Carson Mehlbauer and Kraig Grauer, seventh-graders at Our Lady of Lourdes School, attended the Junior National Young Leaders Conference (JrNYLC) in Washington, D.C., July 31 to Aug. 5.
Students are selected for their “academic promise,” “aspirations” and “leadership potential,” according to the program’s website. The conference focuses on leaders in American history, social advocacy and includes hands-on activities.