by BECKY GOFF
JC Post/Little Apple Post
MANHATTAN - Kansas Boys State attendees have selected two peer representatives as delegates to the 2023 American Legion Boys Nation.
Senior-to-be, Adiel Garcia, of Olathe and senior-to-be, Creytin Sanner, of Junction City, were chosen to represent Kansas Boys State as senators at Boys Nations July 21st -29th.
Boys Nation is held at Marymount University in Arlington, Virginia.
Jasper Kimball of Andover and Max Mitchell of Lawrence were both selected as alternates, should Garcia or Sanner be unable to attend.
Representatives from the 49 Boys State programs across the country(Hawaii does not have a Boys State program) will gather at Boys Nation to learn more about the structure and function of the federal government.
High Schoolers from across Kansas participated in the 2023 session of the American Legion Boys State of Kansas event from June 4th through June 10th, at Kansas State University.
The objective of the ALBSK is to inculcate a sense of individual obligation to community, state and nation. Kansas Boys State provides a relevant, interactive, problem-solving experience in leadership and teamwork that develops self-identity, promotes mutual respect and instills civic responsibility.
Boys State is a “learning by doing” political exercise that simulates elections, political parties and government at the state, county and local levels, providing opportunities to lead under pressure, showcasing character and working effectively within a team. It’s also an opportunity to gain pride and respect for government and the price paid by members of the military to preserve democracy.