Good evening, Iowa!
It has been a busy day here in D.C! This morning at 3:55 a.m. nine Youth Tour students and two chaperones went for a Thursday morning run with Senator Grassley. (Shelly took some great pictures, be sure to check them out on Facebook and SmugMug!)
Today was a HUGE day for the students, they were able to check out Capitol Hill, and meet with both representatives in the House and the Senate. The kids had some FANTASTIC questions! (We also have pictures of this, too). The students were able to get lunch at some of the Capitol cafes. After lunch, we were off to Arlington. Four of our students (Hannah, Isaiah, Nicole, and Jacob) laid a wreath at The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and we were able to witness the changing of the guard. After this we were able to take a tram to other stops at Arlington, including Robert E. Lee's mansion and gardens. This tourist attraction has a great view of the cemetery and the city. While we were touring Arlington, Shelly and Pat snuck off to Georgetown to pick up the famous D.C. Cupcakes for the students, which were awaiting them when they returned to the hotel!
After they had their delicious cupcakes, they were off to the All-States Farewell & Dinner Dance held at the hotel. The students all had a great time, and spent their last hour in the hallway reminiscing about the week they just experienced. Who would've thought at orientation they would be as close as they are today?!
Youth Tour has brought together 34 talented students that will be successful in whatever paths they choose. At the end of the day, they are all thankful for Rural Power, and their local REC's which gave them this trip of a lifetime.
We can't go without mentioning our phenomenal coordinator, Shelly York! This past week I have been able to see a lot of what happens "behind the scenes", and Shelly is definitely one of the best. We are so lucky to have her, because as all of the kids (& alumni) can say, no Youth Tour would be the same without Shelly.
With that being said, thanks NRECA, local REC's, and Shelly York for organizing this trip of a life time!
Britta Becker
2016 Youth Tour Intern
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