On June 26th, 2015, approximately 1,000 young men from all across New York State arrived at SUNY Morrisville for the 77th annual American Legion Boys’ State. Morrisville State College in Morrisville, NY has been the home of Boys’ State since 1966. Below is the Boys’ State Alma Mater along with a link to a map … Continue reading →

Helen Sperling came to the Rec Hall today to talk to the citizens of Boys’ State about how to overcome challenges to survive. She taught the young men how to overcome whatever is thrown in their direction to get into their desired offices and to enjoy their time here at Boys’ State. Continue reading →

Boys’ State had a very special guest to help the citizens learn more about how to speak publicly to fellow peers easily and efficiently. Fred Ashforth visited the rec hall to deliver his very important speech and words about different strategies and techniques on how to get their audiences interested and help to get more … Continue reading →

The citizens of Boys’ State have begun their preparation for the parade. They are learning how to drill and march just like a true marine would.  This process is not only a good lesson for the parade, but also a way to keep order and make sure every citizen of Boys’ State is safe.   … Continue reading →

On the first day of this years Boys’ State we had a very special guest speaker at the first assembly. None other than the 16th president of the United States Abraham Lincoln. Abraham Lincoln elaborated on his life story and all the challenges he faced. He gave some advice to the citizens of Boys’ State … Continue reading →

Today all the citizens of Boys’ state will begin to start electing and campaigning from positions in the government. They will first begin to elect their city governments. As the week goes on they will continue to vote for other political positions including governor. The citizens will have a chance to campaign for these positions … Continue reading →

The American Legion Boys State welcomes the 2015 class of high school juniors on Friday, June 26. Continue reading →

U.S. Marines join the American Legion Boys State program every year to help impart discipline and self-reliance among the high school students. Continue reading →