Kyla from Upperman High School and Trevor from Jackson County High School are in Nashville attending the Youth Leadership Summit organized through TECA.

We look forward to every opportunity to educate and encourage students across our service area. Each year, we participate in this leadership summit and bring 2 students from 2 local high schools to attend. These students are chosen by their guidance counselors to represent their schools and communities.

Over the past couple of days, Kyla and Trevor have been participating in leadership activities, building friendships with students from across Tennessee, and learning about the importance of public power, state government, leadership, and service.

One of their favorite parts of the trip was the YMCA scavenger hunt at Camp Widjiwagan in Antioch, where they spent a full day learning, growing, and having fun together. Experiences like these help students build confidence, step outside their comfort zones, and create lasting memories.

They have also had the opportunity to enjoy some of what Nashville has to offer, including a visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Goo Goo Cluster Store, and the Grand Ole Opry.

Our Youth Leadership Summit delegates held a mock legislative session inside the legislative chamber, met with state representatives, and even had the opportunity to meet Governor Bill Lee.

Learning about public power, leadership, and state government firsthand gives students a deeper understanding of how decisions are made and how communities are served.

We are proud to support and educate the next generation of leaders. Their future is bright, and we are honored to play a small part in their journey.

A special thank you to Larry and Jasmine from our Member Services team for chaperoning and mentoring these students throughout the trip.