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| Brett King - Stater 2003 District Court Judge Attended Rockhurst High School--Kansas City, MO During the second semester of my Junior year I was told about Boys’ State by my U.S. History teacher. He told us that we would really enjoy it. Our classed asked what we did during the week that we were there. Dr. Goben just told us that we simulated a mock government. I thought it sounded interesting so I searched for more information. After reading a little bit about the program and seeing the video, I was very impressed with Boys’ State. However as time got closer to leaving I became more nervous. I knew that I was not going to know many people except for the few that went from my school. Many people had not heard of the program and it was difficult to explain what I was going to be doing for the week that I was missing work. As soon as I arrived at Boys’ State we were brought into situations, and right off I could tell this was going to be a wonderful week. As the week progressed our city and county structure became a strong group of friends. We all worked hard together to make our cities and county the best they could be. By the end of our time together we had grown to act as if we were one large family. There is something about Boys’ State that a person cannot explain. It is a feeling of patriotism that rushes through your body. I walked away from Boys’ State with even more respect for our country and what it stands for. During our closing ceremony I can honestly say that I bet there was not a single person that did not have a lump in their throat, from the pride that filled our hearts for America and her flag. Boys’ State is a wonderful experience and I would encourage any young man to take part in this experience. Brett King |
| Willaim Reid - Stater 2003 Chairman of the Commission on Ethics and Good Government Attended Leavenworth High School--Leavenworth , KS I was a little apprehensive before I attended Boys' State. I wasn't sure what to expect. I didn't know if I was going to be in boot camp or some form of government awareness camp. I was extremely surprised when I reflected on the first day of State with my roommate. From the very beginning I received a "have fun" vibe. I knew that Boys' State was going to be a great experience that would be shaped by my decisions. It was very easy to find something to get involved in and there were plenty of things to keep me occupied. I was surprised at the amount of fun that I had during the week. The counselors were not strict; in fact they loved to "goof around" with the Staters. I'm glad that I had the chance to attend Boys' State. It's an event that I will never forget. Willaim Reid |
| Danny Vardeman - Stater 2003 City Official Attended Leavenworth High School--Leavenworth, KS I didn't know exactly what Boys' State was. I heard about it at my school and I decided to sign up. The experience itself can change a person for life. There were a lot of people from the state of Kansas that I became friends with. Many people think that Boys' State is going to be boring, but it is actually fun. A person can learn a whole lot from their experience at Boys' State. Danny Vardeman |
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