Congressman Meets with Olean Students in Washington

Langworthy talks with 8th-graders from Olean High School during their D.C. field trip.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 1:46am

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A colorful, abstract silkscreen-style illustration depicting a group of students standing in front of the U.S. Capitol building, repeated in a grid pattern with bold, vibrant colors and heavy black outlines, capturing the energy and excitement of a school field trip to Washington, D.C.A group of students from Olean High School meet with their local congressman during an educational field trip to the nation's capital.Olean Today

U.S. Representative Nick Langworthy spoke with a group of approximately 63 eighth-grade students from Olean High School during their recent visit to Washington, D.C. from March 25-27. The congressman met with the students outside the U.S. Capitol building as part of their educational field trip.

Why it matters

This interaction between a local congressman and students from his district provides a valuable opportunity for civic engagement and hands-on learning about the political process. Field trips to the nation's capital are an important part of many school curriculums, allowing students to connect with their elected representatives and see the workings of the federal government firsthand.

The details

The Olean High School students were in Washington, D.C. for a three-day educational trip. During their visit, Congressman Langworthy took time to meet with the group and speak to them outside the U.S. Capitol building. The congressman discussed his role as a representative and answered questions from the students.

  • The Olean High School students visited Washington, D.C. from March 25-27, 2026.
  • Congressman Langworthy met with the students on March 26, 2026.

The players

Nick Langworthy

U.S. Representative for New York's 23rd congressional district, which includes the city of Olean.

Olean High School

A public high school located in Olean, New York that sent a group of approximately 63 eighth-grade students on an educational field trip to Washington, D.C.

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What they’re saying

“It was a pleasure to meet with the students from Olean High School and discuss the important role of Congress and our democratic institutions.”

— Nick Langworthy, U.S. Representative

The takeaway

This interaction between Congressman Langworthy and the Olean students demonstrates the value of providing young people with opportunities to engage directly with their elected representatives and learn about the workings of the federal government through hands-on experiences.