Youth Program coordinator
3/4/2014 - F.E. WARREN AIR FORCE BASE, Wyo. -- Austin Babcock, son of Master Sgt. Karl Babcock, 90th Maintenance Operations Squadron, was named Wyoming's Military Youth of the Year at a state event Feb. 21. He received a $1,000 college scholarship and will receive additional scholarships from the University of Wyoming.
Being named Youth of the Year is the highest honor a Boys & Girls Club member can receive. Participants are chosen from their local clubs and compete at state and regional levels. The regional winners will meet in Washington D.C. during September to compete for the National Youth of the Year title.
Austin attends the Youth Programs Teen Center where he is the president of the Keystone Club, a Boys & Girls Club of America character and leadership program. He was nominated by Youth Programs staff for his service to the Teen Center and the community, as well as academic performance and contributions to his family.
As BGCA's premier youth recognition program, Youth of the Year recognizes outstanding contributions to a member's family, school, community and Boys & Girls Club, as well as overcoming personal challenges and obstacles. The recognition program encourages Club members to reach their full potential by achieving academic success, leading healthy lifestyles and contributing to their communities. These extraordinary young leaders are shining examples and living proof that great futures start at Youth Programs and Boys & Girls Clubs.
This summer, Austin will compete against other military Boys & Girls Club members within the Southwest Region. If named regional winner, he will be awarded an additional $10,000 college scholarship from the recognition program's national sponsor.
For more information on the program, contact Trisha Dean, Youth Program Coordinator by email at trisha.dean.1@us.af.mil.
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