About this Segment
KVREMC Junior Board of DirectorsKankakee Valley REMC works hard to give back to their community in Starke County. Their new program, Junior Board of Directors, allows high school juniors to explore careers in their local community and understand how the economy of their home functions while volunteering and giving back. After the school year, they will receive a scholarship from KVREMC.
Segment Producer - Shanthini Ode
For additional information:
Guests:
- Dave HowellFacilities ManagerKankakee Valley REMC
- Emma GillardStudent, Knox Community High SchoolPresident, Junior Board of Directors
- Carter WelkieStudent, Tri-Township High ShoolJunior Board of Directors
Additional Resources:
- Importance of Student Leadership in Education
- Volunteer Opportunities for High Schoolers
- "Brain Gain": Rural College Graduates
- Why Some Return Home to Rural America and Why It Matters
Date uploaded: March 16, 2023
City: Wanatah, IN
