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Contact the Lead Child and Youth Program Coordinator,
Laura Groeneweg
651-242-6938
or email
Contact the Minnesota Operation: Military Kids Program Specialist,
Amber Runke Greeley
612-624-8198
or email
Or, find information about the Teen Panel here.
We're on Facebook!
Be sure to visit the Minnesota Military Teen Panel on Facebook!
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Mitchel Howe
Military Teen Panel
I am now graduating from high school this year and my future plans hold a career in Active Duty Military. I will either be a Cavalry Scout in the Army or possibly a P Tech in the Air force. Whatever the future holds for me I can always look back and enjoy the years I spent bringing MN military teens together. I have been on the Teen Panel 4 years. | |
Becca Sorlien-Riewer
Military Teen Panel
I am a senior at Frazee High School.
My step-dad, 3 grandpas, and 6 uncles have all been or are currently involved in various branches of the military; I also have/had many friends and family friends in the military.
I wanted to be on the Teen Panel so that I could meet and interact with others military kids and also so I can make a difference in the world.
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 | | Take advantage of these great offers from businesses that want to show their appreciation for your service! | |
Vera Bradley- 10% off in stores and outlets
Foot Locker - 20% off
Old Navy- 10% off every Monday
Hot Topic- 10% off
Aeropostale-10% off
Converse Shoes- 10% off
Bass Pro Shops - 10% off on
military discount days
Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of
America - $10 off an unlimited-ride wristband
Underwater Adventures Aquarium
at the Mall of America - $3 off admission
Chili's- 25% off
Cracker Barrel- 10% off
Chevys - 50% off
Applebees - 10% off
Arby's - discount varies
Verizon - 23% off monthly
bills.
Suzuki- $500 off
Toyota-$500 off plus an additional
$500 off for first time buyers.
Be sure to present military identification when using a military discount!
And don't forget to check Beyond the Yellow Ribbon's "Special Offers" page for more ongoing deals!
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| Month of the Military Child | |
April is Month of The Military Child and a time to honor our "Hidden Heroes", military-connected youth and teens. There are several ways you can celebrate Month of the Military Child.
- This year there will be two contests to showcase Minnesota's youth and teens.
- Art Contest open to all military youth of currently serving, retired military personnel and siblings of currently serving military personnel. The artwork has to highlight the life of a military child by answering the question "What does Military life look like to you?" It is not limited to an 8.5" by 11" piece of paper. Submissions are due to Laura Groeneweg by April 30th. There are 4 age categories, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th and 9th-12th grades and prizes will be awarded to the top winner in each category.
- Senator Franken's Annual Poetry Contest for children of military families. Poems have a maximum word count of 250 word
- April 15th is "Purple Up!" day. Everyone is encouraged to wear purple to show their support for ALL military connected youth. Encourage your co-workers, class, and other organizations to wear purple this day.
- Military Families can request a letter from Governor Dayton recognizing their sacrifices of being part of a military family. To request letters go to www.MinnesotaVeteran.org. The link will be live April 1-30.
- Several libraries throughout the state will be hosting a military reading hour. Check your local library for more information.
By: Claire Zenzen- Teen Panel Member | |
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The Teen Summit 2014
 The Teen Summit is when a group of military teens come together and make great friends, while learning about the different aspects of the military, leadership and teamwork. At The Summit we have workshops, a community service projects, a social outing and have lots of fun.
This year will be the fourth Teen Summit, and it has gotten better every year! We look forward to seeing old friends and meeting new ones. This year's theme is "Ohana", meaning family in Hawaiian. See you at the Summit, June 22-24 in Chaska.
You can sign up at www.beyondtheyellowribbon.org or www.operationmilitarykids.org. | |
By: Megan Schmidt and Gabbi Kringstad- Teen Panel Members | |
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What Makes a Good Leader? | |
As members of The MN Teen Panel, we discussed in a small group what makes a leader. As a leader you have to be willing to take chances. You also have to be confident, polite, outgoing and positive. Having good morals, good ethics, and good integrity is a must. Finally, a good leader doesn't demand respect they earn it. We had a guest speaker SFC Erik Holtan come and talk to us about leadership and how to be a leader. He taught us about TLP's (Troop Leading Procedure), which we turned in to Teen Leading Procedure. All in all, we learned it takes a lot to be a leader.
By: Bailey Meysembourg and Mitchell Fisher- Teen Panel Members | |
| Graduating Teen Panel Members | |
The Teen Panel is a tight knit group of friends that has become a family. Sadly, three of the members will be graduating from high school this Spring and will not be able to be on the panel anymore. If you would like to join this great "Ohana", please e-mail Laura Groeneweg at laura.l.groeneweg.ctr@mail.mil
By: Avery Mc Neil-Teen Panel  Member | |
| Teen Panel Playlist |
- Let It Go - India Menzel
- Sweater Weather - The Neighborhood
- America - Lana Del Ray
- Partition - Beyoncé
- Own It - Drake
- Collide - Jake Miller
- Headlights - Eminem, ft. Nate Ruess
- Team - Lorde
- Bravado - Lorde
- Dark Horse - Katy Perry
- Gale song - Lumineers
- Home - Gabrielle Aplin
- Give Me Love - Ed Sheeren
- End of the Road - MGK
- Pompeii - Bastille
- Neon Lights - Demi Lavato
- Skyscraper - Demi Lavato
- Timber - Pitbull, ft. Kesha
- Rusted From The Rain - Billy Talent
Collaborated by: The MN Teen Panel and Josie Meyers-Westling-Teen Panel Member
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Upcoming Events for 2014 |
- Teen Leadership Forum
- 6th-12th graders
- March 21-23,
- Country Inn and Suites Mankato, MN
- 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Program
- Teambuilding activities and social time
- To register: Click Here
- Teen Panel Meeting
 - Teen Panel Members
- May 2nd-4th
- Oak Ridge Conference Center Chaska, MN
- Teen Summit
- Military-Connected Youth 13-18 years old
- June 21st-24th
- Oak Ridge Conference Center Chaska, MN
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