The four day Spirit of America Conference is an exclusive program for high
school students interested in discovering what their role is as a citizen and
leader. Conference highlights include a “Freedom Summit,” which gives
students the opportunity to discuss constitutional issues affecting American
citizens such as terrorism, the Patriot Act, and immigration; “Mock Trial,”
where participants travel to Philadelphia’s Federal Justice building and
participate in a simulated Supreme Court case; and “Leadership Challenges”
where participants go through several 30 to 40 minute blocks of leadership
training designed to develop their understanding and abilities in the areas of
leadership, communication, group dynamics, and attributes of an active
citizen. Students will also tour historic Valley Forge and Philadelphia.