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About Water Warriors and Why You Should Apply

Calling all High School and College Water Advocates! Do you have a passion for nature and want to make a real impact on the environment?

High school and college students interested in water conservation, outreach, fundraising, and community engagement may apply to Water Warriors on Campus.

Water Warriors make a positive impact by participating in fundraising campaigns, arranging outreach events, and engaging with the local community to raise awareness about preserving the Chattahoochee River Basin. This opportunity will help you develop valuable leadership, communication, and outreach skills.

Join the ranks of more than 150 Water Warriors and apply today!

Program Details

The Water Warriors on Campus program runs from October 2024 to May 2025 and is free to participate.

Once admitted, students are expected to:

Complete a minimum of 10 volunteer hours by participating in approved activities such as cleanups, community outreach, peer education, event support, and other conservation-related experiences.
Submit a monthly timesheet to track hours and activities throughout the program.
Join and stay active in the Water Warriors GroupMe, where program updates, reminders, and service opportunities will be shared.
Engage in a variety of experiences, aiming to participate across different categories like education, service, and advocacy.
Submit a mid-year check-in (January or February) to reflect on progress and share feedback.
Complete a final reflection in May to summarize their experience, growth, and contributions.

Students who meet all program expectations will receive:

A Water Warrior Certificate of Completion
Public recognition through CRK platforms
Priority access to future Water Warrior Leaders program and Water Warriors on Summer Break Program

Tell us a little about yourself!

First Name

Last Name

Mobile Number

Additional Email

Address

City

State

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Please provide the first and last name of your parent or guardian (if a minor).

Please provide an email for your parent or guardian.

Are you a high school or college student?

What grade are you in?

What high school do you attend?

What county is your high school located in?

Do you participate in extracurricular activities?

What extracurriculars do you participate in?

How many hours per week do you spend in extracurricular activities?

What year in school are you?

What college or university do you attend?

What is your major?

Are you part of any university extracurriculars?

Which extracurriculars do you participate in?

Share your motivation for joining Water Warrirors and describe a time you led or participated in an environmental/conservation effort. What did you learn, and how will you apply that in this role?

Personal Statement

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What skills are you bringing into the program?

Student Skills

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When do you intend to achieve your hours?

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If selected, what is one tangible goal you'd like to achieve this year?

About CRK & Program Experience Interests

How familiar are you with Chattahoochee Riverkeeper and/or its mission?

Have you or your family previously participated in CRK events, volunteer opportunities or are currently a CRK member? If so, can you please provide details?

Attending Orientation: Please Select The Option Best For You

Please select your interest areas:

Education (workshops, field trips, and presentations)

Water Quality (sampling and laboratory analysis)

Advocacy (visiting the Capitol and campus/community advocacy efforts)

Creating or joining a Water Warriors club at your school

Fundraising (coordinating restaurant givebacks, CRK merchandise sales at school events, participating in or creating a fundraiser)

Social Media (creating blogs, vlogs, and social media posts)

Outreach (attending tabling opportunities in the community)

Please submit your application by clicking the "apply" button below. You'll receive an email receipt acknowledging receipt of your application; this email does not confirm acceptance into the program. All applications will undergo review. Upon acceptance, you'll receive a welcome packet and orientation details from Jillian Griffin, CRK's Atlanta Outreach Manager, before October 1, 2024.