The ConocoPhillips Youth of Distinction Awards (YODA) committee received over 270 nominations this year! Schools across the city participated in an annual competition called Race to Nominate where the top three schools that nominated the most students will win cash prizes. Here are the winners for 2014: Discovering Choices, $1,000: 110 nominations Crescent Heights, $750:…
We (at Youth Central) received an astounding 267 nominations for the ConocoPhillips Youth of Distinction Awards this year, more than doubling last year’s number!
Junior high students usually assume all the “high schoolers” get the big awards. And sadly, sometimes that’s true.
But what students may not realize is that being older isn’t a large factor for most of these awards.
Do you know someone who is actively involved in the arts? They could be dancing for charity events, singing for a fundraiser or being an inspirational speaker. Or do you know someone involved in sports?
YODA recognizes deserving youth 13-18 years of age for their extraordinary achievements, passion and dedication to the community. This year, there are two new award categories: Sportmanship and Arts and Culture.
Want to help recognize some of the most amazing youth in Calgary? Do you like learning about event planning and marketing? Youth Central (formerly Child and Youth Friendly Calgary) is currently recruiting for the ConocoPhillips Youth of Distinction Awards Steering Committee 2010! The ConocoPhillips Youth of Distinction Awards (YODA) recognize youth, 13 – 18 years…