Derby High students to attend Boys, Girls State at ECSU

Students attending the weeklong program from Derby High School for Boys State and Girls State this month are, from left, Abbrianna MacGregor, Ximena Varas, and Robert Hawes. With them are American Legion Post 24 Auxiliary President Barbara Williams and Commander of American Legion Post 24 Erwin "Gus" Williams. Not pictured are Stephen Bisaccia, Christopher Diaz, and Sheldon Champagnie.  / Contributed photo

The American Legion Boy’s State and American Legion Auxiliary Laurel Girl’s State program is being held at Eastern Connecticut State University in Willimantic this month.

These programs provide an opportunity for students to learn about the democratic process by forming their own party, establishing a party platform and electing city, town, and state officials. 
This is a great experience for students interested in government.  

This is a press release from the American Legion.