Rotary Youth Leadership Awards
Leadership Training for Young People

Where Leaders Emerge

RYLA Schedule

Conference Dates and Locations
June 21 – 23, 2024

3 days, 2 overnights

Early Friday morning until Sunday early evening
Fitchburg State University
138 North Street,
Fitchburg, MA 01420
Pickup/Closing Ceremony
Weston Auditorium
353 North Street
Fitchburg
Time TBD ~3:30 pm, 6/23
Family is invited and encouraged
Note: Students must be available and attend all 3 days. 

Parking is available across from Weston however, we encourage people who are able to park in North 1 and walk to Weston(5-10 min walk) Student luggage will be picked up from Aubuchon(near arrvials) 

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards

District 7910 RYLA participants meet in early summer for a 3-day conference that includes presentations, activities, and workshops on:

. Leadership Fundamentals
. Ethics
. Communication Skills
. Problem Solving
. Conflict Management
. Global Citizenship

How Do I Apply?

In order to attend RYLA, students must be “sponsored” by their local Rotary Club. The selection process usually begins with an application, followed by student interviews in the January to March timeframe depending on the unique deadlines of your sponsoring Rotary club. An announcement calling for applicants may be posted in your local newspaper, website, social media and/or in local high schools.

If you are interested in applying for RYLA and you haven’t yet seen an announcement about it, check with your high school guidance office or contact your local Rotary Club. 

Students & Parents

This online registration should ONLY be used by students who have been OFFICIALLY SPONSORED by their local Rotary Club as an “Attendee” or “Alternate”

RYLA Club Chairs

The ClubPack and Support Materials will help guide your club to a successful RYLA experience

Volunteer At RYLA

We need lots of help during the weekend to have a successful RYLA program. Share the excitement with more than 170 high school sophomores you have chosen as they learn, share and grow!