RICHARD L.

SHICK
DIRECTOR

TIMOTHY ABOUDARA, SR.

CHIEF COUNSELOR

JAMES ALCORN
ASST. DIRECTOR

WILLIAM DENSON
ASST. CHIEF COUNSELOR

RICHARD KEARNS
CHAIRMAN
BOYS STATE COMMISSION

BARBARA L. DEVAULT
ADMINISTRATOR EMERITUS

JOE VASCO CENOZ

CHIEF COUNSELOR EMERITUS

EDWARD DENSON
ASST. ADMINISTRATOR

Dear American Legion California Boys State Delegate & Parent/Guardian;

Enclosed in this package is important information you will need to be fully prepared for your week at The American
Legion California Boys State. This letter provides a review for you concerning the contents of the package of
information you are being provided and supplies you with reminders about what needs to be done in advance of
your arrival in Sacramento. Please make sure that you download all of the documents.
Medical Certificate/Delegate Waiver & Release Form: The Medical Certificate must be completed and signed by
you and by your Parent/Guardian. It requests some basic medical information/history. It also documents your
medical insurance. A visit to your doctor prior to Boys State is not required. Your Parent/Guardian must also
read, agree to and sign both the Waivers of Claim/Consent for Medical Treatment and the Delegates Release
Form. These three items must be read, approved and signed by you and by your Parent/Guardian and turned in to
Program officials when you arrive and register.
Samsung American Legion Scholarship Program: One of the delegates from this years session of The
American Legion California Boys State will be chosen as a National Finalist for the Samsung American Legion
Scholarship Program. The application form requires signatures and certification from your school. It is strongly
advised that you begin work on this right away if you intend to apply for this scholarship. This package must be
turned in at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 20. Please make sure to bring a fully completed application with you as late
submissions will not be accepted. The application can also be completed online and printed after completion by
going to: www.boysstatecalifornia.org.
Internet Access/Laptops: Although The American Legion California Boys State is held on a university campus,
internet access will not be available to the delegates. Therefore, unless a delegate is planning on working on the
Boys State Newspaper, we strongly discourage delegates from bringing laptop computers.
In addition to the above highlights, you will also find important information in this package from the Boys State
Commission Chairman, The Boys State Director and the Chief Counselor. There is also information about the The
American Legion California Boys State Alumni Association, purchasing City (group) Pictures after you arrive at Boys
State, purchasing an optional The American Legion California Boys State Polo Shirt, purchasing a California Boys
State Cap, playing in the Boys State Band and participating in the Jamboree. The documents are numbered in the
order that they should be opened and reviewed. The following page is a complete list of all of the documents.
Please review all of the materials thoroughly. The enclosed information should answer all of your questions about
the Boys State Program.
We look forward to seeing you at the 2015 Session of The American Legion California Boys State.
The Boys State Staff

Delegate Packet Contents:

Document 1:
Document 2:
Document 3
Document 4:
Document 5:
Document 6:
Document 7:
Document 8:
Document 9
Document 10:
Document 11a
Document 11b
Document 12

Packet Cover Sheet

Medical Certificate. Consent to Medical Treatment and Hospital Services, Waiver of Claims
Samsung Scholarship Application Package (pdf fillable pdf version also available online)
Letter from the California Boys State Commission Chairman
Message from the California Boys State Chief Counselor
What to bring to California Boys State and Other Important Information
Information about the Trip to the State Capitol
Information about Boys State City Pictures and Boys State Caps
Information about the Boys State Band and Jamboree (Talent Show)
Information about the California Boys State Alumni Association
Optional Boys State T-shirts available in Sacramento
Optional Boys State Gym Shorts available in Sacramento
Social Media Information

THE AMERICAN LEGION CALIFORNIA BOYS STATE:

MEDICAL CERTIFICATE, CONSENT TO MEDICAL TREATMENT AND HOSPITAL SERVICES, WAIVER OF CLAIMS & DEFENSES &
DELEGATE AND PARENT/GUARDIANS WAIVER AND RELEASE FORM-PAGE 1
NOTE: This form must be properly completed and brought to Boys State by the Delegate.
PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT
Name___________________________________________________________________________
Last
First
Middle
Date of Birth:

Social Security Number:

Address:____________________________________________________________________________
Number/Street
City
State Zip
Primary Care Physician:_______________________________________________________________
Name
Phone Number
Are you taking any prescription medications? Y/N_____ (Note: If you are taking prescription medications, you must meet with a
member of the Nursing Staff prior to 11:00 p.m. on the day of your arrival.)
If yes, please list:
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Have you had any of the following illnesses?: (Yes or No)
Asthma____________

Measles____________

Scarlet Fever__________

Chicken Pox__________

Small Pox___________ Diphtheria______________

Mumps__________

Pneumonia________

Typhoid Fever_________
Have you been exposed to any contagious disease in the last three (3) weeks?_______________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Have you been protected by inoculation or vaccination within 5 years against:
Diphtheria_________Year________

Date of last Tetanus Booster:_______________

Signature of Delegate__________________________________________________________________

The above applicant is to become associated with approximately 1000 boys for a weeks activities at The American Legion California Boys State. Please
take into consideration that he will probably engage in average outdoor activities and we are desirous of eliminating, as much as possible, the danger of
communicable diseases. Accidents and/or illness may occur that require medical attention. Qualified nurses are on duty 24 hours/day and medical
hospitals are nearby should a medical condition arise.

CONSENT TO MEDICAL TREATMENT AND HOSPITAL SERVICES

This will certify that we (I), the undersigned parent(s) or guardian of ______________________ do, in the event that our (my) son
becomes a participating member of The American Legion California Boys State, to be held in Sacramento, CA between the dates of
June 20-27,2015 (inclusive) hereby consent and grant permission, should the necessity of medical care arise, to the furnishing of
medical treatment and hospital service as ordered or recommended by a qualified attending physician, including the administration of
an anesthetic, laboratory procedures, medical or surgical treatment, x-ray examination or other hospital services.

WAIVER OF CLAIMS & DEFENSES

This will further certify that we (I), the undersigned, in consideration of the benefits to be derived by our (my) son, in the event he is a
delegate of The American Legion California Boys State Program, to be held in Sacramento, CA between the dates of June 20-27, 2015
(inclusive), do hereby waive, release and discharge The American Legion, its officers, agents, instructors, volunteers and employees
from all claims, demands, damages, suits, actions, defenses or causes of action which we (I) may, can or shall have by reason of any
illness, injury or accident incurred or suffered by said son while traveling to or from, attendance at or participation in The American
Legion California Boys State Program from the time of his departure from home until his arrival thereto.

CBS Form 3 (DP-2)

THE AMERICAN LEGION CALIFORNIA BOYS STATE: MEDICAL CERTIFICATE, CONSENT TO MEDICAL
TREATMENT AND HOSPITAL SERVICES, WAIVER OF CLAIMS & DEFENSES & DELEGATE AND
PARENT/GUARDIANS WAIVER AND RELEASE FORM-PAGE 2
Delegate Name:_____________________________________________
Last
First
Middle
INSURANCE INFORMATION: (To be completed only if parent(s) carry a Group medical Insurance Plan)
Name of Parent(s) Group Insurance Carrier__________________________________
Insurance Policy Certificate/ID Number_________________________
Parent Name to Whom Policy Is Issued____________________
The signature below attests to the accuracy of insurance information that is being provided, the Consent to
Medical Treatment, the Authorization for the use and or publication of image or likeness and the Consent to the
Waiver and Release of Claims.
Signature___________________________________________ Date__________________
Parent Employer Name______________________________________
DELEGATES AND PARENT/GUARDIANS WAIVER & RELEASE FORM
I,__________________________________, am a participant in The American Legion California Boys State program that will be held June
20-27, 2015 (inclusive) at Sacramento, CA. I understand that I have been chosen to represent my High School and sponsoring American
Legion Post as its duly selected representative.
I hereby grant The American Legion my absolute and irrevocable consent for any photograph(s), video film and audio tape taken of me
in the course of my participation in The American Legion California Boys State to be used, published and copied by The American
Legion and its assignees. I release The American Legion, and its assignees, designees, and agents of the organization from any and all
claims arising out of or in connection with the taking, publication and/or use of pictures, photographs, recordings, documents, film and
any other accounts of my likeness or of my participation at The American Legion California Boys State Program including, but not
limited to, any claims for defamation, invasion of privacy, or right of publicity.
ACCEPTED AND AGREED:
Signature:______________________________________________________ Date_____________________
Printed Name:___________________________________________________
Address:_______________________________________________________
City______________________________________ State:_________ Zip Code:___________
NOTE: THIS DOCUMENT MUST ALSO BE READ, APPROVED & SIGNED BY A PARENT/GUARDIAN
I have reviewed the above Waivers & Releases and, on behalf of my son and myself, I approve of his consent to the terms of the Waivers
& Releases and, on behalf of my son and myself, I agree to the terms of the Waivers & Releases. Further, I agree that if for any reason
my son is unwilling to stay at the Program or is requested or required to leave the Boys State Program early, I will arrange to promptly
pick my son up at California State University, Sacramento. Moreover, if, in the sole and exclusive determination of Program officials, I
am unable or unwilling to promptly pick up my son at California State University, Sacramento and alternative transportation
arrangements are made by Program officials for my sons early departure, I will be responsible for the payment of any and all direct and
indirect transportation expenses, liabilities, losses or injuries incurred or suffered as the result of, or in any way associated with, my
sons early departure from the Program.
Signature of Parent/Guardian__________________________________________________
Printed Name:_____________________________________________________ Date:_____________________
Parent/Guardian DAYTIME Phone Numbers:_____________________ ____________________________________________

CBS Form 3 (DP-2)

SAMSUNG AMERICAN LEGION

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
DIRECTIONS
2015

ELIGIBILITY: High school juniors who are a direct descendant, i.e. child,
grandchild, great-grandchild or a legally adopted child, of a U.S. veteran
who served during a period of war and is a delegate to either an American
Legion Boys State or American Legion Auxiliary Girls State program.
Completing a scholarship application can be a difficult task. Below are some tips to
help you complete your application.
1. Application must be typed or completed online at www.legion.org. Scroll over the
Programs headline at the top of the page, and in the drop-down box, click on
Scholarships. The Samsung American Legion Scholarship will be the 3rd
scholarship from the top.
2. Do not attach any documents or additional pages to the application, except as
required.
3. Review the entire application before completing it. If a field is left blank, it will
count against you. If you cannot answer a question, put a reason in the field.
4. Proofread your answers/essays in this application in addition to having at least
one other person proofread your application. Spelling errors or poor writing skills
will have a negative effect on your chances of receiving the scholarship.
Incomplete/unprofessional applications will be rejected.
5. Use a computer to prepare your final document. Applications will not be considered if
they are handwritten.
6. Each application is judged on its own merit so include any information that makes
you exceptional and a good candidate to receive the award.
7. Keep a copy of everything you submit!
8. Pay close attention to scholarship application deadlines as applications
submitted past the deadline will not be considered. Contact your American
Legion Boys State or American Legion Auxiliary Girls State Program to
determine its application deadline and procedure for submitting the application.
Normally, the application is submitted when you arrive at your respective
program.

SAMSUNG AMERICAN LEGION

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
2015
ELIGIBILITY: High school juniors who are a direct descendant, i.e. child, grandchild, great-grandchild or a legally
adopted child, of a U.S. veteran who served during a period of war and is a delegate to either an American Legion Boys State
or American Legion Auxiliary Girls State program. Application must be typed. Do not attach any documents or additional
pages to this application, except as required. All questions must be answered in order to be considered.
Name_________________________________________________________________________
Address _______________________________________________________________________
City __________________________________ State ________________ Zip _______________
E-mail ____________________________________
Telephone (

) _______________________ Date of Birth Month ______ Day _______ Year _______

I am the (state relationship)___________________ of (veteran's name) ___________________________

Veteran's address (if living)____________________________________________________________
who served on active duty during one or more of the following periods of war. Check the appropriate war period:
____
____
____
____

World War I - Apr. 6, 1917 - Nov. 11, 1918

World War II - Dec. 7, 1941 - Dec. 31, 1946
Korean War - June 25, 1950 - Jan. 31, 1955
Vietnam War - Feb. 28, 1961 - May 7, 1975

____ Lebanon/Grenada - Aug. 24, 1982 - Jul. 31, 1984

____ Panama - Dec. 20, 1989 - Jan. 31, 1990
____ Persian Gulf War - Aug. 2, 1990 - Until cessation of hostilities
Includes Operations Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, & War on Terrorism

Name_________________________________________________________________________
High
School
Record This section is to be completed by a high school official. (May be handwritten.)
Address
_______________________________________________________________________
Number
of students in high school ____________State ________________
Number of studentsZip
in applicant's
class ______________
City __________________________________
_______________
Cumulative
Grade
Point Average (GPA) ______________
scale______
is ______
(i.e.
4 point,Year
6 point,
12 point, etc.)
Telephone
(
) _______________________
Date of BirthGPA
Month
Day
_______
_______
Class
Rank
___________
Expected Date ofof
Graduation
I am the
(state
relationship)___________________
(veteran's _______________
name) ___________________________
SAT
Scores
Math (if
_______
Verbal _______ Written _______ Total _______ and/or ACT Score ___________
Veteran's
address
living)____________________________________________________________
who served on active duty during one or more of the following periods of war. Check the appropriate war period:
______________________________________
___________
___________________________________
____ World War I - Apr. 6, 1917 - Nov. 11, 1918 Date____
Lebanon/Grenada
- Aug. 24, 1982 - Jul. 31, 1984
____ World
War
II
Dec.
7,
1941
Dec.
31,
1946
____
Panama
Dec.
20,
1989 - Jan. name
31, 1990
Signature
Type/print
and title
____ Korean War - June 25, 1950 - Jan. 31, 1955
____ Persian Gulf WarAffix
- Aug.school
2, 1990stamp
- Untilor
Cessation
seal of Hostilities
____ Vietnam War - Feb. 28, 1961 - May 7, 1975
For Department Selection Committee Use Only
PARENT(S) ADJUSTED GROSS INCOME (AGI: FORM 1040--LINE 31,
GPA ________ Class Rank ________
SAT/ACT Score ________ Activities ________
Honors & Awards ________

1040A--LINE 6E, OR 1040EZ--LINE 4) $__________________ USE THE

Descendant of Korean War
Veteran ________
Community
______
Total _______
MOST
RECENT
TAX Service/Volunteerism
FIGURES AVAILABLE.
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Fathers name and occupation:

Mothers name and occupation:
List brothers and/or sisters and their ages.
NAME
AGE

Please indicate your job or work experiences. List dates from to. List number of hours per
week/month and total hours. List any responsibilities/accomplishments.

In 500 words or less, describe your most significant challenge or accomplishment and explain its value to
your life.

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In 500 words or less, explain your long-range goals for school and career. Describe what specific skills
and personal values you want to foster in yourself to achieve these ends.

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Describe any circumstances that may affect your familys ability to provide for your college education.

Describe any community service /volunteer work in which you have been involved during your high
school career (grades nine through eleven). If your community service/volunteer work was required,
explain why.

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Activities - List the school clubs, teams, and organizations you belonged to or participated in during grades nine
(9) through eleven (11). List the dates you participated (mm/yy), number of hours per week or month, total
hours and accomplishments or honors earned.

List the non-school clubs, teams, and organizations you belonged to or participated in during grades nine (9)
through eleven (11). List the dates you participated (mm/yy), number of hours per week or month, total hours
and accomplishments or honors earned.

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State/National Awards and Honors. List up to five state or national awards/honors you have received. (For
example, All-State Choir, National Merit Semifinalist.)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
School/Local Awards and Honors. List up to five school or local awards/honors you have received. (For
example, DAR Good Citizen Award, 4-H, Scholastic Athlete Award.) The fact that you are submitting this
application presumes that you have participated in a Boys State or Girls State Program. Do not include that
program as a School/Local Award or Honor.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
In 500 words or less, describe what do you like to do for fun and/or enjoyment?

CERTIFICATION
If I am selected as a scholarship winner and in consideration thereof, I understand, agree and hereby grant permission to
The American Legion and Samsung Group to use my likeness and name in announcing and promoting this scholarship
program. I understand and agree that the National Selection Committee is solely responsible for the selection of the
scholarship winners and its decision is final. I have completed the scholarship application and have attached the veterans
verification document. I grant permission to the school of higher education I attend to release information concerning my
enrollment status, academic standing and financial need to The American Legion for use in administering my scholarship
award. In submitting this application, I certify that the information is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
I understand and agree that falsification of information will result in termination of the Samsung American Legion
Scholarship.

_________________________________________
Student Signature

Date _________________

If my child is selected as a scholarship winner and in consideration thereof, I understand, agree and hereby grant
permission to The American Legion and Samsung Group to use my child's likeness and name in announcing and
promoting this scholarship program. I understand and agree that the National Selection Committee is solely responsible
for the selection of the scholarship winners and its decision is final. My child has completed the scholarship application
and has attached the veterans verification document. I grant permission to the school of higher education my child attends
to release information concerning my child's enrollment status, academic standing and financial need to The American
Legion for use in administering my child's scholarship award. In submitting this application, I certify that the information
is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand and agree that falsification of information will result
in termination of the Samsung American Legion Scholarship.

___________________________ Date ________

Parent's Signature
Note: 1. If a legal guardian signs this certification, all personal pronouns shall be deemed to be read as if singular and not plural and 2. A copy of the appointment of
the legal guardian signing must be attached.

Attach to this application documentation showing veteran served on active duty during eligibility
period(s) indicated on front of this application. SUBMIT COMPLETED APPLICATION TO YOUR BOYS/GIRLS
STATE PROGRAM OFFICIALS AS DIRECTED.

The Rules and Conditions under which the scholarships are awarded and the program administered shall be:
1.
Those eligible to apply for the scholarships shall be students who are direct descendants of U.S. wartime veterans who served during one or more of the
periods of war officially designated as such by the United States government: World War I - April 6, 1917 - November 11, 1918; World War II - December 7, 1941 December 31, 1946; Korean War - June 25, 1950 - January 31, 1955; Vietnam War - February 28, 1961 - May 7, 1975; Lebanon and Grenada - August 24, 1982 - July
31, 1984; Panama - December 20, 1989 - January 31, 1990 and Persian Gulf War - August 2, 1990 to cessation of hostilities as determined by the United States
government.
2.
The annual Samsung American Legion Scholarship applicant pool will include one representative from each American Legion Boys State program; one
representative from each American Legion Auxiliary Girls State program; and one high school junior boy and one high school junior girl from the Department of
Hawaii. From this pool of state finalists scholarship recipients will be selected by the National Committee on Education. These scholarship recipients will be known
as Samsung American Legion Scholars.
3.
Samsung American Legion Scholars will have six (6) years to utilize their scholarship funds from the date of graduation from high school, excluding any
time spent on active military duty or church mission. Remaining State Finalists will have two (2) years to utilize their scholarship funds from the date of graduation
from high school, excluding any time spent on active military duty or church mission.
4.
The Samsung American Legion Scholarship is for undergraduate study at an accredited U.S. college or university. The recipients must be enrolled as a fulltime student to request his/her scholarship funds. The number and amount of the scholarship awards will be determined by the income derived from the Samsung
American Legion Scholarship Trust.
5.
The scholarship funds may only be used to defray necessary costs of the students education (i.e. tuition, room & board, books & supplies, fees and
equipment required by the students particular course of study or school). A student may request any amount up to and inclu ding his/her total scholarship award at one
time. The amount of the fund request cannot exceed the cost of education. Students may make only one (1) request for funds per semester or quarter.
6.
Scholarship checks will be issued upon receipt of a Request for Funds form. It is the normal and customary procedure that the scholarship check will be a
two-party check made payable to the student and school. Students who have not requested their award will receive one (1) written notice reminding them of their
award and the time limits remaining to receive their award. State finalists will receive their notice prior to their last year of eligibility. Samsung American Legion
Scholars will receive their notice with two years of eligibility remaining.
7.
Unused scholarship funds will be returned to the scholarship trust fund for future awards.

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Proof of Military Service

Documentation may include, but is not limited to copies of, Department of Defense documents, Department of
the Army documents, Department of the Navy documents, Department of the Air Force documents, Department
of Veterans Affairs documents (federal or state), American Legion documents, Obituaries, and entries in a
family Bible or Holy Scriptures.
The following locations may be of assistance.
Many certificates of discharge prior to 1979 do not appear to be official documents as many were typed onto
a sheet of paper. If you are unsure if it is an official document, please ask your American Legion service officer.
Department Service Officers are listed by state at http://www.legion.org/serviceofficer or download The
American Legion Claims CoachMobile App through Google Play or ITunes App Store.
The National Archives and Records Administration: www.archives.gov/veterans/military-servicerecords/index.html
The County Clerk and Recorders Office where the veteran resided.
The funeral home may have kept a copy if military honors were provided.
Monument company if VA headstone or marker was ordered.
If the veteran had utilized a VA Home Loan there may be a copy of the DD214 with the title documentation.
Veterans who have signed up for EBENEFITS through the Veterans Administration may be able to obtain a
printable copy from https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits-portal/ebenefits.portal
The State Director of Veterans Affairs may have received a copy of the veterans DD214 at the time of discharge
from military service. This will be specific to the state in which the veterans home of record.

Revised October 2014

Stock No. 23-013

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RICHARD L. SHICK
DIRECTOR

TIMOTHY ABOUDARA, SR.

CHIEF COUNSELOR

JAMES ALCORN
ASST. DIRECTOR

WILLIAM DENSON
ASST. CHIEF COUNSELOR

RICHARD KEARNS
CHAIRMAN
BOYS STATE COMMISSION

BARBARA L. DEVAULT
ADMINISTRATOR EMERITUS

JOE VASCO CENOZ

CHIEF COUNSELOR EMERITUS

EDWARD DENSON
ASST. ADMINISTRATOR

May 1, 2015
Dear Parents;
Congratulations! Your son has been earned the high honor of being selected to represent his school
by attending the 2015 Session of The American Legion California Boys State. Your son, along with
1000 other outstanding young leaders of our state, has been chosen on the basis of his academic
achievements, character, citizenship and leadership.
The 2015 Session of The American Legion California Boys State will be held on the campus of
California State University, Sacramento. The delegates will be housed in modern air-conditioned
dormitories and meals will be served in the Dining Commons. We will also be using a wide array of the
facilities that the campus has to offer, including the athletic fields. Our outstanding high school
leaders deserve the best and we look forward to delivering to them a rewarding educational program in
this ideal collegiate setting.
The primary purpose of Boys State is to create better citizens by making the delegates aware of their
responsibilities and obligations in the operation of good government. With most delegates reaching
voting age before the end of 2016, we, in The American Legion, feel your son needs a better insight
into our government and the importance of being a participating citizen. He will receive that at
California Boys State 2015. Our goal is to have him walk away from the week with a greater respect for
those who hold public office and learn that positive changes can be made without revolution or
violence.
By reviewing this packet of information, you will gain a better insight into our program. The following
facts may help to answer some of the questions you may have.
1. All expenses are paid through the sponsorship provided by your local American Legion Post or
other co-sponsoring organization. Each individual, however, will be responsible for any
personal expenses (i.e. purchases from campus vending machines, the Hornet (Campus)
Bookstore, Boys State pictures, etc.) and any damages they may be caused to California State
University, Sacramento property.
2. Adult supervision is provided by a dedicated counseling staff comprised of teachers, attorneys,
public safety professionals and other business professionals who donate their time to deliver
this program.
3. Boys State is not a week long classroom session. The delegates will learn by doing. By
governing themselves, they will truly learn how our system of governing works by experiencing
it. The staff is present to assist and facilitate, but the delegates really do the work.
4. The delegates will elect officials of the city and county where they live (dorm) and as well as all
of the Constitutional Officers of the State and the State Legislature. They will enact laws and
enforce them (through the judicial system) via duly appointed and elected officials from
amongst the delegates themselves.

5. If a law is violated, trials are held and Boys State attorneys handle the case in duly constituted
Boys State Superior Courts, District Courts of Appeal and the Boys State Supreme Court.
6. One of the weeks highlights is the inauguration of the Boys State Governor, the other seven
Constitutional Officers, the Boys State Supreme Court and the Boys State Legislature (Senate
and Assembly). Quite often, the California Governor or other State Constitutional Officers attend
the Inaugural Program and assist in administering the Oath of Office to the newly elected Boys
State officers. Following the Inaugural Program, the delegates visit the State Capitol where the
delegates get the opportunity to visit the Assembly Member and Senator (and/or a senior
member from their staff) from their home District.
7. The program is not all work! We offer an athletic program that offers competition in 3 team
and 2 individual sports. Additionally, each evening a different program is offered from the
Opening Night Program, to Political Party Rallies, to Career and Education Opportunities Night,
to the Jamboree and the Closing Program. These events are coordinated by Director Richard
Shick and Chief Counselor Tim Aboudara, Sr.
8. The local American Legion Post has made a large investment to make it possible for your son to
attend California Boys State. The fees the Post has paid cannot be refunded. It is your
responsibility to insure that your son will be on time for the scheduled transportation
arrangements to get to California State University, Sacramento. If you are bringing him to the
campus, he must arrive before 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 20 and remain until at least 11:00
p.m. on Friday, June 26. If your son cannot make this time commitment, please contact your
sponsoring Post so that another delegate can be selected.
Every precaution is taken to avoid accidents and sickness at California Boys State. In addition,
delegates and counselors who do not already have group accident/medical insurance are covered by a
group policy underwritten by Sentry Insurance Company. The Sentry policy issued to The American
Legion California Boys State is excess coverage above and beyond any other valid and collectible
insurance coverage. (This exclusion does not apply to individual accident and insurance policies.)
Should an unforeseen need arise for this insurance program, more detailed information will be
provided to you at that time by The American Legion.
On behalf of our Department Commander, Janet Wilson, please again accept our congratulations on
your sons selection to attend this once in a lifetime program.
Sincerely,

Richard Kearns, Chairman

California Boys State Commission

RICHARD L. SHICK
DIRECTOR

TIMOTHY ABOUDARA, SR.

CHIEF COUNSELOR

JAMES ALCORN
ASST. DIRECTOR

WILLIAM DENSON
ASST. CHIEF COUNSELOR

RICHARD KEARNS
CHAIRMAN
BOYS STATE COMMISSION

BARBARA L. DEVAULT
ADMINISTRATOR EMERITUS

JOE VASCO CENOZ

CHIEF COUNSELOR EMERITUS

EDWARD DENSON
ASST. ADMINISTRATOR

A MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF COUNSELOR TO ALL BOYS STATE DELEGATES

Dear 2015 Boys State Delegate;
On behalf of the entire Staff of Counselors, I would like to congratulate you on being selected to attend the
2015 Session of The American Legion California Boys State. To get the most out of the program, you should
participate fully in as many of the varied activities as possible. This preliminary information is being provided to
you so that you will have some idea of the many opportunities that await you.
The American Legion California Boys State program is designed to provide you with the ultimate learning
experience about how our system of government works. It is truly a learning by doing week. By day 5 of the
program, you will have participated in setting up a fully functional government at the city, county and state
level. You will participate in four elections in establishing the government based on the California Constitution.
In all, there are over 330 elected positions at The American Legion California Boys State that include:
City:
City Councilmen, City Clerk, City Treasurer and Superior Court Judge
County:Members of the Board of Supervisors, County Clerk, County Treasurer, Treasurer/Auditor
Tax Collector/Assessor, Justices of the District Court of Appeal, District Attorney, Sheriff,
Superintendent of Public Instructor and County Coroner/Public Administrator
State: Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Controller, Treasurer, Insurance
Commissioner, Attorney General, State Superintend3nt of Public Instruction, Supreme Court
Justices and a full State Senate and Assembly
The City and County offices are all non-partisan. The political party process begins on Sunday evening. All of
the State offices, except Supreme Court Justice and Superintendant of Public Instruction, are partisan. At the
first political party rally, the Party Chairman and Party Secretary will be chosen. Delegates who compete for the
party offices are not eligible to run for the major state offices.
The two political parties are Whigs and Federalists. Because each of these parties forms its own platform and
incorporate issues acceptable to the majority of the members of the party and due to the shortness of time, we
do not allow the forming of minority parties. By limiting the program to two parties, we can do a better job of
teaching the operation of the political party system.
We encourage you to run for one of the many offices listed above. We also want to inform you that no
campaigning is permitted prior to your arrival at Boys State. This includes soliciting the promise of support of
other delegates. You may not bring any type of campaigning material. Supplies for this purpose will be
available to you after you arrive at Boys State. Your City Counselor will provide you with all of the information
you need after your arrival. Violation of these rules may deprive you of holding the office you may seek.
Delegates produce a daily newspaper at Boys State. If you are planning on working on the newspaper and
have a laptop computer, you are welcome to bring it with you. Internet access will not be available to
Delegates while they are at Boys State. Unless you are planning to join the newspaper staff, we

strongly discourage you from bringing a computer. The newspaper staff will be chosen Saturday afternoon
following the Bar Exam.
Any delegate intending to practice law or who plans to run for a Legal office (District Attorney, Superior Court
Judge, appointed City Attorney, Appeals Court Justice, Attorney General and Supreme Court Justice) must
pass the Bar Exam. The Bar Exam will be administered at 3:15 p.m. on Saturday, June 20th. The results will
be available prior to the filing of nomination petitions for City offices on Saturday evening. The Bar Exam is
based on information you have received in your classes in school as well as the Boys State Manual of
Government which is available to download from the The American Legion California Boys State Homepage
(www.boysstatecalifornia.org). Below are some sample questions from previous Boys State Bar Examinations:
1. What is the supreme law of the land?
2. What are the three branches of government?
3. Is it possible to amend the U.S. Constitution by plebiscite?
4. How many amendments have been added to the U.S. Constitution?
5. When and how did California become a state?
6. When was the present California Constitution adopted?
7. How many amendments have been added to the California Constitution?
8. What is an ex post facto law?
9. Which state official represents the state in court?
10. What is the difference between a civil and criminal suit?
11. What are the duties of a Grand Jury?
12. What are the duties of a Coroners Jury?
13. At a trial, does a jury decide the points of fact or the points of law?
14. Explain: acquittal, judgment, subpoena, warrant, recognizance, recidivist
15. True or false: A bailiff is one who does not report for trial and forfeits bail.
16. Define: felony, misdemeanor and indictment
Boys State delegates are welcome to visit the Campus Bookstore and tour the campus. Delegates may not
use any item purchased at the Hornet Bookstore for any type of Boys State campaign. Touring the campus
and visiting the Bookstore is not permitted during scheduled Boys State activities.
In this package you will find information about City Pictures, City T-shirts California Boys State gym shorts and
the opportunity to join the California Boys State Alumni Association. Please look through this information and
consider planning on purchasing a City picture and joining the Alumni Association.
We hope this preliminary information is useful as you prepare to join us at the 2015 Session of California Boys
State. I look forward to seeing you in Sacramento.
Sincerely,

Timothy D. Aboudara, Sr.

Chief Counselor

THE AMERICAN LEGION CALIFORNIA BOYS STATE

WHAT TO BRING AND OTHER INFORMATION
The American Legion California Boys State will be held at California State University, Sacramento, 6000 J
Street, Sacramento, CA 95819 from June 20 to June 27, 2015.
The following information is an outline of what to bring and pertinent information relating to this
years program:
Arrival-If you are arriving by bus, you will be arriving between 6:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. on Saturday,
June 20. If you are arriving by private vehicle, please plan to arrive no later than 10:00 a.m. Upon arrival,
report to the Check-in area for registration and presentation of credentials. At that time, you will receive
your room assignment and keys. Please be sure that you have your registration forms and Medical
Certificate. Please do not place them in your luggage; you will need them immediately upon arrival.
Private Vehicles-The American Legion California Boys State does not allow any delegate to bring their
own vehicle to the program. Any delegate not arriving via bus transportation provided by their American
Legion District must be dropped off no later than 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, June 20, and picked up no
earlier than 11:00 p.m. on Friday, June 26 and no later than 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 27 by a parent or
legal guardian.
What to bring-Each delegate should bring everything that they need for a 6 or 7 night stay away from
home. This includes sufficient clothes, underwear, shoes, swimsuit, toiletries and any athletic equipment
they may want to bring (i.e., tennis racket, baseball glove, etc.) The dress for the week is casual: shorts, tshirts and shoes or sandals are fine. You will be housed in the dormitories. Linens, towels and pillows
are not provided. Please bring your own towels, sleeping bag or linens for a twin size bed and a
pillow. For the trip to the Capitol, the delegates will need slacks and appropriate shoes. Dress
shirts and ties are not required as the delegates will wear their Boys State polo shirts for the visit to
the Capitol. Letterman Jackets and Sweaters are not allowed. Delegates may bring cellular
telephones as the number of public (pay) telephones on the campus is very limited. We strongly
discourage delegates from bringing laptop computers as there will be no Internet access. The only
exception to the laptop recommendation is if a delegate is planning to work on the Boys State
Newspaper.
How much money should a delegate bring? This is an individual decision. There are vending machines
in each dormitory which are kept stocked. At certain times, the delegates will have access to the Student
Store (University Bookstore). Boys State also maintains a small store where additional Boys State Polo
Shirts may be purchased along with Boys State Caps, Boys State City T-shirts, Boys State gym shorts,
stamps and some snacks and beverages. Delegates will also have the opportunity to purchase a picture of
their Boys State City (information enclosed) for $5.00, a Boys State Cap (information enclosed) for $15.00
and they may also join The American Legion California Boys State Alumni Association (information
enclosed) for $20.00.
Boys State Band-One of the highlights of the Program is the Boys State Band. If you play an instrument,
please bring it with you. (If you play the drums, please bring your drumsticks, drums will be provided.)The
Band performs at most of the evening assemblies. Rehearsals are scheduled at times that do not conflict
with other activities. Over the last several years, the size of the band has been 50 musicians or more.

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Medical Services-California Boys State maintains a fully equipped First Aid Station 24 hours a day.
Nurses are available at all times and a hospital is located nearby, if required.
Recreation-An organized recreation period is provided under proper leadership each day from
approximately 4:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. There is sports competition in 7 sports (organized by Boys State
City): touch football, softball, volleyball, basketball, table tennis, billiards and tennis. This time can also be
used for other fun activities.
Religious Services-Optional Catholic and Non-Denominational Christian services will be held on Sunday
morning and Jewish services on Friday evening. Space and time will be made available for other religious
denominations if there are a sufficient number of requests.
Visitors-Parents and family are welcome to visit the delegates during their stay at The American Legion
California Boys State. Delegates are not allowed to leave the campus. We ask that visits be limited to the
recreation period (4:15 p.m.-6:15 p.m.) Visitors are also welcome at the Opening Program on Saturday
evening, the Tuesday night program, the Inaugural Program on Thursday morning, the Jamboree on
Thursday evening and the Closing Program on Friday evening. Visitors should check in at the Chief
Counselors Office or the Administrators office in Desmond Hall (in the dorm complex).
Early Departure-Delegates who leave The American Legion California Boys State prior to 11:00 p.m. on
Friday, June 26, will be deemed to have not completed the program. Boys State is a very full week and we
ask that delegates plan in advance so that they remain until after their last City meeting (following the
Closing Program) on Friday evening. Delegates leaving by private vehicle on Friday evening must check
out at the check out desk in front of Desmond Hall.
Campaign Materials and Literature-One of the basic foundations of the Boys State Program is that every
delegate has an equal opportunity to achieve whatever they wish to achieve. Please do not bring any
campaign material with you to the program. If you are planning on running for an elective office,
sufficient campaign material will be furnished at Boys State to enable you to make all necessary campaign
signs, etc.

RICHARD L. SHICK
DIRECTOR

TIMOTHY ABOUDARA, SR.

CHIEF COUNSELOR

JAMES ALCORN
ASST. DIRECTOR

WILLIAM DENSON
ASST. CHIEF COUNSELOR

RICHARD KEARNS
CHAIRMAN
BOYS STATE COMMISSION

BARBARA L. DEVAULT
ADMINISTRATOR EMERITUS

JOE VASCO CENOZ

CHIEF COUNSELOR EMERITUS

EDWARD DENSON
ASST. ADMINISTRATOR

Information Regarding the Trip to the State Capitol

On Thursday, June 25, The American Legion California Boys State will visit the State Capitol. The Boys
State Staff will be working with the Office of the Speaker of the Assembly and the Office of the
President Pro Tem of the Senate to coordinate a time for all of the delegates from their respective
Assembly and Senate District to visit their Members at the same time to minimize the impact on their
respective schedules. Your City Counselor will inform you prior to the time we depart for the Capitol
when you are scheduled to go to your Senators and Assembly Members offices.
Please do not contact your Assembly Member or Senators Office to schedule a time to meet your
respective Member while we are at the Capitol. This will only cause unnecessary confusion to the
Capitol Staff.
As a reminder, please bring a pair of slacks and dress shoes for this visit. You will be wearing your
Boys State polo shirt, so it is not necessary to bring a dress shirt and/or tie.
If you are unsure of who your Senator and or Assembly Member is, you can go to www.senate.ca.gov
for assistance in locating your Senators name and www.assembly.gov to your Assembly Members
name.

BOYS STATE CITY PICTURES

On Sunday, June 21, group pictures will be taken of each Boys State City. The City picture is a
terrific remembrance of your Boys State experience.
The color photos are 8 x 10. They must be ordered and payment received by 5:00 p.m. on
Monday, June 22. Payment will be made to your City Treasurer.
The price for the City Picture is $5.00.
You will receive your photo before returning home.

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CALIFORNIA BOYS STATE BAND AND JAMBOREE (TALENT SHOW) INFORMATION

Two of the highlights of The American Legion California Boys State Program are the Band and the Jamboree.
Please find below information on both if you are interested in participating.
BAND: Each year the Boys State Band plays an integral part in enhancing the weeks activities. The Band
performs at the Opening Program, during the political party rallies, the Inaugural Program and the Closing
Program.
If you play an instrument and would like to be a part of the band, please bring your instrument with you. (If you
play the drums, please do not bring them with you. We will have a set of drums for the band to use.) The first
meeting of the band will be held after the Bar Exam on Saturday afternoon.
st

If you intend to play in the band, please complete the form below and mail by June 1 .
JAMBOREE: One of the other highlights of the Boys State Program is the Jamboree held on Thursday evening.
This is a talent show put on by the Boys State Delegates. You should prepare your act before coming to
Sacramento. If you need a musical instrument, you must bring it with you.
Your City Counselor will let you know when you are to meet with the Music Counselor regarding your musical
number or act.
This show is always a great event. Plan on being a part of it!
If you have experience working back stage, (Stage Manager, lights, sound system, etc.) or being a Master of
Ceremonies, you will be able to sign up after you arrive at Boys State.
BOYS STATE BAND SIGN-UP
Please complete the information and mail to:
Barbara DeVault
6920 9th Avenue
Rio Linda, CA 95673-2415
Please mail no later than June 1, 2015

Name:________________________________________________________________
Address:______________________________________City:__________Zip:_______
School:_______________________________ email:__________________________________
Instrument:_____________________________________________________________
Position in your School Band:_______________________

Part:_____________________

THE AMERICAN LEGIOIN CALIFORNIA BOYS STATE FOUNDATION

ALUMNI ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP
The American Legion California Boys State Foundation has established an
Alumni Associate membership within its organization. The purpose is to
support the ongoing efforts of The California Boys State Program. Those
eligible for membership are Boys State Delegates who have graduated from
the program, staff members and others who demonstrated support for the
program.
MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES:
1. DELEGATE-Any Boys State Delegate who attended and graduated from
the California Boys State Program.
2. STAFF-Any person who served as a counselor at the California Boys
State Program.
3. SUPPORTER-Any person who served as a Boys State Commission
member, Boys State Commission Advisor, District Chairman, Post
Chairman or who served on the selection panel for Boys State
Delegates.

MEMBERSHIP DONATION
A minimum donation of $20.00 is required to be submitted along with the
completed Membership Application. The donation is tax deductible from your
California State Income Tax under Section 23701 (d) of the California Revenue
and Taxation Code and from Federal Income Tax under Section 501 c (3) of the
Internal Revenue Code.
A Membership Application will be available from your City Counselor. We ask
that you complete the application as soon as possible upon arrival at The
American Legion California Boys State and return it to your City Counselor
with your cash or check donation. An Alumni Pin and wallet size membership
card will be issued upon receipt of the Membership Application and donation.
A membership roster is maintained and periodic newsletters are sent to
Alumni Associates to keep them informed of Foundation and Alumni
Association activities.
As a delegate to the 2015 Session of California Boys State, you are eligible to
become an Alumni Associate member. If you wish to join, application forms
will be available upon your arrival at Boys State. It is recommended that you
bring a check in the amount of your donation made payable to: The American
Legion California Boys State Foundation. Please consider joining to help
support future delegates to this great program.

American Legion
California Boys State
City T-Shirts

For sale thru City Counselor

Cost is $15

Gildan 100% Cotton 5.3oz

Available in 4 sizes:

MD-LG-XL-XX
VERY limited XX available

Proceeds to benefit
the American Legion
Boys State Foundation

23 variations by city

Available in 5 colors (shown)

customized by city assignment

name of city on right chest
Boys State logo on left chest
dependent on dormitory
assignment

VERY limited quantity

first come, first served

Proceeds

American Legion
California Boys State
Athletic Shorts
C2 Sport Performance Shorts
9 inch inseam
Available in only ONE color
BLACK

VERY limited quantity avail

100 for 1000+ delegates
first come, first served

Available in 5 sizes
SM-MD-LG-XL-XX
very limited SM and XX

Logo sample at right --------->

monochrome white print

For sale in SUPPLY STORE

Cost is $20
Proceeds to benefit the American Legion Boys State Foundation

RICHARD L. SHICK
DIRECTOR

TIMOTHY ABOUDARA, SR.

CHIEF COUNSELOR

JAMES ALCORN
ASST. DIRECTOR

WILLIAM DENSON
ASST. CHIEF COUNSELOR

RICHARD KEARNS
CHAIRMAN
BOYS STATE COMMISSION

BARBARA L. DEVAULT
ADMINISTRATOR EMERITUS

JOE VASCO CENOZ

CHIEF COUNSELOR EMERITUS

EDWARD DENSON
ASST. ADMINISTRATOR

Follow the 78th Session of The American Legion California Boys State!
There are many ways to follow and interact with this years session of The American Legion
California Boys State.
Our Website: This year, we are planning on posting the Boys Stater-the Boys State Newspaper
on our website. In addition, we plan to post at least one daily feature and pictures of some
of the events taking place over the course of the week. The website address is:
www.boysstatecalifornia.org.
Facebook: Follow us on Facebook and be sure to Like us.
www.facebook.com/CaliforniaBoysState
Twitter/Instagram: @CABoysState
YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/CABoysState