At the annual American Legion Post 41 picnic held on September 04, 2024, the Post 41 sponsored delegates to the Virginia Boys State were recognized.
AL Post 41 Commander, Larry Hardesty, presented medals and certificates to our delegates to honor their participation. This year's delegates were James Casey, Jacob Coutts, Ryan Hanley, and Jack Westbrook. All participants have entered into their senior year at Clarke County High School this fall.
American Legion Boys State is among the most respected and selective educational programs of government instruction for U.S. high school students. A participatory program in which students become part of the operation of local, county and state government. Boys state was founded in 1935.
At Boys State, 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 assemblies, bands, choruses and recreational programs.
American Legion posts select high school juniors to attend the program. In most cases, individual expenses are paid by a sponsoring post, a local business or another community-based organization.
