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Upcoming Simpson Academy Senior Jessie Magee has been chosen to attend Girl’s State. Jessie is the daughter of Greg and Donna Magee and the granddaughter of Butch and Diane Magee and Betty McDonald and David and Norma Yelverton.
The University of Southern Mississippi will host the event June 2-7 in Hattiesburg.
Girls are eligible to attend if they meet the following criteria:
- have completed their Junior year in high school government and current events
- have high moral character
- possess strong leadership abilities
- have an above average scholastic standing
- have a desire to learn
The citizens are divided into two mythical political “parties.” The parties do not reflect the two major political parties in today’s system, but allow citizens to gain a special knowledge of how the system works. Elections are held to fill city and state positions. Activities include legislative sessions, campaigning, party rallies, debating, and voting. The citizens also receive instruction in Parliamentary Procedure.
This “hands on” method is unique and extremely effective. ALA Girls State affords participants an opportunity to live together as self-govering citizens by informing them about the duties, privileges, rights, and responsibilities of American citizenship and hopefully encourage their participation in the democratic process as they progress into adulthood. Additional activities include: journalism, singing, skit night, field trips, group Vespers, and patriotic ceremonies.
Best wishes to Jessie! She is taking advantage of a great program.
