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EDUCATION LEADERSHIP PUBLIC SERVICE
The United States Senate Youth Program, established in 1962 by U.S. Senate Resolution, is a unique educational experience for outstanding high school students interested in pursuing careers in public service. The annual program will be held in Washington, D.C., from March 9 - 16, 2013 . Two student leaders from each state, the District of Columbia and the Department of Defense Education Activity will spend a week in Washington experiencing their national government in action. Student delegates will hear major policy addresses by Senators, cabinet members, officials from the Departments of State and Defense and directors of other federal agencies, as well as participate in a meeting with a Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. All transportation, hotel and meal expenses will be provided by The Hearst Foundations. In addition, each delegate will also be awarded a $5,000 College Scholarship for undergraduate studies, with encouragement to pursue coursework in history and political science. To apply, please contact your state selection contact. 1962-2012
50th ANNIVERSARY UNITED STATES SENATE YOUTH PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE HONORARY CO-CHAIRS
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There is a debt of service due from every man to his country, proportioned to the bounties which nature and fortune have measured to him.
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Senate Virtual Reference Desk USSYP Alumni Association The Hearst Foundations The Federal Student Aid Office iCivics The National Association of Secondary School Principals has placed this program on the NASSP National Advisory List of Student Contests and Activities for 2012-2013. www.principals.org
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