Interested in helping to plan the 2027 Summit?! Applications for the next Student Leadership team for rising Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors for the 2026-2027 school year will open in February 2026. The team meets August-February to plan the summit. Preference is given to students who have previously attended the YES! summit.
YES! 2025-2026 Co-Chair
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.
YES! 2025-2026
Co-Chair
I say YES! to YES! because...
Co-Chair,
Workshops Committee
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.
Co-Chair,
Communications Committee
I say YES! to YES! because... I want to make connections with those who also care about the environment and meet people with different backgrounds and perspectives on the environment.
Co-Chair,
Plenary Committee
I say YES! for YES! because... of my passion for the environment and awareness and the opportunity to meet a lot of new people!
Co-Chair,
Plenary Committee
I say YES! for YES! because... I want to be an advocate for our environment and protect it. I also want to empower teenagers to use their voices to create change in our communities.
Co-Chair,
Logistics Committee
I say YES! for YES! because... I love learning about and being able to share all the ways that we can make our world a greener, better place!
I say yes for YES! because…. I am excited to work with and empower other students to make a positive impact on the environment, both in their communities and in the world. By joining our efforts, we can pave the way for a brighter and greener future!
I say YES! for YES! because... I believe that youth have the power to fight against environmental concerns and truly shape this issue in the coming generations. Together, we can create sustainable solutions and educate others to the importance of awareness.
I say YES! for YES! because... I am interested in collaborating with others in order to spread awareness about our environmental footprint and ways we could possibly make small changes in our own lifestyles in order to have a lasting impact on our ecosystem!
I say YES! for YES! because... I am excited to learn more about how to tackle environmental issues with my community and spread awareness to protect the planet! YES! provides a great opportunity to collaborate with other high school students who are also passionate about dedicating time and effort to create a more sustainable future!
I say YES! for YES! because... I’m passionate about environmental issues and cannot wait to collaborate with like-minded peers to increase awareness about them and inspire action in our community!
I say YES to YES because... I want to be part of a community of students who care about protecting our planet. This summit gives us the chance to learn, share ideas, and take real action to make a difference in Delaware and beyond.
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.
I say YES! for YES! because... I love spreading the ways people can get involved and showing others how easy it is to get involved.
I say YES! for YES! because... The earth is my home and I want to preserve it with the clean coastline and vibrant forests that I grew up loving. I feel the urgency in this matter every day and I accept the challenge of restoring what Mother Nature has gifted us with! I say YES to saving our home!.
I say YES! for YES! because... the environment is so important, and there are so many ways that we can improve it's conditions if given the opportunity. YES! gives me and others the chance to talk and learn about the ways we can help.
I say YES! for YES! because... I am passionate about the environment and look forward to collaborating with other like-minded students for a good cause!
I say YES! for YES! because...
I say yes for YES! because…. I want to help in creating a safer and healthier environment for our community. In addition, I enjoy having the ability to work with other student leaders that have similar goals in mind and who carry the same passion towards the environment as I do.
I say YES! for YES! because... with no working environment, there is no us--there is no future.
I say YES! for YES! because... many of my favorite activities like hiking and camping take place outdoors. It’s important to maintain the environment for future generations to exist in and provide the best living situation for everyone.
I say YES! for YES! because... I am able to collaborate with other student leaders who are also passionate about increasing environmental awareness as much as me!
I say YES! for YES! because... it presents me with an opportunity to meet new people and bring awareness to the current environmental issues.
I say YES to YES because... YES! teaches people about the many wonderful things in our environment to help others make the world a better place.
I say YES to YES because... YES! I care deeply about the environment around us, and am passionate about making change in order to create a healthier world! I love the opportunities that YES! gives each student, and always look forward to the annual summit! It is a great way to meet new people who also want to make a change.
I say YES! for YES! I see a need in the change of action in environmental health and I want to take action to be part of the change.
I say YES! for YES! I look forward to leading/contributing to conversations that directly impact environmental awareness and sustainability in our community. I also love meeting other like-minded individuals who are passionate about immediate environmental action.
I say YES! for YES! I aspire to be around other students who seek real-time change towards the preservation of our communities. Admiring its deeply rooted advocacy for solving environmental issues within Delaware, I am proud to be apart of the effort YES! makes towards a brighter, more sustainable future.
I say YES! for YES! Our Earth is our most valuable resource, and it is our responsibility to take care of it! YES! allows us, students and leaders across Delaware, to work together to make real change, so we can enjoy fresh air, clean environments, and enjoyable climate!
I say yes for YES! 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 part of the fight for a more sustainable future!
I say yes for YES!...
I say yes for YES!...
Interested in helping to plan the next Summit?! Applications for the next Student Leadership team for rising Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors for the 2025-2026 school year are now open until May 23rd. The team meets August-February to plan the summit. Preference is given to students who have previously attended the YES! summit.
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