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A Trip of a Lifetime


If you’re a high school sophomore or junior living or attending school in Walton EMC’s service area, you could be one of four students who win an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C., as a participant in the Washington Youth Tour.

This leadership development opportunity provides a peek at how our state and national governments work and what it takes to be a better leader. The trip includes one-on-one meetings with congressional delegates, visits to the White House and national monuments and enjoying social activities with other Tour delegates from across the nation.

TO APPLY:

  • Complete the entry form and submit it to Walton EMC by the deadline.
  • Take a written test on provided material covering topics such as electricity, cooperatives, Walton EMC and the electric utility industry.
  • The eight students with the best score will move on to the interview round of the contest where the judges will choose four winners and one alternate.

To Qualify:

  • Be a high school sophomore or junior
  • Live or attend a school in WEMC’s service area
  • Have your parent’s permission to enter
  • If selected, you must commit to the trip
  • Past winners are not eligible

Important Dates:

  • Entry Form Deadline: Friday, February 11, 2022.
  • Contest: Monday, March 7, 2022, 6:30 p.m. at Walton EMC Headquarters 842 U.S. Highway 78 NW Monroe, GA 30655
  • Washington Youth Tour: June 16–23, 2022

 

Click here to apply.