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The American Legion Auxiliary Department of Ohio announces the positions held by Delegate to the 69th annual session of Buckeye Girls State which took place June 14-20th at the University of Mount Union, Alliance, Ohio. Eligibility is based on completion of junior year in high school, interest in government and current events, strong leadership abilities and above average scholastic standings.
The young ladies sponsored by American Legion Auxiliary Colonel Crawford Unit 181, Bucyrus, Ohio held the following positions at Buckeye Girls State:
Emily Elchert, Bucyrus High School – County Commissioner
Claire Miller, Bucyrus High School – State Senator
Bridget Kohls, Colonel Crawford High School – State Senator
Jennifer Brown, Wynford High School –City Councilman
Erika Alspach, Pioneer CTC, Bucyrus High School – Board of Elections Member and City Reporter
Heather Flanningan, Pioneer CTC, Colonel Crawford High School – Board of Elections and City Police Chief
Grace Henige, Ontario High School – City Treasurer
Radhika Patel, Clear Fork High School – City School Board Member
At Buckeye Girls State the delegates learn about local, county and state government function and operation. The students were divided into two political parties to gain knowledge of how the two party system in our country works. Activities include legislative sessions, campaigning, party rallies, debating and voting.