Citizenship Washington Focus 2013 Applications are being accepted now!

What: Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF) is a leadership and citizenship program for high school youth from across the United States. You will learn about the government process, meet with elected officials and their aides, as well as visit the many national monuments and historical sites of Washington D.C. You will stay at the National 4-H Conference Center during the week long trip.

When:  Saturday, July 14 - Sunday, July 20

Cost: Approximately $1,700 per participant, which includes travel via plane to D.C. and plane back to Dallas, lodging, most meals, bus transportation in the D.C. area, program fees and the extra day on the Washington Mall to the Museums. The cost is subject to change if there is a significant increase in fuel costs or if participant numbers are less than 10 youth and 3 adult advisers. Payments will be $150 per month starting in September, 2012 with the deposit check and registration. After February 2013 there will be no refunds. The CWF 2013 group will host at least 4 fundraising activities between September 2012 to May 2013.

Who: County-selects youth, Age 13 - 18.  Deposit must be included with the registration. Call the Extension office for more details or to get an application.

First Meeting: Monday, September 3td following the 4-H Council Meeting. Past CWF delegates and adult chaperons will be present to talk about the experience and to answer questions.