Student Opportunities

Embark on a uniquely immersive learning experience that provides a fresh, new perspective on America’s unique history and promising future at Founding Forward. For questions about Sacramento Chapter opportunities for students, please contact us.

Programs

Spirit of America

Spirit of America Youth Leadership is a transformative four-day residential program that engages high school students from across the country with the first principles of freedom.

Service Learning in Public Policy

An advanced leadership development workshop for exceptional high school students.

Service Clubs

Unique opportunities for students to become more active in their communities.

Constitution Bowl

A fun team event for students interested in American history.

Mock Article V Convention

School delegations convene for a mock Convention of States.

Student Directors

Sacramento Chapter’s outstanding group of student directors.

Senior Scholarships

Post-collegiate scholarships are awarded to outstanding Sacramento-based students annually.

Applications

The Sacramento Chapter encourages any high school student residing in the Sacramento area to apply, however, preference is given to high school juniors since many are studying U.S. history during their academic year.

Sacramento Chapter sponsorships include round-trip airfare, Spirit of America tuition, and room and board at Founding Forward’s Valley Forge campus.

2024 Spirit of America Student Application

2025 Spirit of America Student Application

What Our Students Are Saying

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At SLiPP, I learned many valuable leadership skills that I am able to take with me into my college years. SLiPP also showed me the importance of serving your community as a way to give back to those who have helped you.

Kaycee C.

Student

I am leaving with amazing memories, a better education of our nation’s past, and a desire to become more involved and outspoken in my community back home. I really want to make a difference ….

Lizzy

Student

Every discussion on the trip felt like a widening of my perspective and a chance to practice the virtues our country needs its citizens to uphold.

Percy

Student

The people I’ve met during my stay have widened my views, giving me perspective I would have otherwise ignored. Thank you for giving me such a satisfying reminder of the function of our country.

Lily

Student

I will confidently be able to pinpoint at exactly this experience that fueled my ambitions in American government and stemmed a bud of self-confidence.

Saraswathi

Student

The seminar was an extremely rewarding experience. The information that was taught and shared helped me further my own knowledge and education, and it also helped me come up with pedagogical material to use in my U.S. government classes.

Tabitha

Teacher

Sacramento Volunteer Chapter Donations

Donations of any amount help us fulfill our mission and send teachers and students to attend civic education programs at Founding Forward.