ACP Youth Leadership Institute
Empowering Future Innovators and Leaders
Integrity
Responsibility
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Inspiration
Mission
Foster future leaders that have vision and capability to change the world via innovation and leadership.
Vision
A new generation of leaders will combine technical brilliance with ethical mindfulness and global awareness. One project at a time. One family at a time.
Objectives
Empower future leaders and innovators through continual learning, practices and mentorship from the vast ACP network. We aim to cultivate a generation of ethical, adaptable and inclusive leaders who will drive positive change, fuel innovation, and address global challenges.
Member Benefits
- Free admission to all ACP Youth Leadership Institute training and events for the whole academy calendar year.
- Choosing Mentor for personal and professional growth.
- Volunteering and accessing ACP’s extensive network and connections.
- Developing Effective Communication, Public Speaking, and Decision-Making Skills.
- Building Critical Character Traits Through Leadership and Teamwork Activities: Including self-motivation, confidence, and dignity.
- Receiving Guidance on College Applications and Career Choices.
- Opportunities to Apply for the President’s Volunteer Service Award.
Upcoming Activities
1. Leadership Training 1: Visit Richardson City Office
1/13/24 - 3/30/24
We will visit and learn about Richardson Office, understanding the roles and responsibilities, as well as the city planning and development.
2. Individual / Group Projects
1/29/2024 - 5/24/24
Students start individual or group projects and form study groups.
3. Leadership Seminar Series
2/18/24 - 5/24/24
Leadership Seminar series start. We'll have highly experienced professionals speak to the students on various subjects.
Past Activities in Fall 2023
1. Youth Tech Leadership Camp Training
2pm on 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28
Expert instructors provide lessons and guidance on the fundamental technology topics.
2. Individual / Group Projects
weekly exercise
Students start individual or group projects.
3. ACP Youth Hackathon
ACP MetroCode: 11/1 - 11/5
All projects are submitted for 2023 Youth MetroCode competitions. Register here
4. Presentation skill training, Parent meeting
Early November
Students will be trained on professional presentation skills for their hackathon projects. Highly experienced Professionals in youth science and technology innovation education field will share with our parents on how to help students with their skill development.
5. Ceremony & Awards
6:30pm - 8:30pm 11/11
Time to celebrate everyone's progress! Winners will be invited to ACP evening banquet to receive the awards in Plano Event Center on 11/11.
6. Student Officer & Coach Recruiting, Metrohacks
11/15-12/15
The ACP Youth Leadership Institute is commencing its recruitment for additional student officers and coaches. We'll also be hosting a holiday social for everyone in this family!
Our Mentors
Glen Fan
Tech Manager, Paycor Inc.
Head Coach of ACP Technology Leadership Camp
Dr. Xiang Luo
MD, PhD
Active Leader in Community
Founder of Modern Chinese School
David Lu
Vice President (Retired) , AT&T
Chairman’s Award from IEEE
CIE Asian America Engineer of Year
Kevin Meng
Top MIT Student
Computer Science, Math
Intel ISEF: Best in Category
Coca-Cola Scholar
Dr. Yu Meng
IEEE Senior Member
Top10 Outstanding Asian American
Teacher Excellence Award
Dr. Logan Song
Chief Cloud Architect, Dito
Adjunct Professor, UT-Dallas
Well-Published Author
David Yan
Former ACP President
M.S. in CS and Engineering
30 Years experience in IT
Enterprise Software Application
Gabriel Bo
Stanford University
CS & International Relations
National Champion in Extemporaneous Speaking
Dr. Camille Fu
Chairman TX Piano Competition
Music Professor, Dallas College
Director of Chinese Music Ministry, Chase Oaks Church
David Hou
Senior Manager
Business Intelligence
Vistra Corp
Dr. Tianjian Xia
Associate Fellow, Verizon
Adjunct Professor, Miami University in Ohio
Holder of 100+ patents
Philip Adams
President / CEO
Adams Surveying Company
39 Years in surveying over 30 states
Past-President of Dallas Chapter of TSPS
Grace Du
Senior Vice President
Beyondsoft Corporation
mentor
Pam Pan
Tech Team Leader
28 years in Telecom Industry
List of Services
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Grade LevelList Item 1
6th - 12th
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Time CommitmentList Item 2
Lessons can occur as frequently as once a week. Punctuality is essential for all our campers to fully engage in each learning opportunity.
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EffortsList Item 3
As this is a leadership camp, we expect our campers to demonstrate dedication and self-discipline in completing the required tasks independently, without the need for reminders or external motivation.