2024-2025 YES! Summit Coordinator
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... it’s more than just a summit—it's a movement driven by passionate young leaders who believe in the power of collective action. At YES!, we don’t just talk about environmental change. We make it happen.
2024-2025 YES! Summit Vice Coordinator
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... as this year's vice chair, I'm excited to help make planning the summit be a great experience for our outstanding student leadership team, and I'm looking forward to making this summit the best one yet!
Co-Chair, Communications
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... I am able to join a community of students that are passionate about environmental advocacy and sustainability, just as I am.
Co-Chair, Communications
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I love how YES! allows me to collaborate with other passionate individuals and raise environmental awareness. The goals of the summit are truly inspiring, and I am grateful to be a part of the fight for a more sustainable future!
Co-Chair, Logistics
The Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... I love being able to educate other students on the environmental problems in our world and work with them to develop solutions!
Co-Chair, Workshops
Odyssey Charter High School
I say YES! to YES! because... I am able to contribute to a cause that I am passionate about while also meeting other amazing student leaders with similar goals!
Co-Chair, Workshops
The Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! to YES! because... I am passionate about the environment and yearn to share that passion with other like-minded students in the hope of saving our planet.
Co-Chair, Plenary
Tower Hill School
I say YES! to YES! because... we are making real change in the community. The work we do helps foster environmental stewardship in so many high schoolers around the state, and I am so proud and honored to be a part of that.
Co-Chair, Plenary
Archmere Academy
I say YES! to YES! because... I am excited to work with other students passionate about creating a more sustainable planet.
Communications
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I'm excited to be learning and spreading awareness about the environment.
Logistics
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I am excited to be able to collaborate with other hard-working student leaders who care about our environment, work to spread environmental awareness, and have dedication towards helping our community.
Workshops
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... I am able to work alongside other students who are passionate about the same goals while increasing environmental awareness.
Workshops
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... I love having the opportunity to work with fellow students who are just as passionate about environmental advocacy as I am!
Workshops
Wilmington Friends School
I say YES! for YES! because... I get to spend time with other students who are just as passionate about the environment as I am.
Communications
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... I’m excited to channel my passion for environmental sustainability into impactful projects and initiatives. I am eager work and connect with fellow student leaders to drive meaningful change and advocate for a greener future.
Logistics
Worcester Preparatory School
I say YES! for YES! because... I am passionate about environmental awareness and I am excited to meet likeminded peers!
Workshops
Odyssey Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I’m passionate about using technology to tackle environmental issues. YES! connects me with others who share that passion. I’m excited to be part of a team that’s turning ideas into real action for a better, greener future.environmental sustainability into impactful projects a
Workshops
Odyssey Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I’m passionate about using technology to tackle environmental issues. YES! connects me with others who share that passion. I’m excited to be part of a team that’s turning ideas into real action for a better, greener future.environmental sustainability into impactful projects and initiatives. I am eager work and connect with fellow student leaders to drive meaningful change and advocate for a greener future.
Workshops
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I get to work with fellow student leaders to create opportunities for our Delaware community members to become more involved in local and global environmental issues.
Workshops
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I’m excited to show the surrounding Delawareans all the ways they can positively impact the environment right now.
Workshops
Charter School of Wilmington
Charter School of Wilmingto.it is beneficial to collaborate with others to develop actionable solutions that enhance and improve the environment.
Logistics
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... yes! allows me the opportunity to collaborate with other like-minded peers across delaware to spread awareness surrounding environmental issues :)
Communications
Tower Hill School
I say YES! for YES! because... I’m passionate about empowering Delaware’s youth and driving meaningful change in our society. Being part of a community like this motivates me to contribute my energy and ideas for a brighter, more inclusive future!
Logistics
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I am excited to be able to help make a positive impact on the environment and spread awareness on the topic by working alongside people in the community who also share the same interests.
Workshops
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I am excited to be a part of YES! because this community is incredibly passionate about driving positive environmental change and raising awareness about the pressing issues our planet faces. Being part of an organization that prioritizes impactful action and education inspires me.
Workshops
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... the most exciting part about being a member of the YES! team is knowing that I'm making a difference in my community, while also being alongside my incredible peers as we work towards a common goal.
Workshops
Wilmington Friends School
I say YES! for YES! because... I can meet new people who care about the environment and help create another successful YES! summit! It is a great way to spread awareness about the environment!
Workshops
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... its a community of passionate students creating waves in the world of environmental activism and suitability to project our planet. Fighting for a suitable future, spreading the word about our environment, and making the planet a little bit greener are things that I can proudly
Workshops
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... its a community of passionate students creating waves in the world of environmental activism and suitability to project our planet. Fighting for a suitable future, spreading the word about our environment, and making the planet a little bit greener are things that I can proudly do with YES! Our student leadership, creativity, passion, and love for the planet comes to together to create an impactful summit every year and I'm grateful to be a piece in the puzzle that makes YES! the spectacular organization it is.
Workshops
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... joining this community will allow me to collaborate with other students who are just as passionate as I am about protecting our Earth!
Workshops
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... I am passionate about protecting our earth and working with our community to find solutions. I love to see the impact we can make and the connections we can grow through environmental advocacy!
Workshops
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I am excited to be able to make a positive impact and work with others who are dedicated to creating a meaningful change!
Workshops
Sussex Academy
I say YES! for YES! because... I am excited to be a part of YES! because I get to surround myself with peers who are passionate and curious about environmental issues occurring in Delaware and the world, and who are seeking opportunities to learn, share and connect with the community.
Plenary
Odyssey Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I'm most excited about the opportunity to learn and grow within the YES! team. The chance to work alongside talented individuals and contribute to innovative projects is incredibly motivating. I'm eager to make a positive impact and help the organization reach new heights.
Workshops
Wilmington Friends School
I say YES! for YES! because... I am excited to spread my love for the earth and help our community become more environmentally conscious!
Logistics
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... I get to engage with passionate peers and contribute to sustainability efforts that protect natural resources for future generations.
Logistics
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... I look forward to bringing awareness to problems in the environment, as well as meeting new people in my community who share the same interests as me!
Logistics
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... I would love to bring awareness to today’s teens about how much they can impact the environment and how to help make our environment better, safer, and healthier!
Workshops
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... the environment is critical to me, and being able to work within my community to advance a clean environment is something that I'm truly passionate about.
Logistics
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... of my passion for the environment and awareness and the opportunity to meet a lot of new people!
Communications
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... I am excited to be a part of and contribute to a cause which positively impacts the community and the environment, as well as inspires change for the future!
Workshops
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... I have the opportunity to make a positive impact in our community along with collaborating with others who share my passion of environmentalism and sustainability.
Communications
Wilmington Friends School
I say YES! for YES! because... I am excited to collaborate with others to advocate for a greener future and making a significant difference in our community. There is no planet B.
Workshops
Wilmington Friends School
I say YES! for YES! because... I am able to work alongside peers to have a positive and meaningful impact on the world by working to both inform and inspire hundreds of Delaware high school students who go on to spread their knowledge to thousands of family members and friends. That's a lot of people who can hear our voice.
Workshops
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... It's amazing to be a part of this community to advocate for the environment! I enjoy collaborating with the other people in this youth group to spread awareness and advocate for the environment.
Workshops
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I want to preserve the environment around us and have always loved nature since I was a kid!
Workshops
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I am excited to spread awareness of the environment and help mitigate the environmental issues in Delaware.
Logistics
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I'm excited to dive into the world of environmental leadership to also further my knowledge of science.
Workshops
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I am so excited to spread awareness about the environment in a fun and energetic way!
Logistics
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... I am excited to work together and connect with others who are passionate about our environment so we can make an impact.
Logistics
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... I'm excited to collaborate with peers who share the same level of enthusiasm I have for the environment! I hope to inspire other students to begin their in environmental activism through YES.
Workshops
Tower Hill School
I say YES! for YES! because... I'm honored to be a part of the YES! team and work with so many other passionate high schoolers from across the state. This experience has been eye-opening and has encouraged me to continue to advocate for change. I have worked to curate three workshops throughout my time with the s
Workshops
Tower Hill School
I say YES! for YES! because... I'm honored to be a part of the YES! team and work with so many other passionate high schoolers from across the state. This experience has been eye-opening and has encouraged me to continue to advocate for change. I have worked to curate three workshops throughout my time with the summit including one opportunity for high schoolers to connect with college students who are pursuing crucial environmental research and another to discuss the importance of reduced oceanic plastic pollution. I am excited for this year's summit, and this opportunity to take action on such an important cause.
Communications
Newark Charter School
I say yes to YES! because... I want to make connections with those who also care about the environment and meet people with different perspectives.
Workshops
Newark Charter School
I say YES for YES! because... I am excited to inform others about environmental issues and as as a group of passionate students I believe a change can be made!
Communications
Archmere Academy
I say YES! for YES! because... I'm excited to be meeting and working with friends for a shared cause of environmental advocacy.
Plenary
Charter School Of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... I love the fact that I am a part of a student run organization that aspires to be environmentally-friendly and educates others on this idea. I hope that in my time with YES! I can help them grow and make this world a little bit more greener!
Communications
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I’m excited to meet new peers and make change in the Delaware community!
Plenary
Sanford School
I say YES! for YES! because… I will join a team who takes action to raise awareness in our community, helping to shape a sustainable future and inspire other eco-conscious leaders.
Logistics
Charter School of Wilmington
I say yes for YES! because…..it empowers individuals like me to advocate for environmental preservation. YES! is a great platform for fostering awareness and actively engaging youth in initiatives that contribute to the well-being of our community and environmental sustainability.
Workshops
Charter School of Wilmington
I say YES! for YES! because... I am excited to collaborate with others to help raise awareness about the environment!
Workshops
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I am passionate about raising awareness for our environment and want to connect with others who share this vision. Working together, we can drive impactful change!
Plenary
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I can make an impact on those around me.
Plenary
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I am excited to encourage ways to help the people in our community learn more about the environment that we live in!
Workshops
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I can help raise awareness and help teach about the environment and how to improve it.
Workshops
Tower Hill School
I say YES! for YES! because... I'm excited to be able to work with other students in Delaware to raise awareness and help protect our one and only environment!
Workshops
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... there is no better way to solve current environmental problems than having the younger generation taking initiative.
Plenary
Newark Charter School
I say YES! for YES! because... I've always been passionate about environmental advocacy and environmental justice, and YES! allows me to make a direct impact!
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