TMS students to take part in national young leaders conference

This summer, Thermopolis Middle School students Oliver Bihr, Jaydyn Boren, Aiden Cleare, Lane Jennings-Collamer and Amelia Strickland will join outstanding middle school students from across the nation to take part in a unique academic and career oriented development experience, Junior National Young Leaders Conference in Washington DC.

Junior National Young Leaders Conference is one of the Envision by WorldStrides family of programs (www.envisionexperience.com) that enable students to explore their interests and experience learning beyond the classroom.

Oliver is a straight A student. He plays football, basketball and soccer and was awarded top science student last year, Having Most Fun When Learning in 3rd grade, Hardest Worker in 2nd Grade and Class Clown in Kindergarten. He has a goal to become an ecologist, a person who studies ecosystems. He is excited to go to Washington to learn about our great Nation and to spend a Night at the Smithsonian Museum. He is also a very kind hearted and loving person.

Jaydyn is a straight A student and a hard working young lady. She enjoys volleyball, basketball, playing her oboe and piano as well as acting in the drama productions. She loves her family and her friends and her faith is very important to her. She is looking forward to learning about our country as well as adding to her leadership skills through this conference. She is excited to spend the night in the Smithsonian as well.

Aiden is a good citizen and is caring towards others. He is a straight A student. He currently plays basketball and wants to try track next year. Aiden loves being an actor and participates in drama. He loves history and learning about planes and boats.

Lane is a hard working kid who strives to learn more and always do better. He has a competitive spirit which shows in school and sports. He currently plays basketball and baseball. He is wanting to go out for cross country next year. He enjoys drama and acting. He auditioned and earned a part in this year’s high school play, The Jungle Book. He is excited to go and experience Washington, DC, the history and the night at the museum.

Amelia is the most responsible, kind hearted and caring kid. She strives for excellence in everything that she does. She is a straight A student. She currently enjoys playing basketball and volleyball and has a competitive spirit. She is beyond honored to be nominated for this amazing experience and can’t wait to see and learn all the wonderful things D.C. has to offer this summer.

“As an alumna of Envision myself, I am excited for this group of Thermopolis Middle School students to meet, work, and collaborate with other high-aspiring students from across the country,” said Amanda Freitag Thomas, SVP for Envision. “Hands down, my favorite part of attending an Envision program was being with motivated students in an environment designed to help us challenge our assumptions, meet new people, and grow. Creating that same learning environment is a central focus for all of our programs.”

She added, “At the Junior National Young Leaders Conference students build confidence and skills to help them excel in high school, college, and the workplace. They learn how to adapt to and communicate in new situations, to new challenges, and with new people, which, given how rapidly the world is changing due to technology and innovation, are essential skills for success.”