The Rancho is seeking motivated students who want to improve their communication skills, enhance their knowledge of local history, and be introduced to exciting career options in museum education and public history, for a NEW Teen Docent Program.  Students will first participate in an eight-week training course Monday and Wednesday afternoons, October 16–December 6, from 4:30-6 p.m.  The course focuses on California and Rancho history, as well as museum interpretation techniques, and will prepare RLC Teen Docents to give guided tours of the historic house, implement educational programs for young visitors, and work on museum projects directly with staff. The total training/service commitment for the RLC Teen Docent Program is 100 hours, which will be completed during the 2006-7 school year.  The program more than fulfills service learning requirements for graduation, and will look terrific on a college or job application!  RLC Teen Docent Program applications must be received by October 13, 2006.   

For additional information, or to get an application for the RLC Teen Docent Program, please call (562) 570-1755 or visit the volunteer page at www.rancholoscerritos.org.