Since the beginning of Boys’ State, it has been a place for boys to become men. In 1935, an instructor at the Loyola University Chicago School of Law and Americanism Chairman of the Illinois Department of The American Legion, and Harold Card, the Department Boy Scout Chairman and junior high school instructor, wanted to create a program for young …
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
Boys’ State Band’s First Performance After only having known each other for hours before, the band gets together for their first ever concert. All credit for the video below goes to the Boy’s State video group for taking the video. Continue reading
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During the assembly last night we had a very special demonstration from the New York State Troopers and SORT team. They informed the citizens of Boys’ State the process you have to go through in order to join the trooper force. They even showed a couple of videos of how the academies work and what … Continue reading
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