What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have gained new learning skills and also new life skills through the efforts of helping others through my volunteer service. I’ve learned valuable ways to help not only improve myself but also my...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I feel like I've gained a stronger sense of responsibility. To participate in the Congressional Award, you really have to make an effort to get hours in each area done each month. That takes planning...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have gained a broader vision of what serving my community truly is and helped my community to be better as a whole. I have also learned discipline, to be organized, and to challenge myself in...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I was able to volunteer, meet people, and have experiences I would have never experienced if this program did not push me to do so. I learned new skills, like crocheting and cooking. Crocheting is like...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? From my experiences working to accomplish this award, I have discovered my strengths and weaknesses, as well as how I may overcome these weaknesses. Additionally, I have bettered myself in all...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I learned how to participate in my community and help the youth of my community. I furthered my knowledge in areas I enjoy like golf, skiing, and reading. This makes me realize how important...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have gained a more organized mindset because of my Personal Development goals; become better and more confident in volleyball and softball because of my Physical Fitness goals; and have given more to...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have learned the value of persistence, how to manage my time well, and been immersed in the beautiful nature of Vedauwoo, alongside learning how to function and excel on my own.
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I learned how to set attainable and measurable goals, manage a busy schedule, and take steps to reach my goals. I have gained a sense of planning and appreciation for the way adults manage schedules and...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I learned how to be consistent and stick with my goals. This helped me learn perseverance because even when I did not feel like working towards my goal, I did anyway, and it paid off. I also gained...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have definitely gained a sense of responsibility and accountability. When you need to do something, you get on it; you can't just "meh" your way through life. I also got involved more in the...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I gained an understanding of how hard and stressful planning a trip could be, and I learned how to do things like make reservations and book activities. I also gained more experience in volleyball....