​The CORE Leadership Training Academy is for Diamond In The Rough participants who express an interest and desire in serving in a leadership capacity within the organization. 

​CORE participants are provided additional leadership training and assist DITR adult advisors with program development and planned activities.  Participants are given the opportunity to serve in leadership roles in the following areas:

  • Field trips
  • Leadership training
  • Cultural enrichment
  • Youth Advisory Board
  • Toastmasters Gavel Club
  • GEM to GEM Newsletter
  • Community service projects​​
Requirements
  • Complete the required CORE Application by the September 15th deadline
  • Submit references from non-family members
  • Participate in a live or video interview on September 17th from 10:00 - 12:00 at Cannon Church). Video interviews require prior scheduling by emailing admin@ditr.org
  • Attend bi-weekly CORE Leadership Meetings (click here for dates)
  • Participate in our DITR Toastmaster's Gavel Club (incorporated within regular scheduled meetings)
  • Serve as an active participant and lend your voice, talents and ideas to our team.
  • Participate in select DITR Helping Hands Community Service Projects.
  • Represent DITR both within the organization and in the community.