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Today, the Office of Congresswoman Veronica Escobar announced leadership opportunities and ways for teens and young adults to get involved in public service and in the community.

The Congressional App Challenge

The Congressional App Challenge is hosted by Members of Congress for middle school and high school students to encourage participation in STEM education, develop coding skills, and create original applications that better their communities.  The Congressional App Challenge is one of the most prestigious national prizes for students in computer science.

The CAC is open to middle and high school students who reside in or attend school in the 16^th Congressional District of Texas. The deadline to apply is October 30th at 5pm. To learn more, click here.

The Congressional Youth Advisory Council (CYAC)

CYAC offers a unique opportunity for student to learn about the federal government, debate policy, and participate in an interactive experience. The CYAC works with Congresswoman Veronica Escobar’s office to research topics and bills while collaborating alongside their peers.

All students living in the district and in grades 10-12 are eligible to apply. The deadline to submit an application is September 15^th at 5pm. To learn more, click here.

Hispanic Heritage Month Essay Contest

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Congresswoman Escobar has launched her first annual Hispanic Heritage Month Essay Contest.

The contest is open to current middle school students (Grades 6-8) residing in the TX-16 Congressional District. The deadline to submit an essay is September 21st at 5pm. For more information, click here.

Service Academy Nomination

Each year, Congresswoman Escobar has the privilege of nominating a limited number of extraordinary high schoolers to four of the five service academies.

The honor of attending a service academy comes with an obligation and commitment to serve in the military for a minimum of five years upon graduation. The deadline to apply is December 8^th at 5pm. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible. For more information, click here.

Congresswoman Escobar offers leadership opportunities and competitions year-round for teens and young adults in El Paso. El Pasoans are encouraged to subscribe to her newsletter, check her website, and follow her social media pages @repescobar to stay informed.