The Cooperative Youth Conference and Leadership Experience (CYCLE) is a four-day leadership opportunity open to high school sophomores. The 2027 event will take place July 20–23 in Jefferson City.
Students from across the state come together to make new friends, learn about government and cooperatives, and strengthen their leadership skills — all while having a great time!
Entering is easy: Just fill out the application and return it to the cooperative. Ten students will be selected as finalists — six will attend the conference, and the other six will each receive a cash prize.
Applications and contest rules can be found by clicking the link below. All applications must be submitted by February 26, 2027.
To learn more about CYCLE, visit CYCLE.
TREC's 2026 CYCLE delegates, from left: Derek Haley, Chamois High School; Hayden Backes and Zack Eisterhold, Fatima High School; Peyton Stockman, Linn High School; and Anastasia Jones, Eugene High School.