United Community Bank
Junior Board of Directors

How does one qualify to become a member of the Junior Board?

The Junior Board of Directors consists of high school students who are classified as a student in “good standing”.  The high school counselors will verify whether a student is in good standing.  An application must be completed and returned to the high school’s teacher representative for the Junior Board.

How and when are members of the Junior Board selected?

Selection of the Junior Board of Directors is by a committee of high school representatives and are chosen based on academic excellence, extra curricular involvement and overall leadership skills.

What are the benefits to selected students?

Junior Board Members become representatives of United Community Bank at school and in the community.  Junior Board service allows participants an opportunity to gain knowledge in leadership, community service and the financial industry. This program is designed to be fun, beneficial, and an opportunity for personal and professional growth as young adults.

Is this a school program?

This is not a “school” program, but rather a program originating from United Community Bank.  This program has the approval and cooperation of the participating high schools, and it is understood that a record of a student’s participation can be included on their transcript/activity record if they successfully complete the one year of service on the Board.

What is the length of service on the Junior Board?

Selected students will be notified in the Spring.  They will serve for one year completing their service in the Spring of that year.

When, where and how often are the meetings held?

Meetings are held monthly at United Community Bank.  Meeting times are established by the Board and are generally 60 minutes in length.  Each student will be expected to provide his/her own transportation to each meeting.

What are the duties of the Junior Board of Directors?

The duties of the Junior Board of Directors are to serve as ambassadors of United Community Bank at various community functions while gaining knowledge in leadership, community services and the financial industry.  Each member is expected to attend the scheduled monthly board meetings and be involved in certain community activities.

What is United Community Bank’s goal for participants?

The goal of United Community Bank’s Junior Board program is to promote civic leadership and responsibility among junior and seniors
and to enrich their knowledge of the community, its history and business environment through association with United Community Bank, its officers and the United Community Board of Directors.