Three local students attend COSLI in July

While many high school sophomores and juniors were hanging out with friends, hitting the pool, or honing their Fortnite skills this summer, three of our local gifted students chose to commit a whole month to developing their leadership skills while earning college credit.

Colorado Student Leadership Institute (COSLI) provides an opportunity for young high school students to learn about running a business, recognize the cultural diversity within Colorado, and solve problems that Colorado is currently    facing. For the entire month of July, these students worked in teams and individually to complete assignments and challenges which broadened their horizons and educated them on topics not regularly addressed in high school. They tackled such weighty topics as immigration, teen suicide, and rape culture. Classes were held at the CU-Denver campus, and students lived in dorm rooms at the DU campus, giving them a taste of college life.

Fewer than 100 students from across the state were accepted into this state-sponsored Institute. Our local students, from Nucla, Norwood, and Ridgway High Schools were among that hundred. These three students worked and made friends with others from across the state, while also forming connections with leaders from many  businesses and organizations in the Denver area. They also attended classes and took advantage of the many museums and other learning opportunities in Denver.

If you have a current high school freshman, sophomore, or junior, keep this program in mind as a fulfilling way to spend a month of summer break. Details will follow when registration is open. Many thanks go out to all of the sponsors of this program, who allow our students to experience something truly amazing!