Candler Youth Leadership Program applications for the 2025-2026 school year have opened! Deadline to register for this leadership fundamentals program is August 29!
This program is sponsored each school year by the Metter-Candler Chamber of Commerce for students in 10th, 11th, and 12th grades. The students will be chosen based on their application, resume and teacher recommendation. During this eight-month program, students will have the opportunity to learn more about our community through leadership workshops, team building, local tours and community service projects - all while learning the foundation of what becoming a great leader is all about.
Applicants must be a resident of Candler County classified as a high school sophomore, junior, or senior at Metter High School, Metter College & Career Academy, David Emanuel Academy, Pinewood Christian Academy or Bulloch Academy. If the student attends Metter High School/Metter College & Career Academy, but lives outside of the county, she/he may apply as well.
Applications must be returned to the Metter-Candler Chamber of Commerce or Candler County Extension Office by Friday, August 29, 2025 at 5:00 pm. Late applications will not be accepted. Applications can be found at https://5il.co/3nv18
If you have any questions, please email the Metter-Candler Chamber of Commerce office at CandlerYouthLeadership@gmail.com or call them at (912) 685-2159.