H.S. Students have until Fri. Sept. 17th to apply for the
Congressional Youth Advisory Council
Washington,
Aug 12 -
Today U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson (3rd Dist.-Texas) officially launched the 2010-2011 Congressional Youth Advisory Council (CYAC) when he invited students in the Third District to apply for the distinguished group. The CYAC is open to high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors who are enrolled in public, private and home schools. Applications for the CYAC can be found in the student section on www.samjohnson.house.gov. Students have until Friday, September 17th to apply.
“As a former Prisoner of War in Vietnam for nearly seven years, more than half of that time in solitary confinement, I take the bounty of America and service to this country very seriously. America’s democracy and liberty – and the many blessings that come with them – like freedom of speech and the freedom to vote – were bought with a price. People all over the world do not enjoy these same blessings. I encourage young people to cherish them and thrive by loving and serving America and your community with all of your heart. Making your voice heard on the CYAC is one way to do that,” said Johnson.
Johnson created the Council in 2004 to gain insight from students in his district and to inspire civic-minded young adults to achieve their full potential. The Council meets approximately twice each school semester in the Third District. During the CYAC activities, high-achieving students explore the role citizens, lawmakers, experts, and institutions play in a democracy.
To apply for the CYAC, students must submit the completed application form, a letter of parental permission, a current photo for identification purposes only, a short personal essay and two letters of recommendation. Selections are based on leadership ability, academic performance, extra-curricular activities and community service. Students must apply (and re-apply) for the CYAC each year and may only serve on the Council two of four years between grades 9-12 to ensure as many students may participate as possible.
To be considered, the completed application must be submitted to Johnson’s office no later than September 17th.
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