�鶹�ƽ�� Leadership Award Nomination Guidelines

The �鶹�ƽ�� Leadership Award is presented to one outstanding current junior (Class of 2027) from each high school in Virginia and select high schools across the United States. The junior you nominate should be a visible and dynamic leader within your school community.

Students considered for this award should demonstrate leadership in and outside the classroom. Past award recipients have been described as risk-takers, decision-makers, opinion leaders, go-getters, bridge-builders and catalysts for change. Some personal attributes to consider include:

Leadership in the school

School spirit
Active in athletics, clubs or other extracurricular activities
Loyalty to school
Able to work within and across any student constituency
Promotes appreciation for multiculturalism

Leadership in the classroom

Strong academic program (enrolled in AP/IB courses)
Distinguished record of achievement (generally ranked in the top 15% of the class)
Discussion leader
Innovative thinker
Earns the respect of teachers
Values diverse perspectives
Thinks creatively

Please note in your selection process:

Interest in attending �鶹�ƽ�� should not be considered.
Receiving the award will not affect the admission process.
The award is intended to honor the student's achievements, regardless of his or her college selection.
Each school is limited to one nomination and the nomination must be made by a school counselor or other school official.

We hope that the �鶹�ƽ�� Leadership Award program provides you with an opportunity to recognize a deserving young leader in your school.

The nomination form will be available until June 1.

Please contact [[admission, The Office of Undergraduate Admission ]] with any questions or concerns.