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High school junior and senior boys from Norman, Little Axe and Noble schools, both public and private, are being sought to participate in Oklahomaâs annual Boys State civics and leadership program.
Chosen candidates for Boys State are sponsored by Normanâs American Legion Post 88, which covers all expenses. This yearâs deadline is tight, so interested candidates need to contact the Post at 366-7575 by 5 p.m., Monday, April 26 in order to be considered, said spokesperson Carl Ellison.
At Boys State, participants learn the rights, privileges and responsibilities of franchised citizens. The training is fun, challenging, 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.