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LEAP is a student internship program that is a wonderful alternative to traditional agriculture student programs. It focuses on teaching the next generation of change makers on ways to effectively care for animals and the planet. Students learn hands on skills, coupled with curriculum designed to help them tackle a wide array of eco issues. Consider signing up your student today!

Registration is NOW OPEN!

Please see some info below for FAQs!

Who:
All 9th-12th Grade Students were welcome to apply!

When:
Registration is open May 1st - August 1st 2025

Acceptance Notifications August 14th

First Day of Class:
Saturday September 6th (Time slots TBD)
(Every first Saturday of the month thereafter.)

We will accept the five (5) most eligible students into the program based on application response.

 

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Our Instructors

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Kaitlin
Instructor Kaitlin has worked the last three years at The Good Shepherd as a volunteer, team lead and board member. She currently serves as the Sanctuary Treasurer and helps oversee volunteer programs. Kaitlin has a bachelor's degree in business and has 4 years experience as a youth camp counselor. When not at The Sanctuary, Kaitlin can be found spending time with her 6 cats and working in her garden.

Elle
Instructor Elle is the founder of The Good Shepherd Animal Sanctuary. She has worked in Animal Advocacy and Rescue for 15 years. Before founding The Good Shepherd, Elle spent two years as a church youth leader and a nanny to a family for 2 year old. She works at the family business Lead Foot Customs and is the main caretaker at the sanctuary. When not working at The Good Shepherd, Elle enjoys camping with family and attending car shows.

Schedule and Classes

Curriculum Classes and Workshops:

First LEAP Class: Saturday September 6th 2025

Saturday October 4th 2025

Saturday November 1st 2025

Saturday December 6th 2025

Saturday January 3rd 2025

Saturday February 7th 2025

Saturday March 7th 2025

Saturday April 4th 2025

Saturday May 2nd 2025

Final Project Day: Saturday June 6th 2025

 

Volunteer Hours Available Every Saturday 12-4 PM after initial curriculum class.

The Good Shepherd Animal Sanctuary is a Federally Exempt U.S. 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization dedicated to improving the lives of all sentient creatures. All rights reserved, 2025. Do not replicate, distribute, or utilize any materials within this website for personal gain.

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