Sioux Valley Energy will send one student to Washington, D.C., in June for the Rural Electric Youth Tour.

The Youth Tour is a trip sponsored by Sioux Valley Energy and coordinated by South Dakota Rural Electric Association (SDREA) and Minnesota Rural Electric Association (MREA).

While in Washington, the students will meet with the state's congressional delegation, visit historical sites and meet 1,500 teens from cooperatives across the United States. Sioux Valley Energy realizes it is more vital than ever that today's young people understand and support the rural electrification program, for they are tomorrow's leaders and consumers. Sioux Valley Energy will provide funding for the trip to include all transportation costs, lodging, meals and entrance fees to sightseeing or entertainment events. Students will be responsible for anything beyond those items such as snacks and souvenirs. Some of the sites they will be visiting include Lincoln Memorial, Washington National Cathedral, the Air and Space Museum, Washington Monument, Arlington Cemetery and many more. For more information about the experiences please visit www.youthtour.org.

Who is eligible for the Youth Tour?

The applicants must be a high school sophomore, junior or senior whose parents or guardians are members of Sioux Valley Energy.

What are the dates of the Youth Tour?

One student will be selected. If the recipient is from Minnesota, they will be traveling June 16-21, 2012. South Dakota is attending from June 15-21, 2012.

How Can I Apply?

Applications can be obtained from local high school guidance counselors or at the Brandon, Colman, or Pipestone service centers.

Applicants must complete a personal information sheet and take a test on the history and organization of the rural electrification program. The test must be completed and returned to Sioux Valley Energy by March 9, 2012 or mailed to Sioux Valley Energy, Attn: Youth Tour, PO Box 857, Brandon, SD 57005. One student will be selected to represent Sioux Valley Energy on the Washington, D.C. trip in June.

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