2007 Youth Education Summit July 9-15

The National Rifle Association's Youth Education Summit (YES) program is gearing up to host another active week for students who want to learn about the U. S. government.

The YES program will host a group of outstanding high school sophomores and juniors from across the United States for a weeklong educational experience in Washington DC. This year's program will take place July 9 - 15. The deadline for applications is set for March 1.

The Youth Education Summit is a seven-day event designed to encourage America's youth to become active and knowledgeable U.S. citizens. YES is an intensive educational experience that allows students to learn the significance of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, to develop an understanding of the federal government, and see the importance of active participation in civic affairs -- all while in the nation's capital.

Activities on this year's schedule include:

"? Informative tours, and independent time, at historic sites and monuments in and around Washington, DC.

"? Traversing an obstacle course at the Marine Corps Base in Quantico VA.

"? Guest speakers and research time at NRA Headquarters and the National Firearms Museum.

"? Competitive debates with other high school students from across the nation.

In addition to the week in Washington, DC, YES participants compete for $30,000 in college scholarships. Since the program's inception in 1996, over $140,000 in scholarships have been awarded.

High school sophomores and juniors interested in participating in the NRA's Youth Education Summit program must have their applications postmarked by the deadline.

Stillwater Firearms Association and Fallon Mayor Ken Tedford encourage Churchill County High School sophomores and juniors to apply. Selected CCHS student(s') round trip airfare will be co funded by the SFA treasury and the Mayors Youth Fund.

Selected to attend the 2006 YES, CCHS student Shane Groover said, "This experience gave me a true appreciation of our nation's great heritage and the freedoms we enjoy due to the ultimate sacrifices of many great Americans and we must strive to protect these rights to honor past and future generations. I appreciate having the opportunity to attend, and I would encourage all qualified students to apply for this outstanding program."

For additional information, and to download an application for the 2007 Youth Education Summit, please visit www.nrafoundation.org/yes, call (800) 672-3888 ext. 1353, or contact:

Stillwater Firearms Association

P. O. Box 665

Fallon NV 89407

This page was last updated 06/16/2008