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WHAT IS IT?
WHAT IS IT?
Boys' State and Girls' State are leadership programs that provide educational experiences around government and politics, sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary. From the national Girls' State informational website, they note that the purpose of Girls' State is to "to provide an outstanding, unique, and coveted educational opportunity for the young women of our nation that instills the basic ideals and principles of American government." From the national Boys' State informational website, "participants learn the rights, privileges and responsibilities of franchised citizens. The training is objective and centers on the structure of city, county and state governments. Operated by students elected to various offices, Boys' State activities include legislative sessions, court proceedings, law-enforcement presentations, assemblies, bands, choruses and recreational programs."
THESE ARE EXCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES. If you know that you are available during the week-long program this summer (see the materials below for this year's specific dates) YOU SHOULD STRONGLY CONSIDER APPLYING.
Boys' State Information/Forms
Boys' State Information/Forms
Yes, the picture above is future president Bill Clinton shaking the hand of (then) current President John F. Kennedy at Boys' Nation (an extension of the Boys' State program) in 1963. These programs are kind of a big deal.
CORNHUSKER BOYS' STATE WEBSITE
Print out, read, and complete these registration materials CAREFULLY. Note that attendance for the full week of the program is mandatory, or you will be charged the full week's program fee.
To apply, complete and submit all of the materials below to Ms. Kayla Kolts in the LHS Main Office by January 27th, 2025!
Girls' State Information/Forms
Girls' State Information/Forms
Participants in Girls' State have the opportunity to also participate in Girls' Nation, like the students above. These programs provide an unparalleled opportunity for education and leadership training.
CORNHUSKER GIRLS' STATE WEBSITE
Print out, read, and complete these registration materials CAREFULLY. Note that attendance for the full week of the program is mandatory, or you will be charged the full week's program fee.
To apply, complete and submit all of the materials below to Ms. Kayla Kolts in the LHS Main Office by January 27th, 2025!
HAVE YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED TO MS. KOLTS (IN THE LHS MAIN OFFICE) BY JANUARY 27TH, 2025!!!
HAVE YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED TO MS. KOLTS (IN THE LHS MAIN OFFICE) BY JANUARY 27TH, 2025!!!
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