Youth In Government: Model Assembly

Students in grades 8 - 12 are invited to join the Orono Delegation of Youth in Government! Minnesota YMCA Youth in Government is a youth-led, experiential learning opportunity that involves over 1,800 Minnesota students each year. Participants research topics and prepare to present at the Model Assembly Session in January. Participants spend their days in official meetings and sessions and spend their evenings in structured free-time activities. 

Meetings & Info 
Participants will be required to attend delegation meetings.

Fees
$95 Community Education at
oronocommunityed.com AND additional YMCA of $559. 
Scholarships available. Contact Genna for more info. 

Total registration fee includes local coordination and activities, regional training and the Model Assembly Program including hotel accommodations, activities and busing to the conference. 

Fee subject to change. Early registration at mnyig.org. Personal pricing plans available. 

INFORMATION SESSION 
Thursday, October 8 | 6 - 7 PM 
Orono High School Media Center 

LAUNCH TRAINING 
Saturday, October 31 | 10 AM - 3:30 PM 
Fridley High School 

MODEL ASSEMBLY
January 7 - 10, 2027 - Minneapolis & St. Paul

How to Register 
Students in grades 8 - 12 wishing to participate in YIG: Model Assembly are REQUIRED to fill out an interest form including two references. The form can be found using the QR code below. Approval is NOT guaranteed. Once approval has been given, you will receive directions to register with Community Education and the YMCA. Coordinator: Genna Torney 952-449-8360 or genna.torney@orono.k12.mn.us 

Interested in chaperoning Model Assembly? Email Genna Torney