Press Releases
Congressman Young Now Accepting Page Applications
Washington, D.C.,
November 5, 2007
– Congressman for All Alaska Don Young is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2008 spring session of the Republican Page Program. Applications must be received by November 12, 2007. Qualified applicants must be 16 years of age at the time their appointment begins and have a cumulative grade point average of a "B" or better ("B" is a 3.0) in the five major academic disciplines. An official transcript of all grades (from 9th grade through at least the first semester of their current year) is required to verify the cumulative grade point average. Only grades in English, math, science, social studies and foreign language will be included in the GPA tally. Electives are not included. Along with the application form and transcript, the following items are required: social security number, a signed parental consent form, a 250-300 word essay on why you want to become a Congressional Page, a resume of extra-curricular activities, three letters of recommendation, and a letter of support from my office. The committee will consider only complete applications submitted in writing by a Republican Member. Interested students must contact Pamela Day in my office at: (202) 225-5765 or at Pamela.day@mail.house.gov for further information regarding securing and submitting an application. # # # |