Legion taking applications for Boys State

The American Legion Boys State is a unique summertime educational program for boys entering their senior year of high school and is accepting applications for 2020.

The program focuses on participation and personal experience in a model state, complete with governmental bodies and elected public officials. It is designed to mirror the structure and operation of sate government while providing training in practical citizenship, leadership and character through a nonpartisan lens.

Each participant is known as a “citizen” and becomes an integral part of the process, assuming specific responsibilities as an elected or appointed official.

Past graduates that went on to have a career in the public eye include President Bill Clinton, athlete Michael Jordan, rock star Jon Bon Jovi, news personality Tom Brokaw and former U.S. Peace Corps director Gaddi Vasquez.

State will be held in Helena, June 7-12 and enrollment fees are covered by The American Legion, businesses and other civic organizations.

For more information on the program and how to apply, contact Greg Pohle at 406-855-0056 or directoralmtbs@gmail.com or Gary White at 406-324-3989 or amlegmt29@mtlegion.org. Complete details on the program can be found at www.mtlegion.org under “Programs.”