FHS Girls Attend Girls State

Three Franklin High School girls  attended Girls State with the support the the local American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary.  Lorelai Eidswick is at the center of the photo. The other students not identified by name. (Image courtesy of American Legion, Franklin)

American Legion Auxiliary  Girls State/Girls Nation are non-partisan civics programs aimed at providing students, who are currently completing or have just completed their junior year in high school, with an intensive week of studying responsible citizenship, government, and leadership through experiential learning. 

Attendees spend the week self-governing their model municipalities by electing officials, debating bills, and solving community issues. At the end of the program, ALA GS aims to have citizens leave with a better understanding of local and state government. Those that participate in the program should feel prepared to become an active citizen within their communities.