Students to explore leadership and government during cooperative’s CYCLE program
Branson, Missouri –
Five local high school sophomores will join students from across Missouri at the Cooperative Youth Conference and Leadership Experience, or CYCLE, July 14-17 at the Missouri Capitol.
To qualify, students had to live within White River Valley Electric Cooperative’s service area and submit an essay describing the qualities and experiences that make an effective leader. Representing the cooperative at this year’s conference are Kyler Moree of Sparta High School, Hailey Barber and Shelby Padilla of Reeds Spring High School, Karter Shofner of Hollister High School, and Emerson Robinson of School of the Ozarks.
“We are excited for these students to represent the Ozarks at the State Capitol and gain experiences that will help shape them into future leaders,” said Nathan Stearns, WRVEC community programs coordinator.
Hosted by the Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives, the four-day event gives students an inside look at Missouri government, builds leadership skills and introduces them to the cooperative model. Participants will connect with peers from across the state, tour key sites, hear nationally known speakers, and take part in team-building activities.
For more information about CYCLE, visit White River’s website at https://www.whiteriver.org/community/youth-programs/cycle/.
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About White River Valley Electric Cooperative
White River Valley Electric Cooperative is a Touchstone Energy Cooperative dedicated to ensuring our members receive safe and reliable service in their homes and businesses across five southwest Missouri counties including Ozark, Taney, Stone, Christian and Douglas.
