Franklin High School 2002 Yearbook (Franklin, TN) - Full Access

leading the Pack. Alex Sharp and Joel Corley how their leadership skills at the Model U conference. Working Together. Chris Delvizis, Matt Crocombe, and Rich Runyeon cheerfully di cuss their propo a] at the Model U conference. POLITICALLY INCORRECT LEAD][NG THE WAY Model United Nations and Youth Legislature introduced students to the fasci– nating world of politics. Model UN mem– bers attended a regional conference where they acted as leaders of foreign countries. These leaders presented proposals regard– ing human rights and global concerns to the General Assembly, which would then vote to adopt or refuse these suggestions. Youth Legislature gave students a first-hand look into the workings of the com– plex world of governing with a more local perspective. Youth in Government mem– bers spent four days at a conference at the state capitol where they participated in state government activities such as bill proposal and defense. These two organizations taught students not only the value of persuasive public speaking, but enlightened the young minds and future leaders of tomorrow with the global issues of today. 108 Organizations Model United Nations and Youth Legislature Girl Talk. Liz Schmidt and Rachel Pigg were able to spend more time together while participating in Youth in Government. Consider This. Alex Sharp enthusiastically expresses his opinion to the other del– egates at the annual Model UN meeting.