Leadership Institute for Future Teachers (LIFT)

The Leadership Institute for Future Teachers (LIFT) is a five-day, invitational program for students of color and bilingual students who are rising high school seniors in North Carolina and who are interested in enhancing their leadership skills and exploring a potential career in education. Students will delve into the field of education through engaging in field-based school activities, interacting with leaders in education and exploring career options in education and related fields.

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Event Information

When: Sunday, July 26 to Thursday, July 31, 2020

Sunday, July 26: Orientation
Monday, July 27-Thursday, July 30: LIFT Program
Friday, July 31: Closing Program

Where: Virtual

Cost: All expenses paid

What: A five-day, invitational program for bilingual students and students of color who are interested in exploring a potential career in education

Who: For academically-competitive students of color and bilingual students in North Carolina who are rising seniors in high school interested in education. They can be self-nominated or be nominated by high school counselors, teachers or principals to participate in the program.

Why LIFT

Engage in intensive and innovative activities
Interact with statewide leaders in education
Enhance communication and leadership skills to be competitive for statewide and national scholarships
Develop friendships with like-minded high school students across the state
Be mentored by current NC State students who will serve as program co-facilitators
Receive ongoing encouragement and support after the program through digital engagement

LIFT Family Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Leadership Institute for Future Teachers (LIFT)?

The virtual LIFT program will be held Monday, July 27-Thursday, July 30th. Our closing program will be held on Friday, July 31st. A student and parent/guardian orientation will take place on Sunday, July 26, 2020.

Is there a cost involved?

. LIFT is cost free to all participants.

What will be my commitment or involvement?

To make sure your participant shows up every day and with a positive attitude!

Will my participant have to come to campus this summer?

. No. In order to ensure the safety of all participants, all LIFT summer programs and activities will be held online.

What will a virtual program look like?

Participants will log on to the virtual meeting platform (called ZOOM) with links provided by the program administrators. Through this meeting platform, participants will engage in small and large group discussions, breakout groups to work on projects, and will hear from local, state, and national leaders about issues surrounding leadership in the classroom.

What are the benefits of my participant being in LIFT?

. Participants will have an opportunity to:

learn about leadership development,
engage with other students from around North Carolina,
interact with an education mentor (E-mentor) throughout their senior year
attend a fall and spring LIFT Academy to help them become competitive for scholarships and better understand the college admission process

If I cannot attend the mandatory orientation on July 26th, can I send someone?

Yes. If a parent/guardian is unable to attend, please designate a trusted adult (family member or friend) with whom we can communicate information about the program. Since LIFT is being held online, this person or persons can reside anywhere in the USA!