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Opportune Season for Local Youth

Area high school and college students can embark on a bright, New Year by applying for one or more youth programs. To qualify, applicants must live (primary residence) in a home served by Tri-County. The Tri-County EMC Cooperative Scholarship is offered to undergraduate students. Three, $2,000 scholarships will be awarded based on academics, financial need and community involvement. The scholarship can be used at any accredited school in the U.S. Applications are due April 15. The Tri-County EMC Operation Roundup Foundation Scholarship is available to undergraduate and graduate students with preference given to nontraditional students. Roundup funds totaling $4,000 are awarded to students in the spring and fall of each year based on academics, financial need and a demonstrated commitment to their community. Applicants must apply by April 15. The Walter Harrison Scholarship is comprised of many $1,000 scholarships. Tri-County EMC will select one undergraduate semi-finalist to compete for a $1,000 scholarship at the state level. A combination of need and academic ability will be used to determine winners. The scholarship must be used in Georgia. Tri-County EMC must receive applications by Feb. 10. The award honors the late Walter Harrison, a pioneer in the rural electrification movement. The Cooperative Youth Leadership Conference is open to all high school students. This three-day event is held in July at the FFA/FCCLA Center in Covington. Through teambuilding exercises and more, participants explore cooperatives while gaining leadership skills. Activities include horseback riding, canoeing and swimming.

The Washington Youth Tour (WYT) is offered to high school students of at least 16 years of age. The chosen delegate will join about 100 Georgia students on a fast-paced, high-energy trip to Washington, D.C. to learn about democracy, history, leadership and public service. Applications are located in both offices or at tri-countyemc.com. The application deadline is Feb 15. Visit http://www.youthtour.coop/to learn more. (70570-01) "The Washington Youth Tour was a great experience for me," says Tri-County Youth Tour Delegate Allie Chambers. "Getting to meet state and national legislators made me feel like I was part of not only the history of what had gone before, but also history in the making." Chambers, a high-achieving senior at the University of Georgia who plans to pursue a masters degree in Public Health, frequently see’s fellow youth tour delegates on campus. "A few of them have even become my best friends." Advice Chambers gives for future WYT prospects? "This trip is all about expanding your boundaries and making a place for yourself. Indulge in your unfamiliar environment, get to know people, enjoy the scenery and just have fun."  <<

>> Allie Chambers 2004 WYT Delegate <<