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04 The Congressional Award for Youth, Part 2, with Dr. Linda Mitchell
Dr. Linda Mitchell, Chair of the Congressional Award Programming Committee, describes this national but non-competitive award that motivates young people to challenge themselves in each of four areas: volunteer service, personal development, physical fitness, and exploration. Students aged 14 through 24—including those with less than stellar grades or those with disabilities—can set their own challenges and earn recognition at the bronze, silver, and gold certificate level before achieving the bronze, silver and gold medal awards.