High School Academic Opportunities

Boys State 

"Premier program for teaching how government works while developing leadership skills and an appreciation for your rights as a citizen." 

When: May 27-31, 2024 

Where: Northern State University 

Eligibility: Following Junior or Senior ear of High School *only eligible one time

Application Deadline: May 1, 2024 

Awards/Scholarships: Samsung Scholarship: Up to $10,000. South Dakot Colleges and Universities offer scholarships to Boys State attendees. 

For more information visit: https://www.sdlegion.org/boys-state/


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Youth Trooper Academy 

Residential learning experience for young adults to increase their understanding of the job of a state trooper and to develop better relationships between the youth of our state and the Highway Patrol. 

When: June-July Timeframe

Where: Pierre, South Dakota 

Eligibility: Entering seniors year of high school or have just graduated high school. Only 24 chosen statewide each year. 

Application Deadline: Late March 

Participants receive training in: 

For more information: https://www.sdlegion.org/sd-youth-trooper-academy/