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Gold 2010
The 2010 Gold Medal Ceremony will be held in Washington, DC on June 23, 2010. There will be two ceremonies in tha Cannon Caucus Room on Capitol Hill. In lieu of the Gold Medal Recognition Dinner, we will be having various Open House events in the Capitol for our Gold Medalists and their families on June 24, 2010. Medalists will be notified of their scheduled Open House time via mail shortly.
6/19/2010 - Chaperones check in for training for the Gold Program
6/20/2010 - Check in for the 2010 Gold Program participants (note - Gold Program Medalists should have received an email regarding the tentative schedule of events and traveling information. If you did not receive this information, please contact Gold@CongressionalAward.org).
6/23/2010 - 2010 Gold Medal Ceremony
AM Ceremony - 10:00 AM
Recognizing medalists from AR, CO, FL, GA, MA, ME, MI, NJ, NY, OH, TN, TX & WY in the Cannon Caucus Room.
Pictures - 12:00 NOON
Pictures will be taken on the steps by the Capitol Reflecting Pool.
PM Ceremony - 2:30 PM
Recognizing medalists from CA, ID, IN, KS, LA, MD, MN, MO, MS, NC, PA, VA & WA in the Cannon Caucus Room.
6/24/2010 - Check out for the 2010 Gold Program participants (the entire group will check out of the George Mason University dorms and head to Capitol Hill together for a departure breakfast and the Open House events)
Open House Event (US Capitol)
Medalists and their guests will be invited to Open House Blocks in the US Capitol for a meet and greet with the state delegations. More information (including specific time and location) will be sent out via mail to our medalists shortly. Each block will last approximately 45 minutes with tour opportunities available afterwards.
Please check the Gold Webpage for Information. This will be updated as dates and events are confirmed. |
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Message from the National Board |
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 In a few short weeks the United States Congress will recognize over 250 young people with the Congressional Award Gold Medal. This year's medalists hail from all corners of our great nation, representing thousands of hours of community service, skill building, physical fitness and exploration.
In earning this special honor, these youth have committed themselves to years of personal growth and challenge. They have inspired a spirit of generosity and selflessness in their communities. They have strived to become healthier, stronger and wiser individuals and members of society. They have broken down barriers and often learned to overcome tremendous personal obstacles to meet their goals.
These young people truly deserve our attention and our admiration. I ask for your continued support in honoring them on June 23rd in Washington, DC. I know that their willingness to give their time and energy will continue well into adulthood, becoming our leaders of tomorrow.
Erica W. Heyse
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Participant Spotlight |
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 Robert Dennison Patton
2010 Congressional Award Gold Medalist
Ohio
A young man from Lakota West High School in West Chester, Ohio, Robert D. Patton has set many goals for his life. Through the Congressional Award, he has become more interested in government and in the world around him. For Personal Development, Robert learned Japanese and became a certified Red Cross Lifeguard. He was also a member of the Varsity Swimming Team to meet the Physical Fitness requirements.
One of the most important things Robert learned on the way to earning his Congressional Award Gold Medal is very important, “ . . . how the cycle can be broken.” As a volunteer, Robert had the opportunity to invest time in local youth. “They (the children) want to learn to be successful but do not have the habits or help from home to get there on their own. I have seen them begin to see themselves as smart and capable.”
Robert gives these words of advice to current participants, “At times it may seem like a lot, but the pride and sense of accomplishment felt after achieving such an effort, and the character and insight gained, is truly remarkable.” |
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Advisor Spotlight |
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 Heather Ball
Texas
I learned of the Congressional Award through Boy Scouts. The two programs are a great match, particularly for older Scouts, and I greatly enjoy serving as Advisor to them on their path to the Congressional Award Gold Medal. The emphasis on regular community service, challenging adventures, and personal development are goals that both programs stress. As Scouts enter their mid- to-late teens, they begin to appreciate how much the Congressional Award can add to their resume for college or job applications. One college admissions officer wrote how impressed he was that Gold Medalist Chris Marshall had earned this prestigious award – one presented of 300 given out nationwide last year. The program also introduces participants to their local Congressional representative, and has led to internships at their district offices. Both boys and girls can participate in Boy Scouts through Venture Crew, and one of our girls will soon submit her paperwork for the Congressional Award Gold Medal. My favorite quote: “Everyone can be great because anyone can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't even have to make your subject and your verb agree to serve… You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.” — Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. |
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Annual Congressional Award Golf Classic |
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 The 16th Annual Congressional Award Golf Classic was held on April 26, 2010, at the Army Navy Country Club in Arlington, Virginia. Special thanks to all of our Sponsors, including Title Sponsor Alpha Natural Resources. Even with a little rain, we had 110 Golfers showing their support for America's youth. Additional information about the day can be found here.
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Congressional Award Fall Internship Announcement |
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 The Congressional Award is accepting internship applications for the Fall 2010 Semester.
A Congressional Award Intern assists in the promoting, publicizing, and overseeing of program operations. This includes the day-to-day operations of the program and medal ceremonies. The Program Manager’s are the Foundation’s liaisons with Congressional Offices, Partnering Organizations, Schools, Advisors, Individual Participants, Education Officials, and State and Local Media. The Congressional Award Intern will provide support in these initiatives and tasks.
If you are interested in an internship with the Congressional Award, please email your cover letter and resume to Eliot Williamson. More information about the internship opporunity may be found on the Opportunities Page. |
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| Local Ceremonies and Recent Events |
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Share Your Pictures and Experiences with Us!!! |
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If you have pictures of a ceremony or stories regarding the Congressional Award, please send them to us via email at information@congressionalaward.org. |
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