Dawson County Chamber of Commerce offers a Youth Leadership Program for rising high school  juniors and seniors each school year. Dawson County Youth Leadership is an innovative, leadership development program designed to develop the academic, social, servant, and life skills of potential emerging leaders. Students will have opportunities for substantive interaction with his or her peers, community based service organizations, institutions of higher education, as well as regional business and government leaders. The Leadership Course is open to students from Dawson County High School, residents of Dawson County in area private schools, and home school students in our county. Students may be recommended by a teacher, coach, or counselor. Applicants must be in good academic standing and have no attendance or disciplinary problems in school. Students with good character who exhibit a potential for leadership and interest in the growth and improvement of our community are encouraged to apply.