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“The importance of hard work, good quality work and how much
goes into preserving the environment.”
“Hands will be nothing more than hands unless you use them to
create.”
“Don’t underestimate what you are capable of and that being in
the middle of nowhere with strangers was better than I thought it
would be.”
“The most important thing that I learned was about diversity and
accepting people’s cultural backgrounds.”
“Everybody’s views are important, and no matter what you think
you know, there’s always more to learn.”
In the 15 years since its creation, the YCC has had more than
2,500 participants, including Cameron Lipscomb, Chief Ranger at
Powhatan State Park and a YCC graduate.
This year, 870 young people applied to the program, but only 22
percent were selected.
In addition to the hard work of crewmembers, supervisors also
have the responsibility of directly supervising crews while trying to
create a supportive atmosphere, as they motivate and discipline team
members, ensure their well-being and help plan events.
Applications for crew leaders are now being accepted.
Applications for crewmembers will be accepted after Jan. 1.
The 36 Virginia State Parks host more than eight million visitors
a year, and are an economic engine fueling the local and state
economies –generating more than $170 million in economic activity
annually. For more information about Virginia State Parks, visit
www.virginiastateparks.gov.
Lamont Bagby is a graduate of Henrico High School. He
earned his bachelor of science degree in business education from
Norfolk State University and master in education leadership from
Virginia Commonwealth University. He has been an educator in
Henrico County Public Schools since graduating from Norfolk State
University. Serving as a coach, business teacher and administrator,
Bagby takes pride in his commitment to school improvement. He
dedicates himself to giving back to the community that nurtured him
and positively impacted his life.
Recently, Governor Terry McAuliffe appointed Bagby to the
Norfolk State Board of Visitors. He was also named to the 2009
class of Style Weekly’s Top 40 Extraordinary Leaders Under
40. Bagby also currently serves as the Director of Operations at
Peter Paul Development Center. Peter Paul’s transformative Youth
Program provides year-round support for youth that reside in one of
the most economically disadvantaged areas of the City of Richmond.
Children raised in this environment are at great risk of poor academic
performance, behavioral issues, truancy, and school dropout.
Prior to joining Henrico School Board and Peter Paul
Development Center he also sponsored the Distinguished
Gentlemen, a youth mentorship and development program, at
Henrico High School prior to accepting an administrative position
at Fairfield Middle School. One of Bagby’s objectives was to fully
fund the Distinguished Gentlemen program at Henrico High School.
During his first year on the Henrico School Board he successfully
accomplished that objective and now every middle and high school
in Henrico County has a mentorship program with annual funding
thanks to Bagby’s efforts.
Newest Member of the
House of Delegates
Elected July 21, 2015
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