West High Congressional Award Club - whscongressional

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What is the Congressional Award?

The Congressional Award is the U.S. Congress' award for young Americans. It is non-partisan, voluntary, and non-competitive. The program is open to all 14- to 23-year-olds.

Participants earn Bronze, Silver and Gold Certificates or Medals. Each level involves setting goals in four program areas: Volunteer Public Service, Personal Development, Physical Fitness, and Expedition or Exploration.

Earning the Award is a fun and interesting way to get more involved in something you already enjoy or something you'd like to try for the first time. You move at your own pace - on your own or with your friends. This is not an award for past accomplishments. Instead, you are honored for achieving your own challenging goals.

Meetings & Activities at West High

The WHS Congressional Award Club is a fun way to encourage each other as we work towards our individual goals. This is a very self-directed club. You need to take the initiative join the national organization and start tracking your hours.

Meetings are held occasionally to coordinate group activities and spring camping. We welcome your energy and ideas - so email today!

links

Congressional Award national site
West High School

to contact us:

email: congressionalawardwhs@gmail.com

Bronze, Silver & Gold

It is recommended that all participants begin at the beginning - by meeting the requirements at the Bronze level. This will help you build your skills and learn about the program as you go along. Remember, the levels are cumulative.

What to do:
1. Register (the WHS club can help you with your paperwork for the national office)
2. Find a personal adviser and plan your first goals
3. KEEP RECORDS of your hours and achievements as you go along

Medal Level Requirements
Min. Hours per Program Area	Bronze	Silver	Gold
Voluntary Public Service	100	200	400
Personal Development	50	100	200
Physical Fitness	50	100	200
Expedition/Exploration	1 overnight	2 consecutive overnights	4 consecutive overnights
Min. Total Hours	200	400	800
Total Months of Activity Needed	7 months	12 months	24 months

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