Santa Catalina School's All-Girls Middle School Scholars Leadership Program is designed for girls who are interested in exploring, discovering, and deepening their passion for leadership and making a positive impact in their community.

Participants learn from expert faculty through experiential activities, are mentored by current Santa Catalina students, enjoy an off-campus excursion, and more! This is an exciting opportunity for girls to build leadership skills, connect with other passionate student leaders, and experience life in an all-girls boarding school setting.

Program Details

  • Tuition: This is a tuition-free, all-inclusive program with housing, meals, snacks, and activities provided.
  • Transportation: Santa Catalina provides transportation from the Bay Area to the program. Students must be picked up on campus.
  • Housing: Students stay on campus Friday and Saturday night in our student dormitories with another Middle School Scholar as a roommate.
  • Activities: Students engage in experiential activities on and off campus, and attend a Saturday evening performance of Santa Catalina’s spring musical.
  • Sunday Pick-up: Pick-up is Sunday afternoon on campus. Parents are invited to lunch while students share their weekend experiences.

Learning Outcomes

  • Create connections with student leaders across the country
  • Identify personal leadership strengths
  • Improve communication skills
  • Participate in team design challenges
  • Explore Santa Catalina School’s signature programs of marine ecology, engineering, and musical theatre
  • Experience life in an all-girls boarding school setting
  • Create a positive impact leadership plan for your home community

Who Should Apply

  • Current sixth and seventh grade girls who are curious, caring, and eager to learn and lead
  • Girls who are interested in problem-solving real-world issues
  • Courageous and passionate girls who want to have a positive impact on their communities
  • Girls who want to develop their leadership and communication skills

 Application Dates and Details

  • December 1: Applications open and available. Interested scholars must complete an application, including short answer questions. A recommendation letter is also required.
  • January 31: Application deadline.
  • February 13: Applicants notified of their acceptance. Upon acceptance, applicants must finalize registration and will receive a detailed information packet.
  • March 1: Registration deadline for accepted applicants.

The first 50 applicants will receive a discount to attend Summer at Santa Catalina.

For questions and more information, please contact [email protected].