We’re looking for the next generation of rural Iowa leaders with a passion for government and public service to apply for a chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime trip to our nation’s capital in June.
The Electric Cooperative Youth Tour is an annual event that draws students from electric cooperatives across the country for a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Washington, D.C. While there, students learn more about the cooperative business model, meet with legislative leaders, and visit museums, monuments and other landmarks.
Clarke Electric is now accepting applications from high school sophomores and juniors who are interested in attending the 2023 Electric Cooperative Youth Tour June
17-23. Interested students should visit our web site, www.cecnet.net to find the application and more information under the “News & Community” tab.
Important Dates to Remember
March 3: Application deadline. Those who submit an application will be sent a packet of information on next steps and essay topic.
March 17: Essay deadline
March 29: Candidate judging, 4:30 p.m. at the Clarke Electric office.
Who’s eligible: Current sophomore or junior high school students from the following school districts: Central Decatur, Chariton, Clarke, Indianola, Interstate 35, Martensdale-St. Marys, Mormon Trail, Murray and Wayne school districts.
Youth Tour is much more than a sightseeing trip. Students have repeatedly shared that this experience has helped them grow into successful professionals. It has also benefited our local communities. Youth Tour participants return home with a deeper understanding of what it takes to be leader, and as a result, they put these skills to use right here in our community.
Help us find the next generation of leaders by sharing the Youth Tour experience with a promising student. For more information, contact me at (641) 342-2173 or (800)
362-2154.