Our son is currently attending Syracuse University and is majoring in political science and business. He LOVES it and got a 3.3 GPA his first semester. LeadAmerica played a big part in his admission to Syracuse. Thanks!-

Mrs. Velma B.

"I don't think I've ever seen her more excited about anything... The way the program was run and the people that she met exceeded any of our already high expectations."

- Mr. Paul S.

"My son participated in the "Law and Justice" program. He says it was the most rewarding learning experience of his life. His father and I are grateful."

- Mary Lou A., Ed.D

"The LeadAmerica program was so very well supervised; academicallly challenging; socially rewarding; and overall an A+ experience. LeadAmerica offers an incredible opportunity to young, intelligent students. Our daughter left the program much more confident in herself, her thoughts and her convictions. Great, great experience!!!!"

- Barb L.

“This conference has awakened a desire for learning that was not there before.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Ken E., Hartselle, AL

“We, as parents, felt so proud. We spent our hard-earned money for such a good cause.”

- Ms. Patricia M., Lihue, HI

“Great growing experience.”

- Ms. Freda D., Edgewood, MD

“I felt it was a wonderful experience for my daughter. It will have a life long positive effect on her. Thank you!!”

- Ms. Deb B., Norristown, PA

“She hasn’t stopped thanking us for sending her.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Gregg & Lynette S., Glendive, MT

“Thank you for an excellent program and a first-rate experience.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Michael & Anne P., Myerstown, PA

“[The CSLC] adds a useful credential to her student resume to aid her to be competitive when she attempts to be selected for the U.S. Air Force Academy.”

- Mr. & Mrs. J.C. T., Sand Springs, OK

“I felt honored my child was picked and rewarded for his volunteerism and academics. It showed him that hard work pays off…”

- Mr. & Mrs. C. Woodson W., Pickerington, OH

“My husband is Chief of Police… When [our son] was invited to attend this conference, he contacted community businesses to sponsor him as a youth leader. It took two phone calls to get commitments for the funds to attend this conference. This is a spectacular conference. I would recommend it to any outstanding and leader quality student… [Our son] had a spectacular experience at this conference… His is exact quote was ‘Chief, this was a life changing experience.’ And I believe that it was.”

- Mrs. Cheryl P., MI

“[She] realized that she and others like her are very special and very important to this country’s future.”

- Mr. Tim H., CA

“Great to see teenagers so focused and motivated!”

- Mr. & Mrs. Neel B., Houston, TX

“I feel that she is more likely to be an informed and active citizen.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Dennis M., Wheaton, IL

“My daughter thoroughly enjoyed the CSLC experience… this experience gave her an understanding that she can be a leader in the future.”

- Ms. Nancey D., Alexandria, VA

“It made her realize she is capable of doing anything as long as she uses leadership skills and sets goals. It provided an incentive to work hard and set goals for the future.”

- Mr. John C., Macomb, MI

“It was an incredible experience. My son could not stop talking about his trip, from beginning to end. The truly amazing part is that everyone is keeping up with each other.”

- Ms. Bonita C., Winston Salem, NC

“This experience is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity that I know my daughter will cherish forever.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Ketan B., Canton, MI

“My daughter gained very insightful knowledge about her chosen field of study that enabled her to make an informed decision regarding her future choices of colleges and even her eventual career. This was ten days that will follow her for a lifetime!”

- Ms. Shana S., Yorktown, TX

“Wow! [Our daughter] had a wonderful enriching time… Thank you for a great program. I also loved that she experienced college for 10 days.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Richard P., Southold, NY

“It is a great feeling to send your child away for ten days and when you speak with her you hear enthusiasm in her voice for all that she is doing.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Jim M., Oconomowoc, WI

“The CSLC experience helped Marc to be more self-confident and outgoing. He seems more mature and responsible in his behavior. Also, he met many young people who have positive goals.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Carell N., Columbus, OH

“Just going on this trip was a big step for [my son]… the biggest thing he learned was that ‘I can do anything.’ I was moved.”

- Ms. Janet C., Palm Harbor, FL

“Very glad I had the choice to send my son to the NJLC. Since he definitely returned as a matured person with lots of self confidence, knowledge and positive thinking.”

- Ms. Homa Y., Cincinnati, OH

“I just wanted to write and tell you how impressed I was with your program. My daughter had such a wonderful time. When she called me every night I was very impressed with what she had done or learned that day.”

- Ms. Sandy B., Covesville, VA

“I believe the experience was profound for [my son].”

- Ms. Glenda O., West Branch, IA

“He saw things that most of us in a lifetime never experience.”

- Mr. Mark P., Sacramento, CA

“Great opportunity and well worth the expense – conference organization and execution was superb.”

-Ms. Annette S., Hilo, HI

“Learned tolerance of different individuals including race, religion, gender…”

- Mr. & Mrs. S. Annandale, NJ

“He gained so much knowledge in 10 short days.”

- Ms. Denia C., Jacksonville, AR

“I was very impressed with the whole experience. The supervision, travel opportunities, social aspects, meals, dorm life, and educational experience were first rate.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Chris W., Albuquerque, NM

“It was a wonderful – the most wonderful – experience. [Our daughter] grew tremendously from this experience.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Rich L., Goffstown, NH

“[Our daughter] had a great experience. I feel she appreciated the staff, the schedule, the “independence,” as well as the supervision. (I know the supervision was appropriate which I appreciate.) We’re excited to do this next year – as well as send siblings.”

- Ms. Lori P., Ridgefield, CT

“The motivational speaker gave him the incentive to work very hard at his studies in school and now he realizes how important good grades and study habits are – how they affect your later choices in life.”

- Ms. Maria M., Chattanooga, TN

“[Our daughter] was challenged in a very engaging and fun way. Her horizons were broadened geographically and intellectually. The diverse student population of future leaders was a great peer group for [her].”

- Mr. & Mrs. Philippe J., Tequesta, FL

“As a result of the conference we have noticed an increase in her self confidence as well as her maturity.”

- Mr. Wendell M., Decatur, GA

“Good reflective thinking and self evaluation.”

- Ms. Nancy A., Salem, VA

“[My daughter] learned so much about government and came home more independent AND enthusiastic about more opportunities. She is ready to go again and again.”

- Ms. Jeanne L., Kansas City, MO

“The conference was intellectually challenging and the development of leadership skills was very well done. My son’s improved self-confidence was visible to we as well as to others. [It] helped very much in expanding his view of the world.”

- Ms. Carla A., Cayce, SC

“This experience was beneficial as it brought our son into close contact with other students in his age group with common interests.”

- Mr. Eric. C., Cockeysville, MD

“She was so impressed to see so many intelligent, nice students in one location, who were so motivated to learn. This was an outstanding opportunity for her to meet other people and to learn about our government.”

- Mr. Ray F. Cincinnati, OH

“[Our son] brought home with him an experience that he will never forget and will use to pursue his interest in the political field.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Robert C., Grand Blanc, MI

“I immediately saw a change in [my son]. He is more confident about himself.”

- Ms. Iris R., Bronx, NY

“I thought it was great. Everything was well planned and I felt very secure letting my child attend the conference.”

- Ms Susan M., Flagstaff, AZ

“She came back more mature and self-confident, I think it was a wonderful experience for [her] and I would recommend it to all my friends.”

- Ms. Tamie K., Ketchikan, AK

“[My son] became more interest in excelling in school…”

- Mr. Steve R., Port St. Lucie, FL

“It broadened his view of the world and will be a good addition to his resume.”

- Mr. Joe. H., Harrodsburg, KY

“I believe that it was one of the best experiences of his life.”

- Mr. Wm Keith R., Yulee, FL

“It was worth every penny to see my son thoroughly engaged in something like this. He had more self-confidence and a broader understanding of how he can make a difference.”

- Ms. Jenny P., Rhinebeck, NY

“Exceptional experience.”

- Mr. Timothy K., Geneva, NY

“My son was soaring when we picked him up! We couldn’t get him to leave. He talked about the conference the hole five hour trip home.”

- Ms. Christine U., Amityville, NY

“The CSLC was a perfect opportunity for my child at the right time in her life.”

- Ms. Mary I., Sparks, NV

“I feel [our daughter] learned enough to start her own business.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Jim M., Fort Ashby, WV

“[Our son’s] experience with the CSLC made a tremendous impact on him in so many positive ways and as parents we were elated…what a difference!”

- Mr. & Mrs. Jon A., Palo Alto, CA

“It has helped her think more concretely about her future.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Kermit L., Westerville, OH

“Excellent growth opportunity. Unique experience that will make a difference in her life.”

- Mr. Duane H., Bagley, MN

“[The CSLC] enhanced understanding of team work and respect for individuality. Wonderful.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence F., Ormond Beach, FL

“From beginning to end, it was professional, stimulation to our child, and a well-run learning experience.”

- Mr. David F., Cheyenne, WY

“Grateful that it was such a high quality program.”

- Ms. Janice S., Aliquippa, PA

“[My son] has attended numerous leadership conferences; this was the best. Most professional, most organized.”

- Ms. Gale. T., Peoria IL

“It was a great opportunity for our son to interact with thoughtful, mature, focused kids in a structured, well-supervised environment.”

- Mr. & Mrs. James S., LaGrange, GA

“[Our son] thought it was the best ten days of his life.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Richard C., Kapaa, HI

“[My daughter] left you program so high on her experience…She can’t wait to get out into the world where she can really make a difference.”

- Ms. Roberta J., Phoenix, AZ

“She loved every minute of it.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Richard H., Mays Landing, NJ

“I feel the CSLC was a life changing experience for my daughter. She has learned how to become an effective speaker.”

- Mr. Alton B., Jr., Breaux Bridge, LA

“It was the very best thing I have ever let her do. She gained the self assurance and leadership skills to be successful and not allow peer pressure to influence poor behavior.”

- Ms. Karen F., Parkersburg, IA

“It was a once in a lifetime opportunity.”

- Mr. & Mrs. James H., Trout Run, PA

“[He] believes he can make a difference in the world/community.”

-Mr. & Mrs. Jeff W., Kingsburg, CA

“I was proud that she was nominated. She came home a better more mature person.”

- Mr. Michael R., Dayton, NJ

“[My son] returned home with new insights in leadership. He is more self-assured and confident in his abilities to communicate and share ideas.”

- Mr. Claude S., Hamptonville, NC

“It was wonderful to see the excitement in my daughter’s eyes when she shared her week with us.”

- Mr. Michael L., Wrightstown, NJ

“We could tell he enjoyed being part of such a motivated, intelligent, and enthusiastic group of young adults. It was an excellent pre-college experience.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence O., Reading PA

“It was a wonderful opportunity for her to interact with similar minded students from around the world and explore what business and entrepreneurship was about. She had a fantastic ten days and made fabulous new friends!”

- Mr. & Mrs. Daniel M., Akron, OH

“Amazing, Unique, Educational, Inspiring, Motivating.”

- Ms. Diana L., Westport, CT

“It was an experience of a lifetime – you can’t get the type of exposure to leadership and healthcare at school or anywhere else.”

- Ms. LuAnne G., Horseheads, NY

“Thank you so much on behalf of my daughter. There are no words that can describe the gratitude I feel…”

- Ms Lettice O., Indianapolis, IN

“It channeled his intellectual energies in a positive, life-enhancing direction.”

- Mr. & Mrs. Lee P., Charlottesville, VA

“She came back as a whole new person!”

- Ms. Ruth L., Krakow, WI