection committee which is comprised of program alumni.
The best way to prepare for applications before they open on April 1st is to educate yourself and your letter writers on the program, obtain support for the time off and funding from your employer, and reflect on your community involvement and leadership experience. LFS is looking for professionals who have volunteer experience in the community and additional capacity to become more involved. Individuals who have not taken part in any community or leadership organizations outside of their job are encouraged to do so prior to applying for LFS.
For additional questions, contact Rebecca Sullens.
Meet the Class of 2025
And a big thank you to all the sponsors and employers who make this incredible community program happen. We can’t wait to see all the great things our class of 2025 does!
Thank you to our LFS Adult Scholarship Sponsors
