Learning Today. Leading Tomorrow.

Since 1995, Plano Youth Leadership (PYL) has empowered more than 300 local young people with the tools and confidence they need to make well-informed life choices and to position themselves as leaders in their communities. PYL is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing leadership training to 10th grade students in Plano.   For this year's class, Class XIII, 36 students were selected to participate in the program, which includes fun, interactive monthly meetings on a wide variety of topics -- from team building to volunteer opportunities to local politics.

"I have a daughter in PYL and wanted to pass on to you how much she is enjoying Plano Youth Leadership and considers it a real benefit to her development.  Thank you for adding this wonderful dimension to the development of our young people."

John Robottom, parent

Alumni Profiles

The Faces of PYL

Everyone Benefits from Plano Youth Leadership!

Our YOUTH:

  • increased self-esteem 
  • development of new leadership skills 
  • understanding of local community and his/her place in it 
  • realization of common ground despite diverse student backgrounds 
  • personal contributions to community service 

Our SCHOOLS:

  • increased pool of student leaders 
  • enhanced school climate 
  • opportunities for community collaborations with student involvement 

Our COMMUNITY:

  • opportunities for participation of community volunteers, community leaders, and business and civic organizations 
  • increased pool of informed, committed, young emerging leaders