My oldest son

[Bart Adkins]

My wife and I got a letter today informing us that our oldest son (age 11) was nominated by a teacher and then selected to participate as a student ambassador to Australia in the People to People program (founded by Dwight D. Eisenhower). He will study there for 18 days exploring the Great Barrier Reef, hiking the rainfrest, and visiting "the bush" and local Aboriginal tribes. Saying that we're proud doesn't even scratch the surface...I'm also very happy for the kid because since he was two years old he's said he wanted to be a zoologist or a vet and work in Australia with Steve Irwin. I could't wait to tell everyone...especially all of my ST pals.........

 

[FlipTrac_511]

Looks like he's well on his way. Here's to a safe trip..!

 

[Travis Munday]

That's pretty cool, an honor no doubt and a huge oppurtunity for such a young kid.

 

[Donavan Davis]

Fantastic! You as parents should be proud. I am proud for all of you. I too agree with Tiger's sentiment.

 

[Teddy GreeneII]

Congratulations Bart. Have simular hopes for my 4 year old girl. Says a lot about the way he was raised and encouraged. Think that's just great!

 

[John Zuber]

Fantastic--kids are great!

 

[Daniel Park]

my sister got one of those letter too.

 

[Millie Peters]

CONGRATS TO ALL OF YOU

 

[Jim Reeves]

That's great. My nephew was picked by the same organization to play with an all-star baseball team. I believe they traveled to Australia, and possible New Zealand.

It'll be a trip of a lifetime for him. It's great to see kids who work hard and show themselves to be an outstanding member of their community get some recognition. Congrats!