Habersham students set sights on D.C.

CLARKESVILLE - While April showers bring May flowers, June will bring local high school students Catherine Fain and Morgan West a unique summer experience.<br /> <br /> These young ladies were selected to attend the 2014 Washington Youth Tour, a fully paid leadership trip sponsored by 38 of the electric membership corporations in Georgia, including Habersham EMC.<br /> <br /> As Georgia's oldest leadership program for teens, the Washington Youth Tour is designed to teach students about U.S. history, the role of democracy, the importance of community and public service, and the need for civic leadership and service.<br /> <br /> Catherine and Morgan will be among 109 Georgia high school studentsduring the event set for June 12-19.<br /> <br /> Students selected for the program this year from the Jackson EMC service area were announced a few days ago. See earlier story. Link below.)<br /> <br />

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