Trailblazers Application Form

Trailblazers Application

Name(Required)

First Last

Preferred name

Preferred pronouns

Date of birth(Required)

Grade in school for 2023-2024 academic year(Required)

Freshman

Sophmore

Junior

Senior

Name of school(Required)

Student's phone number(Required)

Student's email address(Required)

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

How did you hear about this program?(Required)

Teacher/educator

Community program (For example: YMCA)

Friend

Social media

Phoenix Zoo website

Shirt size (adult sizes)(Required)

Preferred shirt cut(Required)

Men's

Women's

Unisex

The Phoenix Zoo strives to provide opportunities and engage youth that reflect the diversity of our community. Individual responses to the following optional prompt are held confidential and used only in the aggregate to identify and appreciate the communities we serve. It may also help us when applying for funding from community organizations and donors. What is the applicant's race/ethnicity?

Students that are selected to be a Trailblazer will be required to pay a $100 program fee. The Phoenix Zoo strives to ensure equitable access to its youth engagement programs and limited scholarships are available. Individual responses to the following optional prompts are held confidential and used only to help us when applying for funding from community organizations and donors.

Please select the option that best fits your situation:

I would like to be considered for a scholarship to cover the full cost of the $100 program fee.

I would like to be considered for a scholarship to cover half the cost of the $100 program fee.

Please select the option that best fits your situation:

I will still be able to be a Trailblazer if I am not awarded a scholarship for the amount I expressed above.

I am unable to be a Trailblazer if I am not awarded a scholarship for the amount I expressed above.

Primary Legal Guardian Information

Name(Required)

First Last

Relationship to applicant(Required)

Phone(Required)

Email(Required)

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Additional Legal Guardian Information

Name

First Last

Relationship to applicant

Phone

Address

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Self Evaluation

How comfortable are you speaking in front of groups of people?(Required)

Very comfortable. I can confidently speak to and interact with any group.

I can do it, but sometimes it is tough for me.

I do not like it, but it is a skill I want to build.

How comfortable are you with working in a team?(Required)

Very comfortable. I enjoy teamwork and am excited to work with people on projects.

I can do it, but I don’t always enjoy it and sometimes find it hard to work with others.

I prefer to work on projects on my own, but I would like to improve my ability to work in a team.

Choose the one that best describes your approach to a challenge:(Required)

I embrace challenges with enthusiasm and determination and enjoy seeking innovative solutions.

I analyze the situation carefully, gather information, and develop a plan of action.

I collaborate with others and seek their perspectives to find the best possible solution.

Sometimes I find challenges overwhelming, but I would like to improve my skills in this area.

Please rate the following statements on a scale of 1 to 5, where 1 represents "Strongly Disagree" and 5 represents "Strongly Agree"

I demonstrate excellent problem-solving abilities.(Required)

I consistently deliver high-quality work.(Required)

I effectively communicate my ideas and information.(Required)

I have strong attention to detail.(Required)

I exhibit strong leadership skills.(Required)

I collaborate well with others.(Required)

I adapt well to changing circumstances and handle pressure effectively.(Required)

I consistently meet deadlines and complete tasks on time.(Required)

I demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop new skills.(Required)

I have strong organizational skills.(Required)

I effectively manage and prioritize tasks.(Required)

I take initiative and ownership of my work.(Required)

I have a strong work ethic.(Required)

I manage conflicts and resolve issues in a constructive manner.(Required)

I am highly motivated and like to find new opportunities/activities to get involved with.(Required)

Short-Response Questions

List three words that best describe you.(Required)

What is your favorite animal and why?(Required)

Describe what makes a good leader. Share a story about someone you believe is a good leader in your life and why you think that person is a good leader.(Required)

Why do you think zoos are important?(Required)

Describe what special skills, abilities, or past experiences you have that make you a good fit for this program.(Required)

If you had unlimited resources, what conservation challenge (animal or environment) would you like to solve and why would you choose that particular challenge?(Required)

What do you hope to get out of this program if you are chosen to participate?(Required)

Imagine you are leading a project to help restore the natural habitat of jaguars in Arizona. How would you determine who should have a voice in designing the solution to this challenge?(Required)

Imagine you are working on a group project and you disagree with some of the ideas of your teammates. How would you handle this situation?(Required)

Confirmation

I understand and agree that submitting this form does not automatically grant me a position in this program. I understand that there are certain qualifications I must meet, including fully answering the application questions on this form, completing a reference review, attending an interview (if invited), and agreeing to abide by established program policies and procedures.

I understand that it is my responsibility to find someone to serve as my reference and to provide them with the link to the reference form. I understand that my reference must independently complete and submit the reference form and that my application will not be considered complete without it. I am aware that there are resources to help me with this task on the website.

I have reviewed and understand the time commitments of this program and am able to commit myself to attending all required meetings.

By submitting this form, I attest that the information I have provided is true and accurate. I attest that I answered the questions to the best of my ability.

Today's date(Required)

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