Youth Leadership New Braunfels is a program of the Chamber and the Leadership New Braunfels Alumni Association. This program for local high school sophomores and juniors aims to train students in leadership techniques and community awareness so they become familiar with current issues, community resources, opportunities and other factors influencing the direction of their community’s future.

The program begins in late August with an orientation and in September the students will attend an all-day retreat. Following the August and September activities, the class will meet once a month for eight school-day sessions from September to April, culminating with a graduation ceremony in late April. The sessions will cover topics such as leadership skills, tourism, history, arts, government, the justice system, health care, business and economic development, and education.

The program is open to incoming 10th and 11th grade students who have at least a “B” average at New Braunfels High School, Canyon High School, Davenport High School, Memorial Early College High School, Canyon Lake High School, Pieper High School, Smithson Valley High School or a local private school (residing within the NBISD or Comal ISD attendance zones). Tuition for the program is $350, payable upon acceptance to the program. Participants MUST have transportation to and from the Chamber Office each program day.

Interested participants will submit applications and references to the Chamber and final participants will be chosen anonymously by the Youth Leadership New Braunfels Selection Committee.

Introducing Class of 2026!