Congratulations to Ray-Pec High School Sophomore Riley Zimmerman on being nominated to participate in the annual Sophomore Pilgrimage!
Each year, 250 high school sophomores have the opportunity to observe the Missouri Legislature in session; tour the Capitol, the Governor's Mansion and the Supreme Court Building; and meet state legislators. A Certificate of Merit in Citizenship is presented to each sophomore making the Pilgrimage.
One sophomore from each high school in the state of Missouri is selected by the faculty to attend the event. Students are selected from the top fourth of the class who exemplify high standards of Honor, Courage, Citizenship, Scholarship, Leadership, and Service.
There is no cost to the student, it is sponsored through the GFWC (General Federation of Women's Clubs) of Missouri. Sponsoring clubs pay for the luncheon and provide transportation.
This project helps to promote good citizenship and enables the students to see our state government in action.
This year's trip is on April 12.