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2020 Fuego Leadership Program The Fuego Leadership Program is an industrial and fine arts youth leadership opportunity for high school students who are excited about deepening their technical industrial arts skills, learning leadership skills, and working as teacher assistants during The Crucible’s youth summer camps. Ten students will be selected to work with artist teachers who instruct youth summer camps in ARC welding, TIG welding, Glass Blowing, Glass Flameworking, Jewelry, Blacksmithing, Glass Fusing and Slumping, Art Bike/MIG Welding, Woodworking, Leatherworking, and Ceramics. In order to apply, students must have completed at least three Crucible classes and been recommended by Crucible faculty or staff. Key Responsibilities: Students chosen as leaders will select one area of focus, and will commit to supporting an instructor in that area during four youth camp weeks Monday-Friday from July 6 - 31. Youth leaders will actively participate in the organization and implementation of the youth summer camps, as well as in leadership development and training components that will take place before and during the youth camps. *Youth leaders will develop and donate an independent art project to The Crucible and participate in a presentation and exhibition, Thursday evening, July 30 from 5:30-8pm. Youth Camp Responsibilities: During youth camps on July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24 and July 27-31, youth leaders will arrive at 10:30am each day and may be asked to support youth staff with a variety of tasks. From 10:30am-12pm interns will meet with their Fuego Advisor for reflection, feedback, problem- solving, and guidance or training. From 12-12:30pm they will take lunch; 12:30-4pm they will assist the instructor and students in youth classes, Fuego Leaders are expected to provide general support such as reinforcing positive communication and behavior among campers, supporting health and safety rules, and upholding studio rules and class agreements. Leadership Development Responsibilities: In order to prepare and support Fuego Leaders in leadership development and communication, the program incorporates the following components: (a) Applicant Interview: One scheduled twenty-minute interview with youth program staff on April 20, 21, or 22. (b) Pre-Camp Retreat: A one day retreat on Saturday, June 13, 10am-4pm, aimed at building connections amongst the Fuego Leader group and the advisor; learning key leadership skills in the areas of personal communication and conflict resolution; and reviewing The Crucible’s policies and practices in the areas of health, safety, and behavior. ( c) CPR/First Aid Training: The Fuego Leaders must receive certification before participating in the program. The Crucible will cover the costs and schedule a group training as an option for the certification.
(d) Area Orientation meeting with the Mentor: This meeting will be a review of equipment, class
protocols, and planned curriculum for the youth camp and expectations by the mentor.
(e) Prerequisite Class: Class in the concentrated area prior to the July 8 Fuego Leadership Program start
date, during the summer session. These classes can be fulfilled during the first two designated weeks of
summer camp, June 15-19 or June 22-26.
(f) During camp mentoring: Staff will utilize a variety of informal methods to mentor Fuego Leaders
throughout the day. In addition, there will be formal sessions for dialogue, reflection, feedback and
problem solving from 10:30-12pm each day.
(g) Presentation and Exhibition Dinner on Thursday, July 30, 5:30-8pm. Fuego Leaders and their families,
mentors, and staff will gather to celebrate the accomplishments of the youth leaders during their summer
program.
Benefits: Fuego Leaders will receive one free of charge prerequisite class at The Crucible in their area of
focus and a CPR/First aid training certification. Youth who are accepted into the program will be
provided a stipend for their participation.
Application Criteria: Students who wish to apply for the Fuego Leadership Program must meet the
following criteria:
(a) Be a sophomore, junior or senior in high school, and between the ages of 15 and 18.
(b) Have completed at least 3 youth classes or camps at The Crucible in two years prior to the start date of
the program. Two of these must be in the area of focus. (Note: If you have not met the requirement, you
can use your prerequisite class to fulfill your requirement).
(c) Able to make all of the required time commitments:
• Applicant Interview, April 20, 21 or 22 (20 minutes)
• Pre-Camp, Weekend Retreat on Saturday, June 13, 10am-4pm
• CPR/First Aid Training (Date, To Be Determined)
• Four full weeks of Summer Camp: July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24 and July 27-31 (from
10:30am-4pm daily, and from 5-8pm on Thursday August 1 for the presentation and dinner).
(d) Submit a completed application packet by the deadline of 4pm Friday, March 13, 2020.
(e) Must submit a work permit by the scheduled interview date April 20-22.The Crucible will prioritize Fuego Youth Leaders applications from youth who meet the above criteria, as
well as the following:
• Live in Geographic Area (priority order):
o West Oakland
o Oakland
o Greater Bay Area
• Demonstrate Economic Need
• Display Artistic Ability and/or Promise
Minority and economically disadvantaged students are encouraged to apply.
Application Process: Applications for the Fuego Leadership Program are available online and in the
office starting Jan. 13. Applications are due no later than March 13, 2020.
Selection Process: We will notify applicants chosen for interviews on Friday, April 10. Once selected for
an interview you must request a job permit from your school office and have it completed and submitted
by the interview date. Interviews will take place April 20, 21 or 22 and we plan to complete our selection
process and notify applicants of our decisions by Friday, April 24. In addition to the application criteria
outlined above, we are looking for students who have demonstrated a sustained interest in our courses,
solid interpersonal skills, and maturity in their ability to abide by health, safety and behavioral
expectations.
For Further Information:
Contact Youth Program Manager, Ismael”Iz”Plasencia, (510) 444-0919, ext. 127, Iz@thecrucible.org.Fuego Leadership Program
2020 CALENDAR DATES
Jan. 2020
• Application Opens for 1st Year Fuego Candidates: January 13
March 2020
• Application Deadline for 1st Year Fuego Candidates: Friday, March 13, 2020
o Applications materials due at this date include application form/intent to return form
and supplemental materials, youth consent form, and recommendation form.
April 2020
• Notification to Applicants for Interview: Friday, April 10, 2020
• Obtain a work permit (if applicant is under 18 years old) & submit on interview date
• Applicant Interviews at The Crucible: April 20 - 22 (20 minutes)
• Acceptance Notification: April 24
June 2020
• Pre-Camp Weekend Retreat (1 day): Saturday, June 13, 2020 (10am - 4pm with 30-minute
lunch = 5.5 hours)
• CPR/ First Aid Training: TBD
• Prerequisite Classes (for both Fuego 1 and 2):
o Option 1: June 15-19 (9am–12pm or 1pm–4pm)
o Option 2: June 22-26 (9am–12pm or 1pm–4pm)
July 2020
• Leadership Summer Program – Fuego 1 & 2
o Week 3: Monday, July 6 – Friday, July 10 (10:30 am – 4pm)
o Week 4: Monday, July 13 – Friday July 17 (10:30 am – 4pm)
o Week 5: Monday, July 20 – Friday, July 24 (10:30 am – 4pm)
o Week 6: Monday, July 27 – Friday, July 31 ((10:30 am – 4pm)
• Presentation and Exhibition Dinner – Fuego 1 & 2
o Thursday, July 30 from 5:30- 8pm (2.5 hours)Fuego Leadership Program
Industrial and Fine Arts Youth Leadership Program Summer 2019
2020 Youth Leader Application
Due back to The Crucible by Friday, March 13, 2020
BEFORE FILLING OUT THIS APPLICATION PACKET:
• Make sure you have thoroughly read the Fuego Overview and can meet the requirements
and criteria.
• If you are under 18, discuss the program and its requirements with your parent/guardian
and obtain their consent.
APPLICATION DUE DATE:
All Application Packets are due by 4pm on Friday, March 13, 2020. We will notify you by
Friday, April 10 if you will be advancing to an interview, scheduled for April 20, 21 and 22. If
selected for an interview, a work permit must be submitted by interview date. Final notifications
will be made by Friday, April 24, 2020.
A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
1. Fuego Leadership Program - Youth Leadership Application (attached)
2. Parent/Guardian Consent and Permission Form (attached)
3. A Letter of Recommendation Form - from a teacher, advisor or mentor (attached)
• In addition to the application packet outlined above, we are looking for students who
have demonstrated a sustained interest in our courses, solid interpersonal skills, and
maturity in their ability to abide by health, safety, and behavior expectations.
APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE MAILED TO:
Youth Program: Fuego Leadership Program
The Crucible
1260 7th Street
Oakland, CA 94607
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
If you need any help, do not hesitate to contact The Crucible’s Youth Program Manager
Ismael“Iz”Plasencia, (510) 444-0919, ext. 127, Iz@thecrucible.org.FUEGO
2020 Youth Leadership Application
Please Print.
Applicant Information:
Name
Address
Student Phone
Student email
Date of Birth and Age
School and Current Grade
Course History at the Crucible:
How many classes have you taken at the Crucible?
List the classes and approximate dates:
(If not already answered) Have you participated in a Summer Camp before?
m YES m NO
List camps and approximate dates:
Emergency Contact Information:
Contact Name
Address
Telephone
Relationship to YouPlease complete the following questions. If you need more space, feel free to write on the back
side of this page or attach additional pages.
1. Why are you interested in the Fuego Leadership Program? What are your goals (ie:
artistic, community, creative, educational)?
2. Are you available and willing to commit to all of the components of the leadership
program?
Obtain & Submit YOUTH WORK PERMIT (no later than Mon., April 20) m YES m NO
Pre-Camp Retreat (Saturday, June 13, 10am- 4pm) m YES m NO
CPR/First Aid Training (To Be Determined) m YES m NO
Pre-Requisite Class (Week of June 15-19 or June 22-26, 9am-12pm or 1-4pm) m YES m NO
Summer Camps Weeks m YES m NO
(July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31, 10:30am- 4pm each day)
Create and Donate an Industrial Art Project to The Crucible m YES m NO
Presentation and Exhibition Dinner (Thursday, July 30, 5:30-8pm) m YES m NO
If you answered “No” to any of the above, please explain why.3. Department Preference/s:
a. What is your preferred area of focus? (Blacksmithing, ARC Welding, MIG
Welding/Art Bike, TIG Welding, Glass Flameworking, Glass Blowing, Jewelry,
Glass Fusing & Slumping, Woodworking, Ceramics, Kinetics/Robotics,
Leatherworking) Please rank your top 3 choices:
b. Are you willing to lead in a different fine or industrial arts area if your first
preference is unavailable?
m YES m NO m UNSURE
4. Working with Youth
c. Have you had previous experience working with youth?
m YES m NO
If yes, please describe (i) what your role was and the ages of the youth, (ii) two
successes and two challenges, and (iii) what you learned through that experience?
d. What qualities or skills do you think a youth leader should have?e. What qualities or skills do you bring to the job of working with youth? What are
the skills you’d like to further develop?
Skills I bring:
Skills I want to further develop:
f. The Crucible has strict rules about behavior, health and safety. Are you able to
commit to helping support the rules with young campers?
m YES m NO m UNSURE
g. What might be hard for you? What kind of training or support could help you
and/or other youth leaders become skilled in this area?
5. Interest in the Industrial Arts
a. How has being a part of The Crucible impacted your life?b. What industrial art skills are you hoping to develop by participating in the Fuego
Leadership Program?
c. Are you interested in a career in the industrial arts?
m YES m NO m UNSURE
d. Tell us how you imagine the industrial arts in your life in the future.
6. Communication & Personal Skills
a. What skills do you have that will contribute to a good rapport with a teacher/
mentor?
b. What communication skills do you want to further develop or improve?7. Finally, is there anything else you would like to tell us or ask us to consider?
Fuego Leadership Program
Industrial and Fine Arts Youth Leadership Program Summer 2020
2020 Recommendation/Reference Form
Due back to The Crucible by Friday, March 13, 2020
To the Applicant:
This form should be given to someone who knows you well and to whom you are not related (a teacher, employer,
coach, youth group leader, etc.) Your reference should return the letter of support to you, or mail or fax it by the
deadline (Friday, March 13, 2020).
Applicant Information:
Name
Address
Phone
To the Reference:
The person named above is applying to participate in The Crucible’s Fuego Leadership Program, a youth leadership
program in the industrial and fine arts. Selected youth will assist staff artists during two weeks of our youth summer
camps. Responsibilities include positive guidance and supervision of young campers, and instructor assistance.
Training in the areas of communication, conflict resolution, positive guidance, and in the industrial and fine arts will be
provided.
Reference Information:
Name:
Phone: Email:
Relationship to Applicant: Length of Relationship with Applicant:
On a separate piece of paper, please describe the skills and contributions you believe the Applicant
would make to The Crucible’s program, as well as how he/she/they would benefit from the
experience. Feel free to add any information that you believe is valuable to determine the
Applicant’s compatibility with The Crucible’s program.
Deadline: Friday, March 13, 2020 - Please return form to applicant or mail or fax to: The Crucible, Youth
Programs – Attention: Ismael”Iz”Plasencia 1260 7th Street Oakland, CA 94607, Fax: 510-444-0918
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