Today’s young people are the future of our community and our
country. Below are several resources and opportunities for students in the 7th
Congressional District:
- Congressional
Art Competition: Each spring, the Congressional
Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual art competition to
recognize and encourage artistic talent in the nation and in each
congressional district. The winning works are displayed for one year at
the U.S. Capitol. Click
here to learn more.
- Congressional
Award: An award given to individuals between the ages of 14-23 who
have made outstanding achievements in four areas: Volunteer Public
Service, Personal Development, Physical Fitness, and
Expedition/Exploration. Participants work with an advisor, such as a
teacher or a coach, to set goals in each of the four program areas. To
learn more, visit http://congressionalaward.org/.
- Financing
College: A quality education is one of the best investments you can
make for your future. Whether you are looking at 4 year institutions,
community colleges or trade schools, we want to help you on your way. Click
here for more information about financial aid, student loans, and
scholarships.
- Internship
Opportunities: Congressman Perlmutter offers internships throughout
the fall, spring and summer semesters for high school or college students
in the Washington D.C. and the district office located in Lakewood, CO. Click
here to learn more and to apply.
- Service
Academy Nominations: Our country needs the service of the best and the
brightest our Congressional District has to offer. As a Member of
Congress, I have the honor and privilege of nominating candidates to the
United States military service academies. Click
here to see the eligibility requirements and learn more.
- STEM
Competition: The Congressional Science, Technology, Engineering and
Math (STEM) Academic Competition is a nationwide competition designed to
engage students’ creativity and encourage STEM education. It was
established by Members of the U.S. House of Representatives in 2013 to
allow students from across the country to compete by creating and
exhibiting their software application, or “app,” for mobile, tablet, or
computer devices on a platform of their choice. Click
here for more information.
- Youth
Advisory Council: As a Youth Advisory Council member, participants
will be asked to attend meetings and share with the Congressman and other
Youth Advisory Council members their perspective, experience, comments and
ideas on a variety of topics chosen by the students as well as current
events and upcoming legislation. The Council is comprised of up to 20 high
school students from throughout the 7th Congressional District, selected
by the staff of Congressman Ed Perlmutter. Each Council term follows the
school year and runs from September to June. Click
here to fill out an application to Rep. Perlmutter’s Youth Advisory
Council.
- Kids'
Page: Click
here to check out fun facts about Congress and find great educational
resources for kids.
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