Alyssa Prater
MAY 28, 2019- On Thursday and Friday, May 9 and 10, four learners from Empower Learning Center attended the MAAP STARS 25th annual State Spring Events Conference. Held at the Doubletree Hotel in Bloomington, MN., 217 students from across the state participated in 16 different competitive and non-competitive events showcasing their vocational and leadership skills. Empower learners performed very well this year. In Public Speaking, Tyler Flansburg earned a bronze ribbon and Dylan Campbell earned a silver ribbon. Jeffery Rush and Janeecka Fisher participated in the Artwork Display. All four ELC learners teamed up to compete in the Life Smarts competition and participated in making cards for hospitalized veterans. MAAP STARS is the youth organization of the Minnesota Association of Alternative Programs. STARS stands for Success, Teamwork, Achievement, Recognition, and Self-esteem. MAAP STARS hosts three state-wide events each year. Fall Leadership Conference which focuses on developing a leadership team for each chapter and planning the year’s activities. Legislative Day, in February, which allows students a glimpse into the workings of state government and to share their experiences with state lawmakers. Spring Events Conference which allows students to share their skills in a competition-style two-day event.
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