Johns Creek, GA - Student Leadership Johns Creek (SLJC) is making significant strides in youth leadership development during its 13th year, providing students with invaluable real-world experiences across government, judicial, and technology sectors.
In November, students from the class of 2026 embarked on a series of transformative educational experiences that offered insights into local and state government operations. The month began with students visiting the City of Johns Creek, gaining firsthand knowledge about municipal governance.
A subsequent expedition took students to downtown Atlanta, where they engaged with prominent local leaders and institutions. Fulton County Commissioner Bridget Thorne provided an overview of county government, followed by a visit to the Fulton County Superior Court. There, Judge Rachelle Carnesale enlightened students about the intricacies of the judicial system.
The day's journey continued at the State Capitol, where students toured the historic building and museum. In an unexpected highlight, they encountered Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, who discussed recent electoral processes with the group. The educational tour concluded at Atlanta Tech Village, where students explored the dynamic world of technology start-ups.
SLJC recently received exciting news from the Library of Congress, which has funded their grant proposal for a podcast project titled "History in our Backyard: Names and Places of Georgia." Students are already diligently researching primary and secondary sources for this innovative historical documentation effort.
Looking forward, SLJC has opened applications for the class of 2027, marking a significant expansion by including Alpharetta High School in its program, thus including all Alpharetta high schools in the program. The organization hints at upcoming exciting changes that promise to further enhance its leadership training approach.
"We continue to be committed to providing our students with extraordinary opportunities to learn, grow, and understand the complex systems that shape our community," said Irene Sanders, Executive Director of Student Leadership Johns Creek.
The organization invites interested students and families to stay tuned for more details about their upcoming initiatives and the "History in our Backyard" podcast project.
For media inquiries or further information, please contact: Irene Sanders, Executive Director, sanders@leadershipjohnscreek.com, 404-406-0480
About Student Leadership Johns Creek:
Student Leadership Johns Creek is a prestigious program designed to cultivate leadership skills and foster civic engagement among high school students in the Johns Creek, Roswell and Alpharetta area. Through leadership learning, community service projects, and mentorship opportunities, the two-year program empowers young leaders to make a positive impact in their community and beyond.
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