Press release

The American Legion Auxiliary Department of Ohio announces the positions held by Delegate to the 70th annual session of Buckeye Girls State which took place June 12-18th 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:

  • Rachel Bell, Pioneer CTC, Bucyrus High School – Mayor
  • Hannah Zeigler, Pioneer CTC, Wynford High School – City School Board Member
  • Kaitlyn Bilsing, Colonel Crawford High School – City Board of Health
  • Emily Kemper, Colonel Crawford High School –City Councilman
  • Mackenzie Kent, Wynford High School — City Councilman
  • Abigail Judson, Ontario High School – State Board of Education

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.