YHS students at work in DC

U.S. Senator Susan Collins recently received the JDRF Trailblazer Award for her efforts to increase funding for diabetes research and treatment.  Joining her was YHS senior Cole Buchanan, a former page; and Brian Shankey, the JDRF Executive Director for Maine.   “With the strong support and advocacy of JDRF chapters across the country, I am confident that we will conquer this terrible disease,” said Senator Collins. “I was delighted to see that Cole Buchanan, a former page of mine, was doing so well managing his Type 1 diabetes and to hear about his new treatment methods,” Senator Collins continued.  

The Yarmouth streak continues, as YHS junior Ellie Ralph will serve as a page for Senator Collins this year.  This will be the third year in a row a Yarmouth student has participated in the semester-long internship program with the United States Senate.