how it works
Take these steps and you're on your way to earn the highest honor
REGISTER + SET GOALS
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Register online at the national Congressional Award website and choose your Advisor
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Work with your Advisor to set goals in each of the four program areas, starting at the Bronze Certificate level
MAKE AN IMPACT
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Log your activities and track your hours and months of involvement in pursuit of your goals
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Show your community and yourself what you can achieve Certificate level
SUBMIT + EARN
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Once you meet the requirements for an award level, submit your Record Book to the National Office
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After a review process, you will receive the Congressional Award, with certificates mailed directly and medals presented by your member of Congress
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Log your activities and track your hours and months of involvement in pursuit of your goals
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Show your community and yourself what you can achieve Certificate level
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Log your activities and track your hours and months of involvement in pursuit of your goals
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Show your community and yourself what you can achieve Certificate level
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
Alexandra Gritta, Gold Medalist (OR)
The many different certificate & medal options of The Congressional Award make it a manageable program for any youth in just about any circumstance.
Emily Mosley, Oregon Participant
Without the Congressional Award, I never would have realized that my passion for the STEM field and a love for helping others could be combined into one.
Glenda Arostequi, Bronze Medalist (CA)
For every single person, it's a totally different experience. For me, it was a challenge, a struggle within, and victory.
