Army Teen Panel (ATP) Application
Section I: Applicant Criteria and Submission Instructions
The Army Teen Panel (ATP) serve as the “voice of Army youth” for Army senior leaders. Each year
one half of the ATP membership retires from ATP having completed their two year term, resulting in
half of its membership positions being vacant. Each Region Headquarters/Command selects one
new member annually to fill the vacant ATP positions. New member applications are sent to Family
& MWR Command for processing.
Army Teen Panel membership selection includes ATP members from each of the following
Regions/Commands:
U.S. Army Northwest
U.S. Army Southeast
U.S. Army West
U.S. Army Pacific
U.S. Army Korea
U.S. Army Europe
U.S. Army National Guard
U.S. Reserves
U.S. Army Accessions Command
Wounded Warrior Program
Teens interested in becoming ATP members must meet the following criteria prior to submitting an
application to their Region/Command for consideration:
a. Have a grade point average of “C” (or the equivalent grade point in a 4.0 grade point scale)
or better in school, both during application process and during their term as ATP members.
b. Be involved with Youth Program at his or her Installation/Command
c. Be able to attend up to three meetings annually, possibly missing school. Applicant must
have not scheduling conflicts that prohibit attending ATP meetings (i.e., seasonal sports and
other school activities which require attendance for more than two weeks).
d. Be a family member of a U.S. Army Active Duty Soldier, Army retiree, Army civilian
employee, Army National Guard or Army Reserve
e. Be a citizen of the United States
f. Be a member in good standing in the military or civilian community
g. Be able to serve for a two-year membership term
h. Have experience speaking, presenting, and/or briefing adult and youth audiences
i. Be able to work with both adults and youth to plan and implement activities
j. Have strong writing skills
k. Be mature, responsible and organized
IMCOM Regions and Component Commands should develop a selection process consisting of
such methods as panel selection groups, matrix, Essay interviews, etc.
Army Teen Panel (ATP) Application
Installation CYS Services staff are expected to assist teens with the application process to include,
ensuring the application is fully completed and submitted to the appropriate Region, Guard,
Reserve, Accessions Command or Wounded Warrior Program.
Request IMCOM Regions and Component Commands make selections and email applications
along with the signature page and report cards to Family & MWR Command NLT Monday, July 12th
2010.
Point of contact for this action is Donna McGrath, Comm. (210) 424-8480, Fax, (210) 424-8613 or
email: [email protected]
Army Teen Panel (ATP) Application
SECTION II: APPLICANT INFORMATION
Please enter all responses via computer. Complete all sections of the application.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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Applicant’s Name
Date of Birth
Name you prefer to use
Applicant’s E-mail Address
([
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Home Phone (country & area code)
Cell Phone Number
Address (US Postal Mailing Address)
Federal Express Delivery Address
City, ST ZIP Code
City, ST ZIP Code
Age
SECTION III: PARENT or LEGAL GUARDIAN INFORMATION.
(Please complete all applicable information)
Name of Mother
Place of Work:
([
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COMM Work Phone No
E-mail Address
Name of Father
Place of Work:
([
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COMM Work Phone No
E-mail Address
SECTION IV: SCHOOL INFORMATION. Fax along with signature page a copy of your most recent report card.
What year are you in School? (Fall/Spring 2010/2011)
Click here to choose a year in School Fall/Spring 2010-2011.
Name of School
School Phone Number
Address of School
Name of Principal
Sex
F
Army Teen Panel (ATP) Application
School Website:
SECTION V: ATP COMMITMENT.
Using the space provided below, answer the following questions regarding your ability
to commit to the Army Teen Panel and in representing Army youth world-wide.
Applicant’s Name (Page 2)
1.
Describe your involvement with the Army programs for Families and youth? Explain in detail
duties/responsibilities/results of actions.
2. What activities are you involved in at school? How will you balance your extracurricular school
activities? Will they interfere with your commitment to Army Teen Panel?
3.
How will your installation Youth Center or other Family Program command element point of contact
support you as an ATP member? (to be completed by CYS Services staff)
4.
How will your parents support you as an ATP member? (to be completed by Parents)
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SECTION VI: INSTALLATION / COMPONENT COMMAND
POINT OF CONTACT (POC) INFORMATION
Applicant’s Name (Page 3)
Name of Installation/Component Area
Region / Component
Installation/Component Command CYS POC Name
DSN
CYS POC Phone COMM
CYS POC Fax COMM
SECTION VII: APPLICANT ESSAY
POC Email Address
Army Teen Panel (ATP) Application
Enter your responses to Part A and Part B on a separate sheet of paper and submit on line with the
remainder of the application. Be sure your name is on all pages of the essay.
A. Part 1: In 1000 words or less, answer the following question. Why do you believe you are
qualified to represent Army Teens?
B. Part II: In 1000 words or less, answer the following questions in one essay.
 Please describe your involvement in Installation / National Guard, Reserve or Accessions
Command Youth Program(s).
 Please describe your Youth Services, school or community leadership experiences and how
these experiences and your leadership skills will serve to strengthen the Army Teen Panel?
 Please describe your volunteer community service experiences (on and off post) including
service done as a part of “Promise Passport” / “America’s Promise”.
 What do you believe should be the role of teens in the military and/or civilian community?
 If you were to meet the Chief of Staff of the Army and the Secretary of the Army, what would
you tell them about your life as an Army Teen?
 If you could do three things to improve life for Army Teens at your installation/program, what
would they be?
SECTION VIII: LETTER OF SUPPORT FROM INSTALLATION OR COMMAND ELEMENT
(National Guard, Accessions Command, Army Reserve)
CYS POINT OF CONTACT (POC).
Applicant’s Name (Page 4)
Please describe the following:
1. The applicant's strengths and experiences that qualifies him/her to be an
Army Teen Panel (ATP) member.
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2. Reasons you believe the applicant will be an asset to ATP?
3. The Garrison/Command will provide support the ATP member to help fulfill
their responsibilities. Note: Support should include, but is not limited to
office space at Youth Center, telephone usage, meeting space, computer
usage, etc.
Signature____________________________________________________
Title________________________________________________________
Address_____________________________________________________
Telephone #__________________________________________________
Email_______________________________________________________
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SIGNATURE PAGE
Applicant’s Name (Page 5)
Instructions: Email completed application to FMWRC POC NLT 12 July 2010.
required prior to submission of application.
All signatures are
The signature page should be signed after reviewing the application and making sure that the
applicant meets the selection criteria and that the application is complete.
The Installation/Component POC forwards the electronic version of the application to the
Region/Component Command POC and the Region/Component Command POC forwards to FMWRC
POC.
I have prepared this application and certify that it accurately reflects my work:
Signature of Applicant:
Date:
I fully support my teen’s application to the Army Teen Panel, and if selected, understand the
commitment and responsibilities my teen is expected to fulfill:
Date:
Parent or Legal Guardian:
I fully support my Installation’s / Component’s application to the ATP, and if selected, understand my
commitment to supporting him/her in meeting their obligations:
Installation /Component CYS POC:
Date:
I fully support my Region’s / Component Command’s nominee to the ATP, and if selected, understand
my commitment to supporting him/her in meeting their obligations:
Region / Component Command POC:
Date:
FAX to: FMWRC POC - CYS (210) 424-8613
Email: [email protected]
ATTN: Donna M. McGrath – Army Teen Panel Senior Adult Advisor
Please include a copy of the report card with this signature page.
THANK YOU.