The Cooperative Youth Conference and Leadership Experience (CYCLE) is a four-day leadership conference held annually in Jefferson City in mid-July. It brings together some of the best and brightest young leaders from across Missouri. The focus is to help students learn about electric cooperatives and Missouri state government, and to teach leadership skills. The program includes nationally known speakers, tours of great Missouri museums, and a day at the state Capitol. The 2025 CYCLE conference will be held July 15 – 18, 2025 at the Doubletree Hotel in Jefferson City.
Howell-Oregon Electric Cooperative selects two area students to attend CYCLE each year, with lodging, meals and transportation provided by HOEC.
Eligibility requirements
All High School Juniors in the Howell-Oregon Electric service area are eligible to apply for this opportunity (except for children of Electric Cooperative employees, who are ineligible).
Check this space in early 2026 for the application instructions for 2026 CYCLE!
