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Sioux City American Legion Post 64

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Be a part of the most respected and selective educational programs of government instruction for U.S. high school students.

Hawkeye Boys State

American Legion Boys State of Iowa is a six-day immersive civics camp that provides fun hands-on experiences in the operation and fundamentals of government. The LEADS curriculum of Learn, Engage, Accept, Do & Share, shapes and empowers students to take action and accomplish great things. Each day is filled with leadership development and activities found only at Boys State.

 

Through the local American Legion Post, delegates or citizens of Boys State are selected and sponsored to participate.

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You can find more information on the Iowa Boys State Website.

Interested in attending Iowa Boys State? The Sioux City American Legion Family offers sponsorships for this life-changing event. 

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Eligibility

To be selected to attend Iowa Boys State, candidates must have:

  • Completed the 11th grade and have at least 1 semester left prior to graduation.

  • Good scholastic ranking and recommendations by faculty.

  • Qualities of leadership, scholastic achievement and willingness to participate.

  • Demonstrated interest in U.S. History, Government, and Civics. Ability to debate or speak in public is also a bonus.

  • Must be in attendance for the entire program.

  • Resident of Iowa and citizen of the U.S.

  • Must believe in U.S. citizenship and the ideals of "God and Country' on which our nation and the American Legion were founded.

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