Congratulations to the 2022-2023 Rural Voices Youth Contest winners!
- Jane Letourneau, St. John’s Catholic High School – View the Entry
- Kady Toole, Washington County High School – View the Entry
About the Contest
The NCRPC sponsors the Rural Voices Youth Contest each year to engage high school seniors in North Central Kansas in thoughtful reflection on rural Kansas and to promote a discussion among citizens based on their insights.
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Employers may be eligible for reimbursement to help cover job training costs of candidates meeting certain criteria.
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High school seniors in North Central Kansas are invited to compete for a chance to win $1,000 by submitting an essay or short video in the 2022-2023 Rural Voices Youth Contest. Entries should be reflective of this year’s contest theme,