To graduate, participants are expected to attend at least 85% of the scheduled program. Days are 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., unless noted.
2026 Dates
Kickoff/Orientation – Mandatory
Tuesday, August 18
Health & Human Services
Tuesday, September 8
Tourism
Tuesday, October 20
Education
Tuesday, November 10
Local Government
Tuesday, January 12
Economic Development
Tuesday, February 9
State Government, Overnight Mandatory
Wed/Thurs, March 10-11* (overnight to Montgomery back by 7 p.m.)
Agriculture
Tuesday, April 13
Public Safety
Tuesday, May 11
Graduation
Thursday, May 13
*Dates subject to change
In addition, class members must participate in a Community Service Project that will require time commitment outside of class, as well as complete 4 additional requirements which include attending one of each: Chamber Event/Function, Government Function and an Education Function and working at a Community Event. Class members are also expected to co-chair at least one program the year following their graduation.