Application
To be considered for selection, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Live or work in Pasco County
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Demonstrate a strong commitment and motivation to apply their leadership skills for the long-term benefit of Pasco County
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Have the full support of the organization, corporation, or company they represent
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Value and support community diversity
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Show a willingness to participate in key volunteer and/or appointed leadership roles addressing important community issues
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Be committed to playing a personal role in helping shape the future of Pasco County
All applications are subject to confirmation by the Leadership Pasco Board of Directors. Applicants not selected are encouraged to reapply in a future year.
Attendance & Travel Requirements
Leadership Pasco sessions are held monthly from August through May and typically run as all-day sessions from 8 AM to 5 PM.
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Sessions take place at various locations throughout Pasco County and surrounding areas
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Tentative schedule is available online; schedules are subject to change
Each session is planned and coordinated by Leadership Pasco alumni volunteers. Leadership Pasco is supported by generous sponsorships from local businesses and organizations, whose financial and in-kind contributions are essential to the program’s success. Participants are encouraged to express appreciation to these supporters.
Attendance Agreement
Attendance at the September two-day Bus Tour and January Team Building Sessions is mandatory.
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Participants may miss no more than two days (16 hours) of scheduled sessions
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Program planning, reservations, and logistics are based on full participation
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Participants who miss more than 16 hours will not graduate with their class
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Tuition is non-refundable
If you are unable to meet these attendance expectations, it may not be in your best interest to apply at this time.
Class Project, Fundraising, and Alumni Event meetings are scheduled at the discretion of the class and may occur at the end of a session day or on an alternate date. It is the responsibility of class members to coordinate and actively participate to ensure the success of these initiatives.
100% attendance is strongly encouraged.
Tuition
Program tuition is $2,500, payable by July 1.
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Participants who have not submitted payment by July 1 may be asked to withdraw
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Tuition includes course materials, the SIMSOC book, meals, select transportation, facilities, and speakers
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Tuition may be tax deductible as a business expense; please consult your tax advisor
Cancellation & Transfer Policy
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Program tuition is non-refundable
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Tuition may be applied to enrollment in a future Leadership Pasco program
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Tuition may be transferable to another participant, pending approval by the Recruiting Chair, Recruiting Committee, and Board of Directors
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If a transfer is not approved, funds will be applied to a future program enrollment
Scholarships
Partial tuition scholarships may be available for participants representing nonprofit organizations. Scholarship needs should be indicated on the application.
Participants who receive a scholarship are asked to assume additional class responsibilities, such as serving as a historian, photographer, newsletter liaison, correspondent, or website liaison.
Important Dates
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Application Deadline: May 15
(Applications submitted after May 15 will be considered for the following class year) -
Application Review Period: Mid-May to early June
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Applicant Notifications: Mid-June to late June
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Tuition Payment Due: July 1
Apply today and take the next step in shaping Pasco County’s future.