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Session Policies Please review these American Legion Auxiliary New Mexico Girls State Policies. While at ALA NM Girls State all attendees must abide by these rules. Respecting Fellow Delegates As future leaders of our community, delegates are required to show a high degree of respect for all individuals at ALA New Mexico Girls State at all times; this includes volunteers, other delegates, and ENMU staff. If any issues of decorum occur, a conversation will be held between the ALA New Mexico Girls State Director, Girls State delegate, and any other individuals involved to decide on the best course of action for the circumstance. Fraternization Policy ALANMG participants are encouraged to develop and maintain professional relationships and friendships, so long as these relationships do not interfere with the effective functioning of the ALANMGS program. Romantic relationships of any kind are not permitted. Failure to comply with this fraternization policy will result in termination from the program, loss of college credit eligibility, and parent/guardian will be required to pick up their participant at their own expense. Smoking/Vaping American Legion Auxiliary New Mexico Girls State follows the standard smoking/vaping laws. Anyone under the age of 18 is not permitted to smoke/vape at any time while at the ALA NM Girls State session. Anyone found smoking/vaping will immediately be sent home at the cost of the delegate's parents for travel. Drug/Alcohol Policy The use, possession, solicitation, or sale of alcohol or narcotics is prohibited during the ALANMGS program. Prescription medication must be disclosed to ALANMGS medical staff at the beginning of session. Marijuana, including medical prescription, is prohibited during session. Failure to comply with this drug/alcohol policy will result in termination from the program, loss of college credit eligibility, and parent/guardian will be required to pick up their participant at their own expense. Driving Delegates are not permitted to drive while at the ALA NM Girls State session. While we try to provide travel when available we understand some delegates need to drive themselves to Portales. Any delegates that drive themselves to ALA NM Girls State session will be required to turn in their keys at registration on Sunday. Keys will be kept in the ALA NM Girls State office and can be collected on Friday for their return home. Cell Phone The use of cell phones during session are limited to accessing the daily agenda, and for speeches during campaigning. Cell phones are not permitted during any meetings in classrooms or auditorium for use other than previously specified. Delegates are permitted to use their phones socially when in the dorms, during meals or recreation time. ​ If a delegate is found using their phone during meetings it will be taken away and kept in the office until the next approved phone use time when the delegate can have it back. If the delegate is found using their phone a second time the phone will be kept for a full 24-hour period. A delegate found using their phone a third time will have their phone taken away for the remainder of the week. The delegate can then collect their phone on Friday before returning home. Positive Campaigning While friendly rivalry between parties exists at ALA NM Girls State, negative campaigning against individuals running for office will not be allowed. All campaigns should focus on each individuals positive attributes and qualifications for office. This positive campaigning should also continue through whistle stop interviews and the interactions of each ALA NM Girls State member and their perspective candidates. This includes defacing or removing of campaign material. Pre Made Campaign Material Pre Made Campaign Material will not be allowed at ALA NM Girls State. To keep all candidates on an even playing field delegates can only create campaign materials onsite during the ALA NM Girls State session. Printed pictures are considered pre made campaign material. Delegates are welcome to bring poster board, markers, tape, and other sign making items to create campaign materials on site. Creative materials such as chalk on sidewalks are allowed for campaigning but at no time should these items be destructive to the ENMU facilities or any other candidate's campaign material. All campaign material must be cleaned immediately following the election results announcements, this includes chalk on sidewalks, posted signs, etc. Electronic Campaigning Delegates are welcome and encouraged to get creative and utilize electronic means of campaigning such as social media. All electronic campaigning must be created during session. Printing of any graphics created is not permitted. Campaign Material Delegates are welcome to bring poster board, markers, tape, and other sign making items to create campaign materials on site. Creative materials such as chalk on sidewalks are allowed for campaigning but at no time should these items be destructive to the ENMU facilities or any other candidate's campaign material. All campaign material must be cleaned immediately following the election results announcements, this includes chalk on sidewalks, posted signs, etc. Banned Materials: Glitter Pre Printed/Pre Made Items Photos Candy (as a campaign tool) Suggested Materials: Poster Board Construction Paper Markers Tape Cell Phone

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Session Information Congratulations on registering to attend the 2024 New Mexico American Legion Boys State and American Legion Auxiliary Girls State Program! ​ 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. ​ We hope this 6 days of intensive hands on learning will be a once in a lifetime experience you will remember forever. ​ On this page you'll find answers to all your questions as you prepare to attend NM Boys/Girls State. What's needed for check-in? What should I pack? What can I expect during the week? Did somebody say college credits? Will there be pictures? Haven't started or need to complete your online registration for NM Boys/Girls State? Get Registered 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 Check-In Items Turn in your paperwork one of three ways: Email your paperwork by May 29 to: director@alanmgirlsstate.org Mail your paperwork by May 20 to: ALA Dept of NM 1215 Mountain Rd. NE, ABQ, NM 87102 Bring to check-in Sunday, June 2. ​ ​ All items listed are required at the latest by check-in Sunday, June 2. Required Medical Form Young Men ​ Young Women Transportation Form Photo Release Legislation Project Code of Conduct/Rules Waiver Form Optional Samsung American Legion Scholarship Albuquerque Area Bus RSVP (Pickup also available in Moriarty & Santa Rosa) ​ NM Boys State Scholarships Eligible to NM Boys State Attendees Only Scholarship Forms 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. ​ For any questions on paperwork, attendance, or any other concerns please reach out to the following emails American Legion Boys State admin@nmlegion.org American Legion Auxiliary Girls State director@alanmgirlsstate.org 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 should you bring? Packing List Dress Code Packing List Expectations What can you expect during the week? Community Service Project ENMU Map Government Officials City, County, State Elected & Appointed Positions ALA Girls Nation/AL Boys Nation Canteen 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: Participate in and complete the entire New Mexico American Legion Boys State and American Legion Auxiliary Girls State session. 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. College Credits Pictures See More of what's happening at NM Boys/Girls State Social media, our online gallery, news center, and archives from session. See More of NM Boys/Girls State

1996 Session Governor Christy Barber ​ Director Rita Navarrete Hosted at: ENMU (Portales) wix link Download View Yearbook

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2014 Session Cedar City Spruce City Pine City Cactus City

1970 Session Governor Marie Amerman Lt. Governor Alexandra Glowacki Director Aweida Davidson Hosted at: Highlands (Las Vegas) wix link Download View Yearbook

1973 Session Governor Nora Carter Lt. Governor Karen Kesselman Director Dr. Patricia Skarda Hosted at: Highlands (Las Vegas) wix link Download View Yearbook

1964 Session Governor Patsy Madrid Lt. Governor Barbara Levin Director Nan Genta Hosted at: University of New Mexico wix link Download View Yearbook

1986 Session Governor Jassmine Safier ​ Director Beverly Averitt Hosted at: NM Military Institute (Roswell) wix link Download View Yearbook

Packing List Here is a recommended packing list to use as you prepare for session. During check-in delegates are assigned a city, county, and party. Students from the same school are divided into different cities and will have the opportunity to get to know other students around the state. Delegates will be staying two to a room in ENMU dorms with twin beds, desks and a sink. Bathroom facilities are communal and shared between two rooms. No linens (sheets, towels, pillows, etc) are provided with the rooms so students need to come prepared for this week of dorm life along with the proper clothing for the week listed on our dress code page. ​ Students are provided meals by the ENMU cafeteria and additionally each city receives snacks to enjoy during the week. Students can purchase additional snacks from the ALANMGS Store located in the lobby of the dorm, open during recreation times and evening dorm times. In addition students can purchase coffee beverages from the ENMU snack bar located in the meeting building during morning hours. Students are not allowed to pickup or have any additional items delivered to them while at ALANMGS. If a student forgets an item they can check our ALANMGS store that has some personal items along with snacks. If a parent needs to have something delivered to a student during session please contact our Director at director@alanmgirlsstate.org to discuss and make arrangements. Check-In Items All items listed are required at the latest by check-in Sunday, June 11. See details on deadlines and how to turn in your paperwork at the Be Prepared page. Required Medical Form Transportation Form Waiver Form Media Release Legislation Project Optional Samsung American Legion Scholarship 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. Personal Items Personal Care Items Toothbrush/toothpaste Hair dryer, Curlers, Brush, etc Sanitary supplies Other toiletry articles Bedding Twin sheets Pillow/pillowcase Blanket or sleeping bag Shower Items Towels/washcloths Shower Shoes/Flip Flops (Rubber Soled) Robe – Showers are community dorm style Bath Soap, Shampoo, etc. Hangers (there are none in dorms) Clothing See the Dress Code for a full guide of approved clothes for the week and the Schedule at a Glance for reference on the specific dress code each day. There will be no opportunity for laundry during the week so please pack accordingly. Make sure that you have: Comfortable shoes, you will be doing a lot of walking A week’s supply of underclothes/clothes Light Jacket or Sweater – Nights and some of the meeting rooms can get cold Nightwear – gown, pj or nightshirts and robe (delegates gather nightly for reflections and to hang out) Day wear – Please see the Dress Code for a break down of what is acceptable. Most meetings will be Business Casual to Business Dress. This includes, khakis/dress slacks/skirts/dresses and polos/blouse. We will occasionally have jeans allowed for activities and those will be marked in the program and announced. Recreation time will have sports and activities available if you wish to participate so bring appropriate clothing. A White Blouse & Black/Navy Blue Pant/Skirt required for your City’s assigned Flag ceremony, one time during the week. In addition volunteers will be called for the week to perform flag raising and lowering each day, this honor guard is required to wear White Blouse & Black/Navy Blue Pant/Skirt to perform these duties, two times a day all week. There will be opportunities for volunteers and the presenting city to change clothes if items are brought with them to meeting. Dressy Dress will be appropriate for the Inaugural Banquet. Great time to wear your prom dress again. Delegates will be participating in party rallies on Wednesday. At this time all party members are encouraged to wear their party colors (blue or yellow) or clothing appropriate to their party theme. Delegates will be assigned their party at registration so all delegates are encouraged to bring clothing in both blue and yellow so they are prepared. During this activity dress code is relaxed for t-shirts and costumes with time given after the rallies for delegates to change if necessary. You will want to be comfortable, but you will also want to look your best for campaigning and for performing as Government Officials. We request you look your best when in scheduled meetings, particularly when we have guest speakers. Suggested Items Alarm clock Small radio Kleenex tissue Bag - A bag is provided at check-in but if you would prefer your own please bring it. We spend most of the day away from the dorms with limited opportunity to return before the evenings. It is helpful to have a bag to carry items you may need during the week like paperwork, pen, notebook for writing, etc. Campaign Material – this can be anything you may need to campaign as long as nothing is prepared ahead of your arrival at ALA NM Girls State. Please see the Session Policies page for further details. Pens/Markers Tape Colored Paper ​ Cell Phone (make sure to read the Cell Phone policy ) Money for ALANMGS Store or ENMU Coffee Shop

1963 Session Governor Kitty Kilorin Lt. Governor Linda Fry Director Alberta Mackey-Cline Hosted at: University of New Mexico wix link Download View Yearbook