Envision, a leading experiential education organization, announced recently the winners of Chase the Race 2016, which includes Sean O’Connor, a Parkland High School student from Orefield, as well as 11 other high school students from across the United States.

Chase the Race 2016 will give O’Conner and other students the opportunity to play an active role in the U.S. presidential election process by serving as onsite reporters at a number of key political events.

Entrants to Chase the Race 2016 were alumni of other Envision programs who submitted video applications and were selected by the public and peers.

Envision reporters were on-location during upcoming Republican and Democratic debates, the Iowa Caucus, Super Tuesday, and will be at the Republican and Democratic National Conventions.

The reporters interviewed a variety of participants in the upcoming election – including candidates, current and former politicians, advisers and pundits – and produce video and social media content focused on the issues that are most important to the next generation of voters.

The program will conclude with a Presidential Inauguration Leadership Summit during the 2017 inauguration.

“Today’s high school students are poised to become one of the most critical generations in our nation’s history,” said Andrew Potter, chief academic officer at Envision. “The Chase the Race 2016 reporters are comprised of passionate, driven students across the country who will bring a range of viewpoints and experiences that are representative of today’s youth.

“They are the ideal group of young reporters to serve as a resource for young people looking to engage in the U.S. presidential campaign and our political process.”

Chase the Race 2016 furthers Envision’s mission of enabling students of all ages to explore their interests and gain learning experiences beyond the classroom.

By partnering with Discovery Education, the leading provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms, the content produced by Envision reporters will be shown in classrooms across the country.

Other educational partners that will amplify Chase the Race include the Youth Leadership Initiative at UVA, the National History Club and Generation Citizen.

For information, visit ChasetheRace2016.com or follow the hashtag #ChasetheRace2016.