Tag: American Legion

Application Deadline for 2026 Boys State of Kansas Session Set for April 30

The American Legion Boys State of Kansas is accepting applications for its 2026 session until April 30. Scheduled for May 31 to June 6 at Kansas State University, the program costs $375, with potential discounts for returnees. Attendees can earn college credit, merit badges, and scholarships while developing leadership skills.

Kansas audit faults accounting of veterans’ assistance grants by state, service organizations

Kansas legislators raised concerns about the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars' differing compliance with matching fund requirements from state grants. An audit suggested clearer guidelines from the Kansas Office of Veterans Services. Discrepancies in reported in-kind expenditures and matching support raised questions about oversight and potential violations of state law.

Speakers, Special Events Set for 86th Session of American Legion Boys State of Kansas

The 86th session of the American Legion Boys State of Kansas will take place at Kansas State University from June 2 to June 8. The event includes various activities such as opening ceremonies, party caucuses, debates, and announcement of election winners. It aims to develop leadership skills and civic responsibility in high school students.

Boys State of Kansas Offering College Credit, Scholarships for Attendees

In 2024, the American Legion Boys State of Kansas partners with Kansas State University to offer attendees three college credits at a reduced cost. The program aims to develop leadership skills and civic responsibility through simulated political exercises. Participants can also apply for scholarships. The cost to attend is $375, with sponsors often covering most fees. Deadline to apply: April 30. For more information, visit ksbstate.org.

Boys State of Kansas Extends Deadline for 2021 Session

June 1, 2021 — The American Legion Boys State of Kansas has announced that the deadline to register for the 2021 session...

Kansas Proclaims March 15th ‘Kansas American Legion Day’

Topeka – The Governor of Kansas has declared March 15, 2021 as “Kansas American Legion Day.” As she presented the...

Radio Replay: The 2020 Marysville American Legion Memorial Day Ceremony

Catch a replay of the Marysville American Legion Memorial Day Ceremony as heard on KNDY Radio.

American Legion Boys State Leadership Academy Cancelled Due to COVID-19

March 27, 2020 — Due to continuing developments concerning COVID-19 (coronavirus), the American Legion Boys State of Kansas Leadership...