SkillsUSA California Leadership Academy
The Leadership Academy is designed to help develop
our younger SkillsUSA California member's grades
8th through 10th – to become our future leaders in
their schools and communities.
3 Day Leadership Retreat
Full Scholarships Provided by Alumni Support
Skill & Team Building Activities | 4 Pillars of Leadership Interactive Seminars | Leadership Essentials
Public Speaking Training | Guest Speakers and Much More!
The Leadership Academy is designed to help develop our younger SkillsUSA California members
grades 8th through 10th – to become our future leaders in their schools and communities.
Date & Location
July 23-26, 2026
Southern California
Check in on Friday at Noon
Check out Sunday at 2:00 PM
This requires two overnight stays at the hotel
provided by SkillsUSA CA. Accommodations
are only provided for the student. The event is supervised by SkillsUSA CA Staff and does not require a parent or chaperone to attend.
Candidates must:
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Be a SkillsUSA California member on or before the start of the incoming school year.
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Be going into the 8th-10th grade for the incoming school year.
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Complete an online application.
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Provide a personal statement of intent, "Why do you want to attend the Leadership Academy?"
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Provide an advisor/teacher recommendation letter.
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Those who have previously graduated from the academy are not eligible to apply.
Upon Acceptance:
Provide parental consent form.
Provide waiver and release of liability form.
What's Provided?
Supplied by SkillsUSA California
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Meeting Space & Activities
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Lodging (Double Occupancy Hotel Room)
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All Meals
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Academy Materials
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Facilitators and Chaperones
Supplied by Student
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Transportation to and from the venue, clothing, hygiene, and other items as directed upon acceptance.
Application
The application is available at the link below.
The deadline to complete the application is June 10, 2026.
Applicants should be prepared to provide:
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Online application.
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A personal statement, "Why do you want to attend the Leadership Academy?"
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An advisor/teacher recommendation letter.
Leadership Academy scholarship recipients will be notified by email. Space is limited.