Amy Wren Going to Washington, D.C.

October 24, 2003

Amy Wren, a junior at La Junta High School, will be leaving for Washington, D.C. at the end of October to attend the National young Leaders Conference. Amy is the daughter of Richard and Cheryl Wren and is active in volleyball, track, basketball, Future Business Leaders of America and student council.

Though it may be true that people 18 years of age and younger make up only 25% of our population, they are 100% of our future. This statement is certainly recognized by many of our leaders in the nation's capital as they play a variety of roles in the success of this program and also in the success of each individual who participates in the National Young Leaders Conference (NYLC).

NYLC offers students the opportunity to discuss current events and issues with top policy makers in Washington, D.C., analyze concepts, and then put them immediately to work! NYLC's dynamic program features creative decision-making simulations that challenge young minds to solve problems and lead their peers through role-playing exercises in an energy-charged atmosphere far from the traditional classroom experience. The theme of the conference this year is "The Leaders of Tomorrow Meeting the Leaders of Today."

Wren will be one of 350 attending the conference from October 29 through November 2. Participants will interact with members of Congress, Washington’s press corps and key political appointees as well as participate in a number of leadership skill-building activities and simulations.

Wren plans to attend the Air Force Academy following graduation.