Future Presidents of America provides a dynamic and inspiring opportunity for you to engage with peers, learn new skills, share your thoughts and opinions, and engage in problem-solving that could change our communities.

While we think everything about the camp is pretty cool, highlights of the week include:

• A formal Etiquette Luncheon

• Hands-on activities, fun games, and team-building activities to help develop strong ties to your peers

• The opportunity to engage state legislators, community leaders, and local businessmen and women

• Instruction and practice in public speaking

• Lively discussions around key civic-based topics

• Historian-facilitated tours of the museum and an artifact show-and-tell

• A formal reception with your parents and peers to celebrate your achievements during the week

• A Museum-Led Field Trip to Washington DC with guided tours and visits with elected officials.

Future Presidents of America Youth Leadership Camp takes place on the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library Campus. The camp will run from June 9 - 13, 2025. Each day begins at 9:00 AM and ends at 4:00 PM, however, staff will be on site for 30 minutes prior to the start and end times to facilitate drop-off schedules. While we understand the unexpected may arise and will work with you, the expectation is that, if your child is selected, they will be present for all camp sessions.

The cost of our leadership camp is $300; however, scholarship opportunities are available upon request. This cost covers all educational materials and expenses. There is no formal dress code. However, participants will meet with local leaders and state legislators, so we recommend they dress accordingly. We will ask them to dress up on Wednesday for the Etiquette Luncheon, and for our field trip to Washington DC on Friday.

Applications are due on May 1, 2025. They will be reviewed by a team and ranked using a rubric. All students will be notified of their acceptance status no later than May 17, 2025. For those who are selected, some additional paperwork will be required.

If, after your child submits, their application plans change and they will no longer be able to attend, please notify us by emailing educationdirector@woodrowwilson.org.

Applications for this years’ camp are available now, and the deadline to apply is May 1, 2025. To complete the application, we will ask you:

• To share biographical information (name, address, school, etc.)

• To respond to four short-answer questions to help us get to know you

• To provide the names, emails, and phone numbers of three references who will speak to your fit for the camp

• To have your parents complete a section sharing their information and giving permissions

To access the application, click the link below.

If you have any issues completing the application online, please email the Education team at educationdirector@woodrowwilson.org and we’ll work with you to ensure you can apply.