What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I gained independence and leadership skills. Helping girls who enjoy running like me has taught me teamwork and leadership; improving my mile time has strengthened my determination; earning my driver's...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have gained understanding in how to be of service to the community around me, and I have learned I can accomplish big things when I set my mind to it and put in the work.
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? The Congressional Award taught me that consistent effort leads to meaningful change. I’ve gained the confidence to work with anyone, and the ability to work through any obstacle. It moved me beyond just...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have gained valuable skills in public speaking, adaptability, and food preparation, while also increasing my knowledge of my community. I especially enjoyed opportunities to work with children,...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? The Congressional Award program is an opportunity to experience new practices and ideas, and to gain new ways of thinking and doing. Between all 4 categories,The Congressional Award program has taught...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have gained confidence in myself, learning that I can do hard things in so many different ways! I have also gained greater empathy and understanding for others, realizing the world is a big place and...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I gained a lot of new perspectives. Volunteering helped me decide what I want to go to college for. Plus, my personal development hours with speech and debate helped me with my public speaking skills...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I’ve gained valuable life skills such as goal setting, time management, leadership, and perseverance. Through my volunteer service, I developed a stronger sense of responsibility and empathy, and I...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? Participating in The Congressional Award has helped me grow in ways I never expected. Through volunteer work with Cheyenne Frontier Days and the Cheyenne Youth Basketball League, I learned the value of...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? The program challenged me to push my limits and, in some areas, my comfort zone. Working for the city grounds crew and volunteering, particularly with youth sports, pushed me into new experiences where...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have gained a greater sense of what my community needs, and how I can step in and help them; a better sense of self discipline, by choosing goals and following through to accomplish them; more...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have improved as a person overall. Through my commitment to public service, I have developed a deeper connection to my local community and a clearer understanding of how I can affect positive change....