Session Information
Congratulations on registering to attend the 2024 New Mexico American Legion Boys State and American Legion Auxiliary Girls State Program!
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We look forward to seeing you at the ENMU campus in Portales, NM from
Sunday, June 2 - Friday, June 7.
Check-in is Sunday, June 2 from 10 pm - 1 pm in the Eddy Hall dorm.
Check-out is Friday, June 7 from 11 am - 1 pm.
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We hope this 6 days of intensive hands on learning will be a once in a lifetime experience you will remember forever.
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On this page you'll find answers to all your questions as you prepare to attend NM Boys/Girls State.
del·e·gate
noun
/ˈdeləɡət/
a person sent or authorized to represent others, in particular an elected representative sent to a conference.
Check-In Items
Turn in your paperwork one of three ways:
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Email your paperwork by May 29 to: director@alanmgirlsstate.org
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Mail your paperwork by May 20 to: ALA Dept of NM 1215 Mountain Rd. NE, ABQ, NM 87102
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Bring to check-in Sunday, June 2.
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All items listed are required at the latest by check-in Sunday, June 2.
Required
Optional
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Albuquerque Area Bus RSVP
(Pickup also available in Moriarty & Santa Rosa)
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NM Boys State Scholarships
Eligible to NM Boys State Attendees Only
Delegates can check the status of their paperwork submissions by logging in and and selecting "Registration Status" from your account options at the top right of the screen.
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For any questions on paperwork, attendance, or any other concerns please reach out to the following emails
American Legion Boys State
American Legion Auxiliary Girls State
Don't forget
your photo id!
In addition to the session documents above, all students must bring a photo id with them to check-in. This can be a state issued id, military id, or school id.
What can you expect during the week?
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Government Officials
City, County, State Elected & Appointed Positions
College Credit Info
Attendees of New Mexico Boys/Girls State are eligible to receive 3 college credit hours from Eastern New Mexico University. These credits are fully transferable and offered at no cost to attendees of NM Boys/Girls State. A presentation from an ENMU representative will be given during session to answer any questions students may have on the credit hours, college life, ENMU or any other post graduation topics.
Requirements to earn credits include:
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Participate in and complete the entire New Mexico American Legion Boys State and American Legion Auxiliary Girls State session.
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Complete the Legislation Project.
Course Details: EDF 268 Education and the Political Process
Transcripts, credit details or transfer information is available through the ENMU registrars office following session.