ORR High School students headed for Boys’ and Girls’ State
Five students in Old Rochester Regional High School's class of 2016 will attend the Boys’/Girls’ State Convention from June 13 to 19 at Stonehill College in North Easton.
The Florence Eastman Post 280 will sponsor Holly Frink in memory of Florence Eastman. Lawrence DiCara, Esquire, will sponsor William Santos in memory of George White, Evan Santos in memory of Jack DeCosta, and Catherine Feldkamp in honor of Gerry DeCosta. Matthew Fortin will be sponsored by the Machacam Club in memory of George White.
Eligible students must be juniors who have achieved high academic success. Delegates must also show evidence of leadership ability and an interest in the democratic process.
At the convention, delegates will study local and state government. They will establish and operate their own cities and towns and state government in miniature. This includes forming two political parties, holding conventions, nominating candidates, conducting campaigns and electing officials.