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THE FAIR
The Youth Fair
The Office of Community Engagement serves as the liaison department between the Miami-Dade County Fair and Exposition and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, coordinating and promoting student participation in Fair endeavors. These endeavors include programs such as the Walter B. Arnold, Jr. Youth Hall of Fame, Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition Scholarship Program and Competitive Exhibits Program.
The Youth Fair offers a wonderful opportunity for students to have fun, showcase their talents, win awards, and have a meaningful hands-on learning experience. It houses over 65 competitive divisions from aviation to agriculture, and acres of rides, shows and games.

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YOUTH HALL OF FAME
The Walter B. Arnold, Jr. Youth Hall of Fame recognizes noteworthy youth achievement in service to their school and/or community. The Youth Hall of Fame was created to recognize and reward those students whose unselfish commitment of time and energy has impacted others in a beneficial way. In honoring youth achievement, the Youth Hall of Fame serves as a beacon to present and future youth.
AWARD
One winner each in high school and middle school will be inducted in the Youth Hall of Fame.
Inductees
$1000 and a plaque
Finalists from each region
$100 and a plaque
Deadline for Submission
TBD
QUALIFICATIONS
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Open to all middle school and high school students
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Show an ability to lead and involve others in their community service project
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Demonstrate perseverence, independence, creative, and critical thinking skills
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All services must be documented
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Have one major service project with varied other school and community service activities
MIAMI DADE COUNTY FAIR AND EXPOSITION PROGRAM

The Miami-Dade County Fair and Exposition Scholarship Program
was created to recognize and honor the youth of Miami for their dedication to scholarship and for demonstrating a strong sense of commitment to voluntary participation in school and community activities. This scholarship reaffirms The Youth Fair's commitment to education.
AWARD
$1,000 non-renewable scholarship
Deadline for Submission
TBD
Qualifications
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Open to Miami-Dade County graduating high school seniors
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Minimum of 3.0 cumulative GPA
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Planning to attend an accredited college, university, or trade school
APPLICATION
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Two letters of recommendation
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The student's personal statements defining goals and exhibiting energy and dedication to a plan
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2x3 headshot photograph
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A 5-line narrative about yourself
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