Instructor: Princess Usi and Cynthia Drayton

Fee: Free

Ages: Grades 9th - 12th

Time: Every other Tuesday, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Location: PCR Conference Room

The Unalaska Teen Council is a youth-led leadership program dedicated to empowering teens to be active role models and community advocates. Open to high school students in grades 9–12, Teen Council meets every other Tuesday to discuss, plan, and implement projects that support local youth and community development through the lens of parks and recreation.

Mission Statement:

The Unalaska Teen Council is a group of ambitious, charismatic teen leaders engaging in community outreach. We strive to promote youth empowerment by giving a voice to Unalaska’s emerging leaders. We believe that our diverse perspectives and passions motivate our service.

Through structured meetings, volunteer events, and community engagement opportunities, members gain valuable experience in leadership, public speaking, event planning, and service learning. Teens also have the opportunity to represent Unalaska at local and statewide youth leadership events.

Key Responsibilities of Teen Council Members:

• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

• Meet the minimum signed volunteer hour requirement based on grade level:

  • Freshmen: 10 hours

  • Sophomores: 20 hours

  • Juniors: 30 hours

  • Seniors: 40 hours

• Consistently attend scheduled meetings and community events

• Serve as a positive role model for peers and younger youth

How to Apply:

Application Forms Available: Monday, August 25, 2025

📍 Where to Pick Up Forms:

• Community Center Front Desk

• Unalaska High School Front Office

Submission Deadline: Friday, September 19, 2025 at 9:00 PM

📍 Where to Submit Completed Applications:

• Community Center Front Desk

• Unalaska High School Front Office

• Directly to Princess Usi or Cynthia Drayton

📋 Application Requirements:

• Completed application form

• Signed verification of minimum volunteer hours

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

• 1–2 page essay (choose from provided prompts)

• At least one letter of recommendation

📆 Review Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2025
📬 Notification: Selected applicants will be contacted prior to the first Teen Council meeting on Tuesday, September 30, 2025

For More Information:
Contact Princess Usi at pusi@unalaska.gov or call 907-581-1297 ext. 5107
Or reach out to Cynthia Drayton at cdrayton@unalaska.gov or call 907-581-1297 ext. 5106