YOUTH PROGRAMS
Application Deadline
January 9, 2026
Program Dates
January 27, 2026
Page Day
Page Day with the Indiana Senate gives students an opportunity to learn about their state government and how bills become law. Highlights include a Statehouse tour, mock bill activity, speakers and other educational activities. Students may have the opportunity to see the Indiana Legislature in action and meet their legislator. The program is open to high school students. ​
Application Deadline
February 13, 2026
2026 Scholarships
Each year Orange County REMC awards up to 6 scholarships, which are funded by the Operation Round Up program. To apply for one of the $750 scholarships, students must graduate from Paoli, Springs Valley, Orleans, Mitchell, Crawford or West Washington.
Application Deadline
May 1, 2026
Program Dates
July 26-29, 2026
Camp Kilowatt
A fun and unique camp experience for students entering seventh grade. The camp gives kids a chance to learn about energy while making new friends and enjoying activities and games. This three-day camp includes horseback riding, electric cooperative education, rocking climbing, swimming, and much more. ​
Application Deadline
February 13, 2026
Program Dates
June 14-21, 2026
Indiana Youth Tour
During the month of June, Indiana’s electric cooperatives sponsor an unforgettable educational adventure to Washington D.C., for high school seniors-to-be. This seven day trip includes visits with Indiana’s congressional leaders on Capital Hill and a youth event with student delegates across the country.
Application Deadline
February 13, 2026
Calendar Art Contest
Indiana K-12 students are invited to enter Cooperative Calendar of Student Art Contest for a chance to illustrate an award-winning wall calendar. Each year, 13 first-place winners and honorable mentions winners will have their artwork featured in the calendar - and will receive cash prizes. Winners will have their artwork displayed at the annual Hoosier Salon exhibition.
Application Deadline
May 15, 2026
Student Board of Directors
Orange County REMC’s Student Board of Directors program gives high school students a unique opportunity to gain experience of how a cooperative works, develop leadership skills, and represent their schools in community initiatives.
Students participate in monthly meetings, community service projects, and leadership workshops throughout the year. At the completion of their two year term, students will earn a scholarship.