Drury Leadership Academy (Commuter)

The Drury Leadership Academy is carefully planned for college-bound students who have completed the freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior year in high school. The objective of DLA is to provide students with opportunities to learn about and practice leadership skills, thereby enhancing their quality of life and preparing them to assume future leadership roles in our society. The Academy curriculum is a pre-college program designed to utilize logic and reason to analyze complex issues, communicate clearly, weigh decisions with balanced perspectives, accept responsibility, and care about others. The intensive program offers strong preparation for college classes and residential life in a supportive environment that fosters personal growth. Classes are held from 9:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. and 1:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. July 14 – 18. The residential program runs July 12 – 19. The cost for each Summerscape/DLA class is $125 if registered by May 1. The cost schedule after May 1 is $135 per class May 2-31; $150 per class June 1- July 8. Classes with additional fees for materials or field trips are noted on the course selection form. This additional fee will be collected when the student is notified of placement in the class. Total class cost (or scholarship application) must accompany application. The cost for residential living is $425. This covers dorm living and all meals from Sunday to Sunday (one week). There is a withdrawal fee of $50. Refunds must be requested in writing. No refunds within two weeks of start of camp.