Georgia Boys State is a comprehensive one week course in state and local government and is a program of the American Legion Department of Georgia. The date for the program is June 9-15, 2024 and will be held at Valdosta State University in Valdosta.
Georgia Girls State is a National program of the American Legion Auxiliary. It is a course of instruction in, as well as, a practical application of, the fundamental principles and procedures of city, county, and state government under the American system. A session, usually lasting five days, is conducted by each of the 50 states and the District of Columbia, with the top-ranking high school girls as citizens. Under the guidance of skilled counselors and other staff members who are leading citizens, these girls learn and then practice through self-government, the duties, responsibilities, and privileges of American citizenship.
Citizens must report to the campus of Valdosta State University between 1:00 and 3:00 PM on Sunday, June 9 and they will depart on Friday, June 14 at 1:00 PM. Graduation is June 14, 2024, at 8:45 AM (doors open at 8:15 AM).
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