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Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) announced Middlesex School student and Littleton native Rebecca Fusco as a winner of the Congressional Award. 

“Rebecca represents the very best of our district,” said Congresswoman Trahan. “As a former athlete and the mother of two young girls, I’m especially grateful for Rebecca’s leadership and her mission to ensure more girls have the chance to compete, grow, and succeed through sports. Congratulations Rebecca!” 

Rebecca’s project involved over 400 hours of voluntary public service focused on creating opportunities for girls to play basketball, and over 200 hours of personal development focused on increasing her educational growth. Her mission of expanding opportunities for girls to play basketball took her to Ecuador where she worked with local advocates united in the mission of making the game more accessible to all. 

The Congressional Award is a non-partisan charity founded by Congress in 1979 that aims to recognize and promote excellence in young people. The program's goal is to encourage youth to set and achieve goals in four areas: Voluntary Public Service, Personal Development, Physical Fitness, and Expedition/Exploration. By setting and achieving these goals, young people are empowered to take charge of their own lives and become active and responsible citizens.

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