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THE MAN BOXBecoming Responsible Men

Paul G. Williams, Assistant Director of Programs


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AS AN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM, MY TEACHER FRIENDS SAY TO START WITH A SIMPLE QUESTION…

What are you trying to teach?…to promote an interest in, and an understanding of the principles of democratic government, to foster the teaching of Americanism and to install a better understanding of the duties and responsibilities of citizenship…


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DOES WHAT WE ARE TRYING TO TEACH FULFILL THE MISSION OF BOYS STATE & THE AMERICAN LEGION?

Government Simulation– Campaigning– Voting– Meeting Process/Procedure

Leadership Skills– Schools of Instruction– Discussion Sessions

General Assemblies– Salute to the American Legion– Salute to our Veterans– Inaugural Program

celebrating Democracy


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“…UNDERSTANDING THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF CITIZENSHIP…”

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Approximately 20 percent of teens will experience depression before they reach adulthood.Depression increases a teen’s risk for attempting suicide by 12 times.30 percent of teens with depression also develop a substance abuse problem.More teenagers and young adults die from suicide than from cancer, heart disease, AIDS, birth defects, stroke, pneumonia, influenza, and chronic lung disease, COMBINED.Each day in our nation, there are an average of over 3,470 attempts by young people grades 9-12.

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE CURRICULUM CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN A CHILD’S LIFE


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Boys Nation Finalists: What was the most impactful part of the program that you will remember from this week?– 7 of 9 said the conversations with their cities after the Man Box

Citizens passed legislation to add more fine arts activities to promote healthy masculinity.

“Being a good citizen is more than just knowing the political process and getting involved in your community, it starts with being a good person. It’s about treating people with respect, and holding yourself to a high standard. It’s about being the best version of yourself you can be and being there for others. Badger Boys has taught me a lot this week, but this is the kind of thing I know I can take back to my home town and make a difference with right away. I love you guys.”

WHAT DID THE CITIZENS OF BADGER BOYS STATE SAY ABOUT THE MAN BOX?


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Know your state’s rules about mandatory reportingEducate your staff and make sure they are preparedHave your staff have these discussions amongst each other Make sure you are a discussion facilitator, NOT a keynote speakerDon’t forget to laugh once in awhileHave your crisis team ready, and have them work with your younger staff members

THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND IF YOU’RE GOING TO TACKLE A TOPIC LIKE THE MAN BOX

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