FAIRFAX, Va. -(Ammoland.com)- The Texas State Youth Education Summit invites high school sophomores and juniors across the State of Texas to apply for the 2018 Texas Youth Education Summit (Y.E.S.), an expenses-paid, four-day educational experience in Austin, Texas.
The 2018 Texas Y.E.S. is scheduled for March 1-4, 2018. Applications must be received by Jan. 8, 2018.
At the state level, the Y.E.S. program focuses on state government and the roles that the next generation of voters will play; with a special emphasis being placed on firearms ownership.
Students will have the chance to visit the Texas State Capitol, the Game Warden Training Academy, and the Bullock Texas State History Museum, among other educational sites.
At the range, students will learn about gun safety and proper firearm use by attending a shooting lesson. Participants will also work on developing public speaking skills by taking part in group debates and individual speeches.
Four students who showcase leadership skills during the program will be selected to represent Texas at the National NRA Youth Education Summit in July 2018.
Entry into the summit requires submission of a completed application form, a high school transcript, a three-page essay on the Second Amendment, a resume of activities, and three letters of recommendation. Those interested must have their application postmarked no later than Jan. 8, 2018.
For additional information on the 2018 Texas Youth Education Summit and how to apply, visit their website, or call (325) 215-9425.
About the National Rifle Association:
Established in 1871, the National Rifle Association is America’s oldest civil rights and sportsmen’s group. Five million members strong, NRA continues its mission to uphold Second Amendment rights and is the leader in firearm education and training for law-abiding gun owners, law enforcement and the military.
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About The NRA Foundation:
Established in 1990, The NRA Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization that raises tax-deductible contributions in support of a wide range of firearm-related public interest activities of the National Rifle Association of America and other organizations that defend and foster the Second Amendment rights of all law-abiding Americans. These activities are designed to promote firearm and hunting safety, to enhance marksmanship skills of those participating in the shootings sports, and to educate the general public about firearms in their historic, technological, and artistic context.
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