Exciting Start to Spring for South Dakota Teenage Republicans
At their March 16 Executive Board Meeting, the SD Teenage Republicans unanimously selected their new Sponsor: longtime GOP organizer Catherine Barranco. TARs is an auxiliary of the South Dakota Republican Party. At TARs events, Republicans between the ages of 13 and 18 unite to learn about government, encourage political involvement among the youth, and help carry Republican candidates to victory.
Having completed her record-breaking term as President of the Republican Women, Mrs. Barranco is ready to hit the ground running. “I am excited to work with such a fantastic group,” Catherine said. “The energy from Kayla Randall and her Executive Board is electric! There’s a bright future ahead for South Dakota’s young patriots!”
First Lady of South Dakota Sandy Rhoden remarked: “Catherine is a perfect fit! I’ve known her for years – we worked together rebuilding SDFRW. I have full confidence she’ll make TARs stronger than ever!” Catherine and her husband, Sioux Falls Councilman David Barranco, have two sons, Christopher (13) and William (10).
With a new Sponsor guiding the way, the Teenage Republicans are excited to announce the return of TARs Camp this summer. Camp will be July 21-26 in the Black Hills, with more details to follow. “TARs Camp is an exciting, fun-filled, unforgettable week in the Black Hills,” Barranco said. “We’ll release more information soon. For now, save the date!”
If you or someone you know would be interested in getting involved in TARs or if you’d like to be added to the email list, send a message to TeenageRepublicansSD@gmail.com or reach out to one of the TARs Executive Board members:
- Chair – Kayla Randall
- Vice-Chair – Aidyn Melville
- Secretary – Melody Gilkerson
- Treasurer – Andrew Chaney
- District Representative – Will Penfield
- District Representative – Bailey Dorneman
- District Representative – Brode Malfaro
- District Representative – Ashton Adams
This is wonderful news!! I’ve had the pleasure of working with Catherine on several projects for the South Dakota Federation of Republican Women and I can say she is a dedicated Republican and a very hard working asset for the GOP. As the former SDFRW President, she has the proven fundraising abilities, leadership experience, and technical skills to help support the TARs Executive Board. She will match their energy and help them keep the momentum going. I have not doubt that she will go above and beyond to help their organization produce incredible results! It’s more important than ever that we all help support these teenagers who are eager and willing to step up and learn more about the Republican party and the importance of making good decisions when voting.
Catherine will do a wonderful job (as she always does). Thank you for your leadership!
Good choice. As president, Catherine set national recruiting records for the Republican women. That ability should translate
This is exciting news for the youth of South Dakota ! I have had the opportunity to visit the TARS camp in the past . It The environment is ideal for participants to learn about government where they are exposed to a wide variety of speakers and lots of fun activities.
Catherine Barranco will do an amazing job as the TARS Sponsor . I have had the privilege of serving with her on several South Dakota Federation of Republican women projects . She brings a high level of professionalism and enthusiasm to every project! Catherine possesses the leadership skills needed for success. She is an amazing mentor to many and the TARS program will thrive under her guidance.
I’m looking forward to the 2025 TARS Camp and meeting our future GOP leaders.
Awesome news! TAR Camp was always the best week of my summers growing up. Catherine will be a great sponsor!
What wonderful news to learn that TARS camp is on again. Catherine is the perfect person to lead this project. With her leadership I believe it will flourish! It’s a great opportunity for our young people to learn about the GOP and leadership. Behind you you 💯percent!
Odenbach coming to inspire? Lems? Hot Carl maybe? Onward and upward!