Advisors Frequently Asked Questions
What are my basic responsibilities as a Delegation Advisor?
You should work with the delegation officers and members to see that students are gaining valuable learning and leadership experience through planning and participating in Youth in Government activities (local meetings, conferences, fundraisers, etc.).
How much time will I be expected to spend each month supervising my delegation’s activities?
Much will depend on how well your delegation officers fulfill their duties. If they take their jobs seriously, you can expect to spend 2-5 hours per month on Youth in Government. This does not include the time you will spend with your delegation at Mane YMCA Youth in Government Conferences.
Am I doing this all by myself?
No, you have a wide array of resources at your disposal. The State YMCA Youth in Government office is always available to you to help you organize your group and help you get your group involved.
Do I attend every conference with my delegation?
Yes, you are needed at the conference with your delegation.
How does the delegation pay for its projects and activities?
Any extra expenses should be figured into the delegation’s budget.
At the Augusta Weekend, where do Advisor's Stay ?
Advisors will stay in the conference hotel, with their delegation. Advisors will assign the rooms for their delegation and will be in the area where all their delgates are in the hotel. Cost for rooms will be $65.00 per night. We can pair up advisors, or have advisors and bus drivers in same rooms.
What about my expenses?
Any extra expenses should be figured into the delegation’s budget. Advisors are not charged a fee to participate in YIG.
Should delegation activities take place during school or at other times?
Most activities will take place outside of the school day. Meetings, fundraisers and conferences are scheduled in the afternoon, evening, or on weekends so not to conflict with a student’s studies. The Model Legislature Conference begins on a Friday, so delegates will miss one day of school.
How will the members, the school, the community, and the advisor benefit from YMCA Youth in Government?
Membership in Youth in Government can help students stand up for their beliefs among their peers and grow in leadership. The school and community will benefit from having a group of young people working together to serve others. As an advisor, you will benefit by seeing young people grow mentally, physically, socially, and spiritually because of your encouragement.
When should we get started ?
Advisors should begin recruitment as soon as possible and plan to meet early in the school year. Up through the Model Legislature in Augusta Session in November. A wrap up meeting after the conference is also suggested. This helps delegates keep in touch with the program and provides advisors with the opportunity for important feedback and closure. Advisors should read and understand all suggested material prior to each meeting.
Where do I find information about the program ?
If you can’t find the answer on this website please call the Youth in Government Office at 377-9686, or email at winymca@aol.com |
