One of the key components of OK Boys State is the election process. Nearly every position at OK Boys State involves some form of election, from the Guidon Bearer that leads the City and carries its colors everywhere the City goes, to the Governor. Delegates get a chance to speak in front of their peers […]
The judicial simulation at Boys State gives delegates firsthand experience with judicial proceedings. We emulate the Oklahoma court system as closely as possible in both the district courts and appellate courts, including the Court of Criminal Appeals and the Supreme Court. Delegates will have the opportunity to participate in moot court simulations in the roles
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A team building exercise by way of the Oklahoma Army National Guard, combat Soccer is by far the most highly-rated event by the delegates during the week, and the excitement it brings to the week helps bring the delegates even closer to their peers during the week.
Throughout the week of Boys State, our delegates are in constant competition. Their successes, whether as individuals or as part of a team, add to the prestige of their City. At the end of the week, the City that has had the most success throughout the week is named the City of Excellence. The award
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Have you ever wanted to visit our nation’s capital?! Each year, Oklahoma Boys State chooses two outstanding delegates for a week-long, all expenses paid trip to Washington DC to represent the state of Oklahoma as Senators at American Legion Boys Nation. There they will meet their fellow Boys Nation Senators from across the country to
Since the early days of Oklahoma American Legion Boys State, the Boys State Band has provided the soundtrack for the week. Whether it is the Star Spangled Banner played at retreat or Oklahoma played for the Governor’s arrival, the Boys State Band is always prepared to make an already special week even better! At the
Boys State wouldn’t be where it is today without the valiant efforts of our active duty military troops and the veterans who have fought to maintain the freedoms we have today. Many don’t know that the American Legion founded the Boys State program to instill democracy in America’s youth and to combat the growing ideals
The Oklahoma military Academy called Rogers State University home. Rogers State University offers four year degrees. Roger State offers all eligible boys state delegates three hours of college credit at no cost to them. Attendees Oklahoma Boys State will also receive free room and board at RSU’s should they enroll there for college.
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A bill is a document which, when introduced into the legislature, passed by both the House and Senate and approved by the Governor becomes law. A resolution is a document introduced into one or both houses and states an opinion or desire of one or both houses. It does not require the approval of the governor and does not
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Delegate Pre-Session Checklist Considering the length of the Oklahoma Boys State Program and the distance from home for most Delegates, everyone in attendance should apply significant consideration into packing for the week-long camp. The Boys State Administration has assembled this checklist of essential items to bring to Boys State. We strongly suggest you utilize this
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