Mock Legislation. Real Leadership. - EP77 - Cheryle Totton CCP

They’re teaching 12-year-olds how to pass laws.In this episode of The Clark Connection Podcast, Aaron Clark sits down with Cheryle Totten to discuss the Youth Legislature program in Louisiana—a powerful middle school leadership program that teaches students how the legislative process works through hands-on civic engagement.For more than 25 years, Youth Legislature has empowered middle school students to write, debate, and pass mock legislation while building confidence, public speaking skills, and real leadership experience. This nonprofit youth program is helping shape informed voters, engaged citizens, and the next generation of leaders across Louisiana.In this conversation, we cover:00:00 Coming up01:10 Theme Song01:35 Introduction to Youth Legislature and Its Impact06:27 Understanding the Youth Legislature Program14:00 The Importance of Civic Engagement in Middle School18:22 Expanding the Program Statewide24:09 Challenges of Nonprofit Management32:57 The Role of Educators in Youth Legislature33:25 Cheryl's Journey to Leadership41:58 Leadership Lessons and Recommended Reads47:41 How to Get Involved and Support Youth LegislatureIf you're passionate about leadership development, youth empowerment, civic education, nonprofit impact, or preparing the next generation of leaders, this episode is for you.Connect with Aaron Clark:Website: https://coachaclark.comEmail: [email protected]: https://instagram.com/coach_a_clarkPodcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/clarkconnectionpodcastSubscribe for weekly conversations on leadership, personal growth, and building lasting impact.Got Questions?? Ask THE Coach! Submit your questions here:https://forms.gle/CxAoZ2xw6Z8aDifg8 Premium Sponsor:Vicki with Hubbard Flooring StudioCall: 225-924-1582 Website: www.hubbardflooringstudio.comAddress: 11880 Boylan Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70809Sponsors:Brian with Steadfast Electriccall: 225-457-7957 or website: https://steadfastelectric.com/Bobbie with A Comfy Quest, LLC Call: 225-773-0307 or visit https://www.massagebook.com/biz/AComfyQuestLA9521Andrew with Automate Integrate Professional ServicesVisit: Https://automate-integrate.com or email [email protected]. Robert W. Smith DC, DABCI Chiropractic InternistVisit: https://www.brspine.com/ or Call: 225-291-2626#LeadershipDevelopment #YouthLeadership #CivicEngagement #MiddleSchoolLeadership #YouthLegislature #StudentLeadership #EducationMatters #NonprofitImpact #LouisianaLeadership #PublicSpeakingSkills #FutureLeaders #CommunityEngagement #CivicEducation #LeadershipPodcast #ClarkConnectionPodcast#CivicEngagement #MiddleSchool #Louisiana