Boys’ State Band Meets prior to the First Assembly on Day 1 Shortly after arriving, Boys who were inclined to join the Boys’ State Band were introduced to their instructor Mr. Dave Fox to prepare for the first assembly. In closing, the Boys’ State Band is practicing diligently and improving daily on their skills … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: June 2016
Welcome Boys’ Staters
June 26th, the Boy’s State Delegates arrive at the SUNY Morrisville campus to begin their week. The Boy’s State Delegates will continue to learn the duties and processes that the government go through and will leave having learned discipline and more about the political process that what they knew upon arrival. Continue reading
Boy’s Staters Begin to Learn from the Marines
Boys State 2016; Day One. The fun begins! Continue reading
Meet One of the Counselors
Gunnar Haberl City Counselor (interviewed by Max Hagerott; 0934) MH: “What brought you to Boys State this year?” Mr. Haberl: “I was a Boys Stater in 2014, a part of McKnealy, Love. I had such an outstanding experience that I contacted Mr. O’ Brien to give back to a program for myself as an individual … Continue reading
Phillip Seybert Interview
City Counselor Phillip Seybert Counselor for the County of Spafford Counselor Phillip Seybert sat down with Max Hagerott (0934) for Boy’s State 2016 MH: “What brought you to Boy’s State?” PS: “In January, I recognized a lot of vacancies and the need to encourage future leaders. Without questions I volunteered for Spafford and city counselor for Governor.” MH: … Continue reading
Interview with Staff Sergeant Gerlak
Interview with Staff Sergeant Gerlak Interview by Max Hagerott(0934) MH: “What do you think of this year’s Boys State?” Staff Sergeant Gerlak: “Suprisingly awesome without knowing what to expect, I have been thoroughly impressed by who the boys are and what they have become. MH: “Is this your first Boys State? If so, what’s your … Continue reading
Interview with Major Schrader
Major Schrader Came into the web development room around 2:25 on June 28th to speak with Max Hagerott (0934) for an interview. MH: “What is your impression of Boys’ State to this point?” Major Schrader: “This is my first boys state, and I think it’s a tremendous opportunity for the boys to be exposed to a … Continue reading
Interview with Staff Sergeant Justis
Staff Sergeant Justis Marine for the County of Spafford Staff Sergeant Justis took time to speak with Max Hagerott(0934) about his time at Boys State 2016. MH: “Is this your first Boys State experience?” Staff Sergeant Justis: “Yes it is.” MH:” What made you decide to go into the United States Marine Corps?” Staff Sergeant … Continue reading
Morrisville Hosts the 78th 2016 Boys’ State
On June 26th, 2016, approximately 1,000 young men from all across New York State arrived at SUNY Morrisville for the 78th annual American Legion Boys’ State. Morrisville State College in Morrisville, NY. Morrisville State has been the home of Boys’ State since 1966; with the New York Boys’ State having been around since 1938. Below is … Continue reading
Interview with Staff Sergeant Sumner
Staff Sergeant Sumner Came into the web development room around 3:30 on June 28th to speak with Max Hagerott (0934) for an interview. MH: “Is this your first Boys State experience?” Staff Sergeant Sumner: “It is not, it is my second year to be here.” MH: “What do you think of the program thus far?” … Continue reading