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They’re teaching 12-year-olds how to pass laws.
In this episode of The Clark Connection Podcast, Aaron Clark sits down with Cheryle Totten to discuss the Youth Legislature program in Louisiana—a powerful middle school leadership program that teaches students how the legislative process works through hands-on civic engagement.
For more than 25 years, Youth Legislature has empowered middle school students to write, debate, and pass mock legislation while building confidence, public speaking skills, and real leadership experience. This nonprofit youth program is helping shape informed voters, engaged citizens, and the next generation of leaders across Louisiana.
In this conversation, we cover:
00:00 Coming up
01:10 Theme Song
01:35 Introduction to Youth Legislature and Its Impact
06:27 Understanding the Youth Legislature Program
14:00 The Importance of Civic Engagement in Middle School
18:22 Expanding the Program Statewide
24:09 Challenges of Nonprofit Management
32:57 The Role of Educators in Youth Legislature
33:25 Cheryl's Journey to Leadership
41:58 Leadership Lessons and Recommended Reads
47:41 How to Get Involved and Support Youth Legislature
If you're passionate about leadership development, youth empowerment, civic education, nonprofit impact, or preparing the next generation of leaders, this episode is for you.
Connect with Aaron Clark:
Website: https://coachaclark.com
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: https://instagram.com/coach_a_clark
Podcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/clarkconnectionpodcast
Subscribe for weekly conversations on leadership, personal growth, and building lasting impact.
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By Aaron ClarkThey’re teaching 12-year-olds how to pass laws.
In this episode of The Clark Connection Podcast, Aaron Clark sits down with Cheryle Totten to discuss the Youth Legislature program in Louisiana—a powerful middle school leadership program that teaches students how the legislative process works through hands-on civic engagement.
For more than 25 years, Youth Legislature has empowered middle school students to write, debate, and pass mock legislation while building confidence, public speaking skills, and real leadership experience. This nonprofit youth program is helping shape informed voters, engaged citizens, and the next generation of leaders across Louisiana.
In this conversation, we cover:
00:00 Coming up
01:10 Theme Song
01:35 Introduction to Youth Legislature and Its Impact
06:27 Understanding the Youth Legislature Program
14:00 The Importance of Civic Engagement in Middle School
18:22 Expanding the Program Statewide
24:09 Challenges of Nonprofit Management
32:57 The Role of Educators in Youth Legislature
33:25 Cheryl's Journey to Leadership
41:58 Leadership Lessons and Recommended Reads
47:41 How to Get Involved and Support Youth Legislature
If you're passionate about leadership development, youth empowerment, civic education, nonprofit impact, or preparing the next generation of leaders, this episode is for you.
Connect with Aaron Clark:
Website: https://coachaclark.com
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: https://instagram.com/coach_a_clark
Podcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/clarkconnectionpodcast
Subscribe for weekly conversations on leadership, personal growth, and building lasting impact.
Got Questions?? Ask THE Coach! Submit your questions here:
https://forms.gle/CxAoZ2xw6Z8aDifg8
Premium Sponsor:
Vicki with Hubbard Flooring Studio
Call: 225-924-1582
Website: www.hubbardflooringstudio.com
Address: 11880 Boylan Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Sponsors:
Brian with Steadfast Electric
call: 225-457-7957 or website: https://steadfastelectric.com/
Bobbie with A Comfy Quest, LLC
Call: 225-773-0307 or visit https://www.massagebook.com/biz/AComfyQuestLA9521
Andrew with Automate Integrate Professional Services
Visit: Https://automate-integrate.com or email [email protected]
Dr. Robert W. Smith DC, DABCI Chiropractic Internist
Visit: https://www.brspine.com/ or Call: 225-291-2626
#LeadershipDevelopment #YouthLeadership #CivicEngagement #MiddleSchoolLeadership #YouthLegislature #StudentLeadership #EducationMatters #NonprofitImpact #LouisianaLeadership #PublicSpeakingSkills #FutureLeaders #CommunityEngagement #CivicEducation #LeadershipPodcast #ClarkConnectionPodcast
#CivicEngagement #MiddleSchool #Louisiana