School district of clayton
Eighth Grade Counselor-In-Training Program
Application
Name: ______________________________________________Team: ____________
Student email: _________________________________________________________
Home phone: __________________________________________________________
Parent name(s):_________________________________________________________
Parent email: ___________________________________________________________
As a part of our Sixth Grade Camp program, we would like to offer a leadership program
for approximately 14 eighth graders. The program will be at Sherwood Forest in
Lesterville, MO. Complete this application form immediately. Return all of these forms,
including the parent letter signed, to Ms. Snelling (room 118) by Friday, September 4
(before 3:30). Late applications will not be considered.
To do:
1. Have a parent sign the parent letter.
2. Give 2 selected teachers (doesn’t have to be grade-level teachers) a copy of the
reference form. Ask them to turn the forms in to Ms. Snelling.
3. Complete the application thoroughly and turn into Ms. Snelling by the deadline.
4. After turning in this paperwork, sign up online for an interview.
August 25, 2015
Dear Parents of CIT Applicant:
We are offering an exciting leadership opportunity for 8th graders tied in with our Sixth Grade
Camp program. This Counselor-In-Training program (CIT) is open to approximately fourteen
eighth graders who display potential leadership qualities, responsibility, and are interested in
mentoring relationships with sixth graders at Wydown.
Counselors-in-training will receive training with the high school counselors before the sixth
graders arrive. They will learn how to plan and lead activities with sixth graders, learn about
conflict mediation, and will practice goal setting and reflection on a daily basis. They go to
activities, dine, and sleep with their assigned cabin group at camp. They will meet every evening
with the CIT group under my guidance and supervision. Finally, the CIT’s will participate in
teambuilding initiatives designed to encourage peer communication and support.
The students will leave at 8:00 a.m. from CHS on Sunday, September 27, to head down to
Sherwood Forest Camp. They will arrive home on the buses with the sixth graders on Friday
night around 6 pm. Pick up is at Wydown at this time. Students must be able to attend the entire
length of the program.
Application Process:
The application paperwork is due to me (room 118, or by email) no later than Friday, September
4 (before 3:30). In addition to completing the attached application materials, individuals
interested in this program must be prepared to complete all missed class/homework in a timely
manner to the expectations of their teachers. If selected, each student must have conversations
with his/her teachers ahead of time to find out the teachers’ expectations for work completion and
will be required to attain signatures from each teacher. Students may stay in the library for quiet
study the weeks before and after camp until 4:20. If selected, each student must be able to attend
2 lunch meetings with me the week before camp.
This program is selective. We have fourteen slots and need approximately an equal number of
boys and girls. Even though many students may qualify, not all can feasibly be selected. We are
looking for students who could benefit from, enrich, and extend our sixth grade camp program.
The selection process will happen in two stages: 1) application screening process and
teacher/principal/counselor consultation, and 2) interview process with principal/counselor
consultation. When we determine students for the interview process, we will email the student to
schedule a time slot. If selected for the program, the student will receive more information about
what to bring and how to prepare. Please sign below that you understand and have read this
information regarding the CIT program.
Please contact me if you have any questions!
Aimee Snelling
aimeesnelling@claytonschools.net
________________________________________________________________________
I have read and understand the preceding information regarding the CIT program. My
son/daughter has my consent to participate in this program if he/she is selected.
Parent signature: ______________________________________ Date: ______________
1. Why do you want to participate in the 8th Grade CIT Program?
2. Please list and briefly describe some activities/experiences in which you’ve
participated that required you apply leadership skills.
3. Essay: Why do you feel that you would be a good fit for the Counselor-In-Training
program? Be sure to explain what qualities or skills you possess that make you a superior
candidate for a leadership program involving sixth graders in an outdoor education
setting (can also use an attached page).
School district of clayton
Eighth Grade Counselor-In-Training Program
Reference Form for CIT Applicant
CONFIDENTIAL
Student Name: _________________________________________________________
Teacher Name: _________________________________________________________
Success Indicator
Agree
1. Student demonstrates leadership (or potential
for leadership) qualities.
2. Student would be a positive role model for sixth
graders.
3. Student is reliable and responsible.
Neutral
Disagree
4. Student would be an asset to the CIT program
at Sixth Grade Camp.
Additional Comments:
I _____recommend _____do not recommend this student for participation in the
Counselor-In-Training program at Sixth Grade Camp this year.
Teacher signature: ______________________________________ Date: __________
Please return this to Aimee Snelling (room 118, or to my mailbox) no later than Friday,
September 4.
School district of clayton
Eighth Grade Counselor-In-Training Program
Reference Form for CIT Applicant
CONFIDENTIAL
Student Name: _________________________________________________________
Teacher Name: _________________________________________________________
Success Indicator
Agree
1. Student demonstrates leadership (or potential
for leadership) qualities.
2. Student would be a positive role model for sixth
graders.
3. Student is reliable and responsible.
Neutral
Disagree
4. Student would be an asset to the CIT program
at Sixth Grade Camp.
Additional Comments:
I _____recommend _____do not recommend this student for participation in the
Counselor-In-Training program at Sixth Grade Camp this year.
Teacher signature: ______________________________________ Date: __________
Please return this to Aimee Snelling (room 118, or to my mailbox) no later than Friday,
September 4.