During my first term in Congress, I established my Student Advisory Council (SAC) in order to encourage local high school students to get involved in their community and to allow them a voice in their government. Each fall, my office asks every high school in the 15^th Congressional District to nominate two students to represent them on the SAC for the duration of that academic year. In addition to discussing and providing their perspective on legislative issues, SAC members also participate in a variety of community service activities throughout the year, including the annual Sacred Heart toy giveaway.

During my first term in Congress, I established my Student Advisory Council (SAC) in order to encourage local high school students to get involved in their community and to allow them a voice in their government. Each fall, my office asks every high school in the 15^th Congressional District to nominate two students to represent them on the SAC for the duration of that academic year. In addition to discussing and providing their perspective on legislative issues, SAC members also participate in a variety of community service activities throughout the year, including the annual Sacred Heart toy giveaway.

I believe in the importance of giving back to our community, which is why I invite the members of my Student Advisory Council to join me at Sacred Heart Community Services in San Jose for their annual toy giveaway. On December 23, I will join these students from throughout my district at Sacred Heart to help low-income parents and families pick out donated toys and other holiday gifts for their children. I hope that by participating in this event, the students will be inspired to continue serving our community, and we will all get a chance to make the holidays brighter for many families throughout the South Bay.

There are other opportunities for young people through my office as well:

Internship Opportunities

I offer internships in my Washington and Campbell offices to students who are interested in learning more about the federal government.

An Artistic Discovery

An Artistic Discovery is the annual art contest conducted by Members of Congress for high school students across the country. Pictures from the 2009 contest are now available.

U.S. Service Academy Nominations

High school students in the 15th District may request a nomination to a service academy.

Page Service

The Constituent Page Program allows high school students to participate in the U.S. House of Representatives.  Members of Congress are able to nominate students on a rotating basis, so visit my website to learn more.