Photo credit: Bush Family Home State Historic Site

What to know: The Bush Family Home State Historic Site, 1412 W. Ohio St., is expanding its youth programming for the new school year, giving Midland middle and high school students four opportunities to explore local government, public speaking, science and history. Applications for all four programs are open through Aug. 31.

The big picture: The Youth Advisory Council is open to students in grades 10-12 and gives participants the opportunity to learn about city government, meet people who work for the city, and complete a service project. Students who complete the program will receive a letter of recommendation they can use for college and scholarship applications.

The Junior Docent Program is open to students in grades 8-12 and focuses on public speaking and professionalism. Participants will learn about the Bush Family Home and have opportunities to give tours of the historic site. Students will also receive a letter of recommendation after completing the program.

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The 1950s Science Club, open to grades 6-12, will explore scientific discoveries from the decade through lessons and related experiments. The 1950s History Club, also for grades 6-12, will examine influential events of the 1950s and how they continue to affect life today.

What’s next: Those interested can direct questions to [email protected] or 432-685-1112.