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....
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? There are not words to describe how much this program has given me. I feel like I have gained a sense of purpose for my life, now knowing how much I can impact my community by just being myself. I have...
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? Participating in The Congressional Award has helped me grow in independence, responsibility, and self-confidence. Most importantly, I learned that I can rely on myself and take on leadership roles...
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 learned how to participate in my community and help the youth of my community, and I furthered my knowledge in areas I enjoy like golf, skiing, and reading. It also made me realize how important...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have gained goal-setting and time management skills, as well as learned how to take initiative, become more service-oriented, made stronger community ties, gained a better awareness of community...
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? The Congressional Award opened up many new opportunities for me, like being able to volunteer at a hospital. I met people and had experiences I would have never had if this program did not push me to...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have gained a broader vision of what serving my community truly is. By being involved in this program, I have been able to provide assistance to many different people, and truly help my community to...
What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? The Congressional Award has been a truly transformative experience that has changed my perspective on what it means to give of your time to others. I have learned how to serve my community and put...