Juniors Bradley Abney from Stratford High School, Maggie Cooper from Byng High School, and Kambree Winters from Ada High School have been chosen as delegates to the annual Washington D.C. Youth Tour, an all-expense paid leadership experience coordinated by the Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives and sponsored by PEC.
Approximately 200 high school juniors were introduced to the Youth Tour opportunity through school visits in October. In November, 101 students participated in a written examination covering the history of rural electrification. The top 10 scoring students advanced to a final interview round, where three delegates were selected based on poise, originality, communication skills, and personality. 292200301
About the Delegates
Bradley Abney, Stratford High School, is actively involved in basketball, Student Council, and Business Professionals of America (BPA). He currently serves as BPA’s State Parliamentarian, collaborating with fellow officers to plan statewide conferences and organizational initiatives. Bradley is also involved in his church, Crosspointe in Ada, and enjoys reading and studying the Bible. He is known for his leadership, faith, and commitment to personal growth. He is the son of Linsey Abney.
Maggie Cooper, Byng High School, is a hardworking and motivated student who takes pride in her academics and involvement. Her favorite subject is math, and she strives to be responsible, respectful, and positive both in and out of the classroom. Maggie is involved in Student Council and FFA, where she enjoys giving speeches and challenging herself to grow as a leader and communicator. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with friends and family at the lake. Described by her peers as friendly, dependable, and kind, Maggie plans to pursue a career in health care and is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of others. She is the daughter of Jessica and Curtis Cooper.
Kambree Winters, Ada High School, is a straight-A student with a strong interest in History and Anatomy. She plans to attend Oklahoma State University and pursue a career as a speech-language therapist. Kambree is a member of the Ada High School pom team, the Couganns, where she has developed lasting friendships and a strong appreciation for teamwork. She enjoys quilting, reading, and spending time with family and friends. She is the daughter of Shari and Tommy Winters.
We are excited to have these delegates represent PEC in Washington, D.C., beginning June 13, and thank all students and host schools for making this year’s contest a success! 423400202
