Two Fayette Middle School students have been selected to participate in the Junior National Young Leaders Conference (JrNYLC) this fall in Washington, D.C.

Sixth graders Karmin Shute and Tomi Jefferson will take part in the six-day program, “Voices of Leadership: Reflecting on the Past to Create the Future,” aimed at introducing young people to the rich tradition of leadership throughout American history while helping them develop their own leadership skills.

During the program, students take part in educational activities and presentations. They also may meet with elected officials and key congressional staff members on Capitol Hill. Students visit relevant sites such as the historic district of Philadelphia, PA; Harpers Ferry, WV and Washington D.C.’s monuments and memorials.

In addition to examining notable U.S. leaders and historic figures, students study the impact of leadership throughout critical periods of American history including the Civil War and Reconstruction, World War II, the Great Depression and the Civil Rights Movement.

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