American Legion Auxiliary Green Mountain Girls State

Emilie Begin and Athena Hendrick

                            What is the Best Part of Girls State?

On the second day of Girls State, we went around and asked members what they thought is the best part of girl state so far.  

Here are our responses:

Athena H: “Meeting people with different backgrounds who have similar passions.”

Emilie B: “All of the opportunities to try new things, meet new people, and really make the most of this experience.”

Jaclyn C: “Meeting other girls from all over the state and making connections.”

Maeve S: “The College panel because it was really helpful and statewide activities.”

Kenna H: “Interacting with counselors and participating in statewide activities.”

Molly E: “I think that campaigning is an enrichment opportunity that nobody should pass up.”

Kaeleigh B: “I love the aspect of campaigning in a more fun atmosphere rather than the intense real world.”

Sydney S: “Meeting other people with similar interests.”

Isabella M: “I like the political parties, even though I haven’t had the opportunity yet to debate any issues. I’m excited for that.”

May H: “Meeting a whole bunch of people and crying about being elected into the position I wanted.”

Sophie L: “Meeting new people and seeing old friends.”

Madalyn S: “The college panel was very helpful.”

Claire W: “Being encouraged to put myself out there.”

Maria B: “Making posters and bonding with my awesome awesome awesome roommate.”

Skyler W: “Getting to watch the flag raising ceremonies everyday which puts into perspective what a beautiful and powerful symbol the American flag is for so many people in our country.”

Lizzie P: “Seeing how the ALA (American Legion Auxiliary) works.”

Abbie P: “Coming together, bonding with people and playing games.”

Erica G: “Having a cool roommate and the tiny town meetings, because they allow us to do things in a small group.”

Brooke O: “The community.”

Sunny I: “The state wide activities, because it’s fun seeing everyone.”