VERGENNES — Every year, high schools in the United States may choose at least one sophomore to represent them at their state’s Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership (HOBY) Conference. This year, Vergennes Union High School’s HOBY Ambassadors are Robbie Bicknell and Marlie Hunt.
Bicknell and Hunt were selected for this honor based on their demonstrated and potential leadership skills and traits. The two attended the HOBY Conference on May 24-27, at Saint Michael’s College in Colchester, where they participated in seminars and met with leaders in the fields of education, government, and other professions to discuss present and future issues.
Bicknell is the son of Dr. Tim Bicknell and Casey Ratti of Ferrisburgh. Hunt is the daughter of Robert and Suzanne Hunt of Addison.