OEC Sends Three Eighth Graders to Leadership Camp
Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders Through Energy Education
Approximately 75 eighth graders from all across Oklahoma attended the 2025 Energy Camp, sponsored by Oklahoma’s electric cooperatives — three of those students proudly represented OEC. The camp was held May 27–30 in Hinton.
What Students Learned at Energy Camp
Throughout the week, campers learned about electric cooperatives, how electricity is generated and distributed, and the importance of teamwork and leadership. They also developed skills in public speaking, decision-making, collaboration and stepping outside of their comfort zones.
Real-World Leadership in Action
Each camper was placed in a small group, and each group elected a representative to serve on the Energy Camp Board of Directors. As board members, the elected campers got to experience what it’s like to serve in a leadership role.
Harper McElroy, representing Choctaw Electric, was selected as the General Manager and did a fantastic job leading the camp in her role.
A Message From the Campers
“Energy Campers, we want to thank Oklahoma’s electric cooperatives for giving us the opportunity to attend this amazing camp,” the campers said. “We are so grateful for the memories we made and the friendships we’ll never forget.”
About Energy Camp
Energy Camp is coordinated by the Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives. Campers are selected and sponsored by Oklahoma’s rural electric cooperatives. Applications for the 2026 Energy Camp will go live in January 2026 at okcoop.org/energycamp.