<p>This is a superb program highly respected by the West Point Admissions officers. </p>
<p>It means alot if you have gained entry to the program and attended. Perhaps more so than SLS. </p>
<p>Enough said.</p>
<p>American</a> Legion</p>
<p>From the website:</p>
<p>American Legion Boys State is among the most respected educational programs of government instruction for high school students. Each participant becomes a part of the operation of his local, county and state government.</p>
<p>Boys State has been a program of The American Legion since 1935. </p>
<p>At American Legion Boys State, participants are exposed to the rights and privileges, the duties and the responsibilities of a franchised citizen. The training is objective and practical with city, county and state governments operated by the students elected to the various offices. Activities include legislative sessions, court proceedings, law enforcement presentations, assemblies, bands, chorus and recreational programs.</p>