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YOUTH ACTIVITY
The Exchange Club of West Chester is proud to adhere to the same Principles
as the National
Exchange Club, and our Programs of Service reflect one or more of
these ideals. We sponsor numerous activities that help to improve the
quality of life in our community, help others and encourage camaraderie
and fellowship:
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A.C.E.
Award -- This award, which stands for Accepting the Challenge
of Excellence, is given to high school students who have overcome great
physical, emotional or social obstacles so as to change their attitude
and performance positively in preparation for graduation. It is also
a national award, with individual Exchange Clubs submitting their top
A.C.E. winner to district competitions, the winners of which then compete
for the National A.C.E. Award.
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The Karen Best Citizenship Award -- This award honors
middle school students who work hard at demonstrating good citizenship
at home, in the classroom and in their community. Recipients of the
award, for which scholastic, athletic or artistic acumen are not a prerequisite,
are selected by their classroom teachers. Its objective is to show young
adults at an impressionable age that their good conduct and helpful
behavior is recognized, appreciated and rewarded, and encourages their
utilizing and building upon those qualities as they mature.
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Youth of the Year Award -- This is one of the most
popular Exchange youth programs. It recognizes hard-working high school
students who have distinguished themselves by attaining high levels
of scholastic achievement, community involvement and leadership. It
is also a national award, with individual Exchange Clubs submitting
their candidates to district competitions, the winners of which compete
for the title of National Youth of the Year. This program not only rewards
outstanding young people, but it encourages others to strive for equally
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William Palmer Lear Award -- In honor of a local artist
and former member of the Exchange Club of West Chester, this scholarship
is awarded for an exhibit of original artwork by participating
students which are judged by area experts. All participating artists
are from local West Chester high schools.
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If you think you might like to learn more about
Exchange, please contact us.
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Officers
Bill Copperthwaite
President
Thomas Wilson
President-elect
Earl Stoltzfus
Immediate Past President 
Board of Directors
Doug Brandon
Dave Hensel
Donald McGown
Scott Sanders
Dave Van Dyke
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