Overview: This series of 9 classes culminates in a final group project and graduation ceremony. It maintains a strong alumni network and prepares future Temple leaders for community-oriented, decision-making positions.
Purpose:
- To inform the participants about Temple's history, government, economy, social issues, needs, opportunities and the existing processes for dealing with them.
- To introduce the participants and establish dialogue with each other and current leaders of Temple.
- To encourage the participants to actively participate in activities which contribute to the growth and the betterment of the Temple community.
Curriculum & Class Days
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Education |
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| City Government & Cultural |
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Economic Development |
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Public Service |
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| Medical |
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- July: Application deadline & selection process
- August: Orientation
- September-April: Class Days
These days center on community education and average 10 hours per day for a duration of 9 months.
- May: Class Project Report & Graduation
- Extra Time through out the year will be required of the class to complete their class project
Eligibility Guidelines for Applicants
- Must be a member or employed by a member of the Temple Chamber of Commerce.
- Prefer residence and employment in Temple one year immediately prior to September 1 of the current calendar year.
- Publicly elected officials except for Precinct Chairman will not be eligible.
Required Activities for Class Participants
- Attend a Temple City Council Meeting
- Attend a Temple Independent School District Board Meeting
- Attend one of the following: Temple Planning Commission, Bell County Commissioners Court, Temple College Board Meeting, Temple Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting or Ride with a Temple Police Officer.
- Attend one of the following: Temple Civic Theatre, Cultural Activities Center Performance or Temple Symphony Performance.
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Click to download the Leadership Temple application form. Deadline for submission is July 15, 2013. |
For more information, contact the Leadership Temple Coordinator at the Temple Chamber of Commerce at (254) 773-2105.