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Washington Youth Tour

Explore Washington, D.C.

on the Trip of a Lifetime—All Expenses Paid!

Each year, Central Georgia EMC selects two high school students to represent our area on the Washington Youth Tour—a weeklong leadership trip to Washington, D.C. You’ll join over 1,500 students from across the country and more than 100 from Georgia to:

  • Visit famous memorials and museums
  • Meet members of Congress and state leaders
  • Discover powerful leadership lessons from American history
  • Make lifelong friends from all over the U.S.
  • Learn about the spirit of teamwork that built our nation

And yes—it’s completely free, thanks to Central Georgia EMC!

Are You Eligible?
You can apply if you:

  • Are 16 years old or older by June 1, 2026
  • Attend a high school in one of the following counties:
    Bibb, Butts, Clayton, Fayette, Henry, Jasper, Jones, Lamar, Morgan, Monroe, Newton, Pike, Putnam, or Spalding
  • You do not have to live in a CGEMC home to apply!

How to Apply
Submit one of the following:

  • A 500-word essay (typed, 12-point font, double-spaced)
  • OR a 2–4 minute video

Theme:
What moment in American history do you wish you had been a part of, and what would you have contributed?

Important Dates

  • Application opens: October 2025
  • Trip dates: June 12–19, 2026

Questions?
Contact: Christy Chewning
📧 cchewning@cgemc.com
📞 770-504-7917

 

2024 Delegates
Iwo Jima
Touring Arlington National Cemetary
Delegates at Mount Vernon
2024 WYT Students in front of White House
delegates doing team building activites
2025 Delegates at Mount Vernon
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June 12-19, 2026

 

2026 Contest Schedule

Application Deadline is January 23, 2026

Interviews by invitation for Highest-scoring applicants:  February 12, 2026.

 

Applications Open October 1, 2025

 

Past WYT delegates are eligible for a number of scholarships from NRECA. Don't miss your opportunity.

 

Alumni Scholarships
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  • Customer Service
    • Establish Service
    • Ways to Pay
    • Billing Options
    • Outage Center
    • Safety Center
    • EMC Security
    • Connect Fiber Broadband
    • Fuel Georgia
    • Amazon Shop
  • Energy Solutions
    • PowerUp Loan Program
    • Outdoor Lighting
    • Surge Protection
    • Load Management
    • Together We Save
    • Green Power
    • Cooperative Solar
    • Rooftop Solar
    • Generators
    • Home Repair Plans from HomeServe
    • Residential Rebates
  • Community Care
    • Economic Development
    • Operation Round Up
    • Washington Youth Tour
    • Scholarships
    • Community Programs
    • Project SHARE
    • Co-op Kids
    • Spark Energy Education Program
    • Georgia Magazine
  • About Us
    • What is a Cooperative?
    • Board of Directors
    • Cooperative Staff
    • History
    • Capital Credits
    • Unclaimed Property
    • Newsletter
    • Rates
    • Careers
    • Bylaws
    • Service Area
  • Co-op Connections
    • Co-op Connections
    • Business Sign Up
  • Contact Us
  • Careers