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Youth Tour

2023 Government in Action Youth Tour

Community  /  Youth Tour
**THE DEADLINE TO APPLY WAS JANUARY 6, 2023.**

2022 Government in Action Youth Tour Recipient:

Ariana Coolidge (McMullen County ISD)

Government in Action Youth Tour

Every June, electric cooperatives send hundreds of High School students from around the country to Washington D.C. annually for the Government-In-Action Youth Tour.

The Government in Action Youth Tour 2023 will begin in Austin, Texas on Sunday, June 11th and will end in Austin, Texas on Monday, June 19th. Karnes Electric Cooperative, Inc. will sponsor one student from its service area for a 10 day all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. The winning applicant will receive a travel package valued at $5,000.00, and will join other Texas High School students for a tour of the White House, the U.S. House and Senate Chambers, the Supreme Court, the Washington National Cathedral, Arlington National Cemetery, the Smithsonian Institution, and many other national sites. Upon returning to Austin, the itinerary will continue with a tour of the Texas State Capitol and a visit to the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum. The travel package includes air transportation to and from Washington D.C., hotel stay, meals, entrance fees, and $250.00 cash for miscellaneous expenses. Chaperones for the tour will be provided by the Texas Electric Cooperative Association and will accompany the students throughout the tour.

Eligibility
  • Applicant must have completed their freshman year of high school by June 2023.
  • Applicant must be a legal dependent of an active member whose residence is receiving electric service from Karnes Electric Cooperative, In.
  • The winner must be able to participate in the Youth Tour held in Washington, D.C. from June 11-19, 2023.
  • The winner must be able to fly in an airplane and ride in a car or bus for up to 12 hours a day (with breaks)
  • The winner will be responsible for transportation to and from Austin, Texas. They will also be responsible for additional spending money for snacks, souvenirs, etc.
  • The winner will be recongnized at the Karnes Electric Cooperative’s Annual Meeting that will be held in June of 2023.
  • The winner must be able to participate in the Youth Tour held in Washington, D.C. from June 11-19, 2023.
  • The winner must have a government-issued ID card prior to the trip.



Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply?
Students have the option of downloading the form and submitting it to our office or filling out the form online. Please note both type of applications require a parent/legal guardian signature.

Essay Question
If you had the opportunity to change something about your school or community, what would it be and why? (Essay should contain a minimum of 400 words).

Who is eligible?
All high school sophomores and juniors whose parent or legal guardian is a member of Karnes EC.

How much does it cost?
Free! Karnes EC will sponsor one applicant and will cover all travel expenses including airfare, hotel, and food. However most students like to bring additional money for spending on souvenirs.

Why should I apply?
Students have an opportunity to visit Washington, D.C., visit museums, meet with congressional representatives, and meet new friends from across the State!

When is the deadline to apply?
The deadline is January 6, 2023.

 

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