FRS Youth Tour
This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance for students to explore D.C., gain leadership skills, and make meaningful connections. Don’t miss out!
Taylor Telecom will select two students from the surrounding or participating school districts to attend this all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., scheduled for June 1–5, 2026.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must be high school students aged 15, 16, or 17 at the time of the Youth Tour. They must reside within the Taylor Telecom service area, where their parent(s) or legal guardian(s) subscribe to at least one Taylor Telecom residential or business service (phone or internet).
IMPORTANT DATES
- DATE OF TRIP: June 1-5, 2026
- REGISTRATION CLOSES: April 1, 2026
PARENT / STUDENT FAQs
Who will be supervising the students on this trip?
How are rooms assigned?
Parent/Guardian: How will my child get around Washington, D.C.?
Student: I'm nervous about the trip because I've never traveled by myself. Is this the right trip for me?
Parent/Guardian: My child has a medical condition. Should they attend the tour?
Student: What activities will we do?
There is a full itinerary of activities for students to learn about legislative and federal agency processes, the critical role of broadband in their rural community, and connect with peers from different states. While on the Youth Tour, students and chaperones will:
- Meet with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Congressional staff.
- Tour famous historical sites and monuments like Mount Vernon, Arlington Cemetery, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the World War II Memorial.
- Visit Smithsonian Museums.
- Experience a cultural activity relevant to Washington, D.C. For example, attend a show or cultural performance at the Kennedy Center.
- Build relationships with peers through a variety of activities.
Parent/Guardian: Will my child need additional spending money?
Student: What should I pack?
You will need clothing for four to five days. The weather in Washington, D.C. is typically hot and humid during the day, and there may be a possibility of rain.
Clothing: When packing, please keep in mind that suggestive and/or inappropriate clothing (including political, alcohol, cigarette, or illegal substance branding) is not allowed to be worn while on the FRS Youth Tour.
View our suggested packing list here for more information.
CHAPERONE FAQS
Do I qualify as a chaperone?
What are my responsibilities?
Chaperones are responsible for, but not limited to:
- keeping track of students at every attraction, restaurant, or monument we visit.
- monitoring the hallways, lobby, and hospitality suites during free time.
- providing a head count of your group before the buses leave each location.
- using the GroupMe (or designated group messaging) app to communicate with FRS staff and chaperones before and during the trip.
- checking rooms at curfew and accounting for the students in your group.
- notifying FRS staff in cases of emergency or if issues arise.
