RYLA+ (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) prepares you for your life as a leader in this world. With the majority of jobs in the United States currently being at least hybrid, it is important for students to learn how to lead in every environment so opportunities won't be missed. Because we want to see you succeed in life, we have designed RYLA+ to teach leadership skills in multiple environments-- part virtual, part in-person, fully active, RYLA+ is a student retreat experience like no other, which allows you to explore your leadership qualities and to understand the qualities of others. Attendees learn how to most effectively utilize everyone on the team and how to stay sane in this crazy, busy world. Students participate in challenging activities, explore character qualities and learn about what it takes to be a leader in the community. We accomplish all of this in unique and fun ways.  

Each year, students come together from the across the district for a leadership experience like no other. Camp RYLA is 100% free to you! Rotarians cover all costs. Because of this, we are only looking for students who are committed and are up for the fun and the challenge. If this is you, please scroll down and tell us about yourself.

Your completed form will be submitted to your local Rotary Club for review. Local Rotary Clubs decide how many students they wish to sponsor and who they sponsor. If selected, you will be emailed an acceptance letter. By filling out this form, you agree that if you are selected, you will make RYLA+ the priority for the duration of the retreat (October 10-12,14-16: October 10-12 are held in a digital environment, evenings only. October 14-16 will be the in-person, overnight at Camp WOW in Stuart County, OK.)

It is possible that not every student who applies will be accepted. It's essential that you are available and willing to participate in the entire event, and that your application is complete and timely for optimal consideration.