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Teen Heroes
Criteria and Application
Deadline for Applying: April 1, 2010

Application for membership in the Teen Hero program is open to Wichita youth (USD259)
who submit this application before the deadline, reside in the City of Wichita, and are high school
students. Applicants must be high school juniors entering into their senior for the 2010-
2011 school year.

Mission
We primarily serve as mentors, tutors, and motivational speakers to youth in the greater Wichita community, with a particular focus to serving at risk youth.

Purpose
To provide Wichita youth an opportunity to encourage other youth and be a role model to their
peers and others in the community.

Requirements
A high school student will be selected from each of the 11 schools in the USD 259 school district.
Selections will be made based on the following:

  • Interest in participating in the Teen Hero program
  • Academic and Community Achievement
  • Leadership potential
  • Feedback from references
  • Commitment to participate a minimum of 2 hours per month
  • Maintain GPA Requirement, 2.5
  • Completion of service year  - June 1st  through May 31st
  • Ability and willingness to speak in front of large groups


Benefits
Teen Heroes will be a great benefit to the many students of Wichita. This program will provide an
opportunity for students to:

  • Receive a $500 scholarship1
  • Participate on the Teen Hero Radio Show – Power 93.9
  • Obtain community service hours
  • Annual Out of town trip
  • Receive a positive mentorship from a professional in the community

1Student must participate for the full service year and enroll in a college or trade school to receive $500 scholarship.


To apply:


  1. Complete and sign this application (Please print or type).
  2. Obtain your parent’s or legal guardian’s signature, giving you permission to participate (This is a different form.You will be redirected to the parent / legal guardian form after you complete this one.  A link to the form is also available on the home page).
  3. Official copy of your academic transcript.
  4. Mail or deliver this application by April 1, 2010, to:
Real Men, Real Heroes
Atwater Neighborhood City Hall
2755 E. 19th St N.
Wichita, Kansas 67214

If you have questions, please contact Atwater Neighborhood City Hall at (316) 303-8017.

Name (*)

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Age (*)

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Current GPA (*)

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School (*)

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Current Grade Level (*)

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Home Address (*)

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Zip (*)

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Telephone (*)

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Cell

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E-mail

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The following question is asked to gauge the diversity of applicants

Race or ethnic background

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Name a leader in your own community and explain why you think this person is an example of an excellent leader. What characteristics do him/her posses that make them such a leader? (*)

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Why would you like to become a Teen Hero? (*)

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What personal skills and characteristics do you possess that would make you a good Teen Hero? (*)

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What does Hero mean to you? (*)

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What other activities are you involved in? (*)

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Will you be available to meet the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 5:00pm? (*)

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Are there any obstacles (work, sports, transportation, family, etc.) that would prevent you from meeting your volunteer commitment? Volunteer commitments would include Saving Our Sons tutoring program twice a month and Teen Hero Radio show taping once a week (rotational). (*)

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Do you have transportation?2 (*)

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Please list two adult references (not related), a faculty member of your current school and a person who has known you and worked with you in school or non-school activities. Please have them complete and submit the Teen Hero Recommendation form (*)

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Please rank the following skills sets (1-5, 5 being the highest):

Communication Skills (*)

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Leadership Skills (*)

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Ability to speak in front of large groups (*)

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Experience in public speaking (*)

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Conducting Interviews (*)

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2Transportation needs for female teen heroes will not be provided by members of Real Men Real Heroes. Real Men Real Heroes has partnered with female organizations to assist in this capacity.


Teen Hero Activities


Elementary/Middle School - Site Visits School visits will require Teen Heroes to go out to different elementary and middle schools to speak with youth about making good choices, the importance of education, and the role of a good student. Teen Heroes will partner with an adult Hero at each of the visits.


Tutoring/Mentoring - Teen Heroes will serve as tutors and mentors to elementary and middle school youth at the Atwater Center.


Public Speaking - Teen Heroes will partner with a Hero to go out and give motivational speeches at many venues in the Wichita community (i.e. local churches, businesses).


Community Service - Real Men, Real Heroes will identify community service projects throughout the year to participate in. This program allows the organization to give back to the community and make a difference in the life of youth and adults (i.e. Community Unity Day, Black Expo, Juneteenth Parade).


Teen Hero Talk – Power 93.9 Morning Show - Teen Heroes will participate on a radio talk show discussing issues that impact the youth of today.


Teen Hero Meetings - Teen Heroes will be required to attend a 1-hour Teen Hero meeting. Teen Heroes will be required to attend training sessions during the summer to prepare them for speaking engagements during the school year.

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