Sept. 28, 2017
LAWRENCE CO. STUDENTS GRADUATE FROM THE CENTER FOR RURAL DEVELOPMENT’S 2017 ROGERS EXPLORERS PROGRAM
Lawrence County students Autumn Fletcher, Brock Kessinger, William Lampert, and Madison Webb graduated from The Center for Rural Development’s 2017 Rogers Explorers youth leadership program.
The Rogers Explorers program is an educational leadership program that provides hands-on learning opportunities for middle school students in Southern and Eastern Kentucky to build their math, science, and technology skills. Graduates are encouraged to work toward pursuing careers in these in-demand career fields.
“This experience has taught me many things and how to make friends with people who are different than me,” Webb said. “Rogers Explorers is one program I know I will always rely on when I begin to choose my major.”
Two hundred and twelve students—the largest class ever—attended this year’s Rogers Explorers program. Participants apply when they are in the eighth grade and attend during the summer before the start of their freshman year.
“This year’s class of Rogers Explorers showed that there are many bright, young leaders in our region of Southern and Eastern Kentucky,” said Laura Glover, Managing Director of Operations at The Center. “By participating in this program, Explorers had the opportunity to experience first-hand how science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) can positively impact our region while also getting a feel for what college life was like.”
The Rogers Explorers program is presented by The Center in partnership with Lindsey Wilson College, University of the Cumberlands, Asbury University, Eastern Kentucky University, Morehead State University, University of Pikeville, and the newest host site, Union College.
Fletcher is the daughter of Lloyd and Tabitha Fletcher of Louisa. Kessinger is the son of Michael and Leah Kessinger of Louisa. Lampert is the son of William Lampert and Christina Lampert of Catlettsburg. Webb is the daughter of Todd and Katie Webb of Lowmansville.
For more information about Rogers Explorers, call 606-677-6000 or email youth@centertech.com. Visit www.centeryouthprograms.com to learn more about youth programs at The Center.
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MARTIN COUNTY STUDENTS GRADUATE FROM THE CENTER FOR RURAL DEVELOPMENT’S 2017 ROGERS EXPLORERS PROGRAM
Martin County students Alexis Hensley, Lauren Horn, Dalton McCoy, and Jamie Meade graduated from The Center for Rural Development’s 2017 Rogers Explorers youth leadership program.
The Rogers Explorers program is an educational leadership program that provides hands-on learning opportunities for middle school students in Southern and Eastern Kentucky to build their math, science, and technology skills. Graduates are encouraged to work toward pursuing careers in these in-demand career fields.
“The Rogers Explorers program was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that I will never forget,” McCoy said. “It has greatly enhanced my knowledge in math, science, and technology skills.”
Two hundred and twelve students—the largest class ever—attended this year’s Rogers Explorers program. Participants apply when they are in the eighth grade and attend during the summer before the start of their freshman year.
“This year’s class of Rogers Explorers showed that there are many bright, young leaders in our region of Southern and Eastern Kentucky,” said Laura Glover, Managing Director of Operations at The Center. “By participating in this program, Explorers had the opportunity to experience first-hand how science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) can positively impact our region while also getting a feel for what college life was like.”
The Rogers Explorers program is presented by The Center in partnership with Lindsey Wilson College, University of the Cumberlands, Asbury University, Eastern Kentucky University, Morehead State University, University of Pikeville, and the newest host site, Union College.
Hensley is the daughter of Jared Hensley and Jessica Dalton of Warfield. Horn is the daughter of John Horn of Inez and the late Tracy Horn. McCoy is the son of Darin and Cara McCoy of Inez. Meade is the daughter of James Meade and Teresa Grisco of Debord.
For more information about Rogers Explorers, call 606-677-6000 or email youth@centertech.com. Visit www.centeryouthprograms.com to learn more about youth programs at The Center.
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Established in 1996 through the vision of U.S. Congressman Harold “Hal” Rogers, (KY-05), and other leaders, The Center for Rural Development is a nonprofit organization fueled by a mission to provide leadership that stimulates innovative and sustainable economic development solutions and a better way of life in Southern and Eastern Kentucky. In its 45-county primary service region, The Center provides innovative programs in leadership, public safety, technology, and arts and culture. The Center is committed to constantly expanding its capabilities in order to deliver a range of key services throughout Kentucky and the nation.
