| Name of Activity: |
Youth In Government |
| Head Coach/Advisor(s): |
Dave Lundell/Pete Yelle |
| Description of sport/activity: |
Youth leaders from around the state debate the issues that are important to them. Students research public issues and become aware of local, national and international concerns. Students then have the opportunity to take part in the Model Assembly for four days at the Capitol in January. |
| Where to go for more information: |
Contact Dave Lundell at the YMCA 763-717-1836 |
| Length of season: |
School year |
| Practice and/or meeting times: |
First Monday of every month at 6:30 PM |
| Practice and/or meeting location: |
Northtown YMCA |
| Competition/Performances: |
Model Assembly at the Capitol in January |
| Eligibility requirements: |
Open to all Spring Lake Park High School students |
| Average number of members: |
10 |
| Costs and/or needed equipment: |
$350.00. The $350 goes for the following: three night stay at the Hilton hotel, conference meeting space, transportation,. And social activities (Dances, movies and other conference activities). Financial assistance is available for those qualify. |
| Awards criteria & type of awards: |
Letter award |
| Student leadership: |
Students will have opportunity to lead other students in group activities |
