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Ashton Flatt selected for Rogers Scholars

By Sharon Dodson

Ashton Flatt, a current sophomore at Adair County High School, will join high school students from across Southern and Eastern Kentucky this summer for the 24nd annual Rogers Scholars youth leadership program. Ashton is the daughter of Candice and Daryl Flatt of Columbia.

The 2021 Rogers Scholars program will take place on June 6-11 on the campus of Lindsey Wilson College in Columbia, KY and July 18-23 on the campus of Morehead State University in Morehead, KY. There is no tuition charge to attend the program and lodging and food is provided at no cost to participants.

The intensive one-week summer program provides valuable leadership skills and exclusive college scholarship opportunities for high school students in 45 Kentucky counties to build their skills as the region's next generation of business and entrepreneurial leaders. Rogers Scholars, The Center's flagship youth program, was established through the vision of U.S. Congressman Harold "Hal" Rogers (KY-05) that "no young person should have to leave home to find his or her future."


"Rogers Scholars is an amazing program designed to give our youth a leg up in expanding their leadership skills while exposing them to new and creative ideas for our region of Southern and Eastern Kentucky," said Lonnie Lawson, President and CEO of The Center for Rural Development.

Due to COVID, The Center held its programming virtually last year instead of in-person. The Center is prepared to host in-person programs this summer while taking every precaution possible.

"Above all else, the health and safety of our students is our number one priority," Lawson continued. "Our programs typically have small groups of around 30 students at each camp. This makes it easier for us to implement our programs in a safe and healthy manner."

Each graduate of the Rogers Scholars program earns potential access to exclusive scholarship opportunities from some of the state's top-ranked colleges and universities. To be eligible, students have to complete a community service project in their hometown.


Established in 1996 through the vision of U.S. Congressman Harold "Hal" Rogers, (KY-05), and other leaders, The Center for Rural Development is a nonprofit organization fueled by a mission to provide leadership that stimulates innovative and sustainable economic development solutions and a better way of life in Southern and Eastern Kentucky. In its 45-county primary service region, The Center provides innovative programs in leadership, public safety, technology, and arts and culture. The Center is committed to constantly expanding its capabilities in order to deliver a range of key services throughout Kentucky and the nation.


This story was posted on 2021-05-19 06:31:35
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