June 11 – June 17 2017€¦ · volunteers during the week to provide care for minor injuries for the citizens while they reside at WVU Jackson’s Mill. Citizens attending ALMBS

ALMBS Forms Packet

A program of The American Legion

Department of West Virginia

The American Legion Mountaineer Boys State

June 11 – June 17

2017This forms packet must be completed and turned in at the time of Registration/Check-In which is Sunday between 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. To avoid delay during the Registration/Check-In process, please have this Forms Packet completed and ready upon your arrival for Registration/Check-In. The following items shall be submitted at the time of Registration: Proposed Legislation Form, Order Form, ALMBS Pledge, Medical Certificate, notarized Affidavit of Consent and Permission, Hardcopy of Samsung Scholarship Application, and Summer Foods Household Application.

West Virginia’s Premier Leadership

Academy

80th Annual

The American Legion Mountaineer Boys State West Virginia’s Premiere Leadership Academy

http://wvboysstate.org +1 (304) 343-7591

PO Box 3191 Charleston, WV 25332

http://wvlegion.org +1 (888) 534-4667

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Proposed Legislation Form




Last Name: _______________________ First Name: ________________________ Middle Initial: ____

Set forth any law(s), rule(s), regulation(s), policy, etc. that you would like to see enacted in the State of West Virginia. NOTE: Legislation items passed by the American Legion Mountaineer Boys State will be forwarded to the West Virginia Legislature for consideration.







ALMBS Pledge




As a citizen of the American Legion Mountaineer Boys State, I voluntarily make the following pledge: § I will obey the statutes, rules and regulations of the American Legion Mountaineer Boys State.§ I will stay the entire duration of the American Legion Mountaineer Boys State Program.§ I will get written permission from the Administrator before I leave WVU Jackson's Mill, for any reason.§ I will protect and conserve all property of the WVU Jackson's Mill, my host for the week.§ I will show proper respect to the Flag by reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and participate in the singing of

the National Anthem.§ I will discharge my duties as a citizen of Boys State with dignity and honor to my State, County, and City.§ I will adhere to the program of the State, participating in government and recreational activities as

scheduled.§ I will attend the assemblies and other group meetings that are arranged for my citizenship and social

development.§ I will serve my State with honor regardless of my office or position at ALMBS.§ I will make reports on time and conscientiously.§ I will respect the judgment of Counselors, Directors and Administrators.§ I will not possess tobacco products, pornographic materials, any type of weapon, alcoholic beverages, and

illegal drugs while at the American Legion Mountaineer Boys State.§ I will e-mail, write, or call my homefolks twice during ALMBS.§ I will make a report to my sponsor of my impression of ALMBS soon after my return home and inform

them of my activities at ALMBS.§ I understand that I will be dismissed from ALMBS for violating the rules of the program and or engaging

in behavior that the staff believes to be disruptive and/or inappropriate and if dismissed, I understand thatmy school’s recommending official(s) and my local American Legion Post will be notified of my dismissal.

§ Above all, I will respect the rights of my fellow citizens.The undersigned parent(s) or guardian(s), acknowledge that we have received the information packet and have reviewed its contents. The undersigned further agrees that he will abide by the rules of the program, which he will attend for the entire week. The undersigned further agrees that if you fail to make notification in a timely manner, you or your parent(s)/legal guardian(s) will be liable for reimbursement of the $200.00 fee. If the Citizen leaves prior to the completion of the program on Saturday, June 17, 2017, you will be required to reimburse the balance of your meal and lodging fees to the American Legion Mountaineer Boys State. Citizen Signature: _______________________________________________________ Date: ____________

Last Name: _______________________ First Name: ________________________ Middle Initial: ____

Parent/Guardian Signature: _______________________________________________ Date: ____________

Last Name: _______________________ First Name: ________________________ Phone: __________

Street: ___________________________ City: ____________________ State: ________ Zip: _______







Order Form




Applicant #: ______ (Official Use Only)

Cabin: __________________________ (Official Use Only)

County: _____________________________

Last Name: ____________________ First Name: ________________________ Middle Initial: ________

Street: ________________________ City: ______________________ State: _________ Zip: ________

Email: ____________________________________ Mobile: ____________________ Shirt Size: _______

Item Price Quantity Total ALMBS T-Shirt Free 1 $0.00

Extra ALMBS T-Shirts It is recommended that at least two (2) additional shirts be purchased

$5.00

ALMBS Commemorative Coin Maximum one (1) per Citizen

$10.00

ALMBS Photo Package Includes: One (1) 8x10 Camp Photo One (1) 8x10 Cabin Photo One (1) 8x10 County Photo

$25.00

Pizza A pizza party is held Friday night in the Cabins. This is to participate in the pizza.

$3.00

Donation ALMBS operates solely on donations to sponsor boys. The current cost per boy that is paid by sponsors is $200.00. If you are interested in making a donation to help the program, you may do so. This is not a requirement for you to attend ALMBS. Any donations made are 100% tax deductible and can be made in any denomination.

1

Total:

Please make checks payable to the American Legion Mountaineer Boys State. Cash is also an acceptable form of payment. Payment should be presented upon registration at the American Legion Mountaineer Boys State.







Medical Certificate




CITIZEN INFORMATION Cabin: ____________________________ (Official Use Only)

Applicant #: _________________ (Official Use Only)

Last Name: First Name: Middle Initial: Street: City: State: Zip: Date of Birth: Mobile: County: PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION Last Name: First Name: Street: City: State: Zip: Work Phone: Home Phone: Mobile Phone:

CITIZEN MEDICAL HISTORY Chronic illness: Diabetes, asthma, seizures

YES NO Hospitalizations? YES NO Dizziness or frequent headaches?

YES NO

Surgeries? YES NO Concussion/knocked out YES NO Injuries prohibiting sports participation?

YES NO

Heat exhaustion/Heat stroke

YES NO Missing organs: Eye, kidney, testicle, etc.

YES NO Fainting/Passing out? YES NO

Longer than 7 years from last tetanus shot?

YES NO Cough, wheezing, shortness of breath

YES NO __ glasses, __contacts, __ dental appliances:

YES NO

Not able to participate in sports

YES NO Hx of sudden death/heart attack in family

YES NO

SCREENING PHYSICAL EXAMINATION (Not to replace a full physical examination by a private physician)

Height: Ft. In. Weight: lbs. Blood Pressure: / HEENT YES NO Respiratory YES NO Musculoskeletal YES NO Pupils equal and reactive

YES NO Bilat. Breath sounds YES NO Abnormalities YES NO

Tympanic membranes intact

YES NO Wheezes YES NO Scoliosis YES NO

Missing teeth, caries YES NO Cardiovascular Abdomen Genitourinary Murmur, click YES NO Masses YES NO Inguinal Hernia YES NO Irregularities YES NO Organomegaly YES NO Testicles YES NO Skin Visual Activity L R Infectious lesions YES NO /20 /20

ALERGIES AND SYMPTOMS

CURRENT MEDICATIONS

TRAVEL Have you traveled outside the United States? If yes, Where: CERTIFICATION

I certify that the above named individual is free from contagious disease and is physically able to participate in all American Legion Mountaineer Boys State activities, including athletic events. � Full Approval � Approval with the following Restrictions: Physician Name: ________________________________________ MD/DO Date: _____ / _____ / 20_____ Signature: _____________________________________________ Phone: ___________________________


Affidavit of Consent and Permission




STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA, COUNTY OF: _____________________________________________________

TO WIT: I/We the undersigned, after first being duly sworn, deposes(s) and say(s) that: 1. I/We am/are the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of, _____________________________________________,

an individual under the age of 18 years, to wit: ___________________ years of age.2. I/We give my/our consent and permission to the American Legion, Department of West Virginia, to allow

the above-stated individual to participate in all activities (or as restricted) being conducted by TheAmerican Legion Mountaineer Boys State, Inc. for the year 2017.

3. I/We do hereby expressly give and grant unto the Director/Administrator and/or any otherCounselor/Official of the American Legion Mountaineer Boys State, Inc. permission and authority to takesuch action as he or they deem necessary, reasonable, and proper to provide a medical examination and ortreatment of any injuries or illnesses sustained or developed while traveling to or from, or whileparticipating in any activities conducted at the American Legion Mountaineer Boys State, Inc. I/We alsoauthorize and permit any of the above counselors/Officials to act in my/our stand in making any requestsor giving any permission as may be required by any medical organization and/or physician. I/We agree topay and fees entailed related to the medical care of my/our son while attending the American LegionMountaineer Boys State.

4. I/We do hereby also understand the American Legion Mountaineer Boys State (ALMBS) has medical staffvolunteers during the week to provide care for minor injuries for the citizens while they reside at WVUJackson’s Mill. Citizens attending ALMBS may keep over the counter medications such as: Tylenol, Advil,and/or Aleve in the cabin. Prescription medications and allergy medications must be brought to the clinicat the beginning of the week. Prescriptions can be picked up by the citizen at the end of the week beforeleaving WVU Jackson’s Mill. The citizen is responsible for reporting to the clinic after breakfast formorning medications, after lunch for mid-day medications, and after supper for evening medications. Thecitizen should report to the clinic no later than 10:00 PM for scheduled nightly medications. It is not theresponsibility of volunteer staff of ALMBS to ensure that medications are dispensed. The citizen isresponsible for reporting to the clinic for their medications.

Parent/Guardian Signature: _______________________________________________ Date: ____________

Last Name: _______________________ First Name: ________________________ Phone: __________

Street: ___________________________ City: ____________________ State: ________ Zip: _______

Taken, subscribed, and sworn to before me this __________________ day of ___________________, 20_____

My Commission expires: _________________________________ Notary Public: __________________________________________

____________________________________ County, West Virginia


Media Advisory Release




FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

<City> Youth Bound for American Legion Mountaineer Boys State

Boys from around the state learn about city, county and state political processes

WHO: <Name of Youth>, a student at <Name of High School>

WHAT: American Legion Post <XXX> has selected <Name of Youth> to participate in the upcoming American Legion Mountaineer Boys State leadership program, a one week intensive education program of government instruction for high school students. It is a participatory program where each participant becomes a part of the operation of his local, county and state government. <Name of Youth> will be available for interviews prior to and immediately following his American Legion Boys State experience. Media are also invited to cover his participation in the program. A video about American Legion Boys State is available free on request. Interviews with a Post <XXX> spokesman to talk about the program can be arranged.

WHY: At the American Legion Mountaineer Boys State, participants are exposed to the rights and privileges, the duties and the responsibilities of a franchised citizen. The training is objective and practical with city, county and state governments operated by the students elected to the various offices. Activities include legislative sessions, court proceedings, law enforcement presentations, assemblies, bands, chorus, and recreations programs. Local American Legion posts select High School juniors to participate in the program. Mentoring of youth is one of the Four Pillars of The American Legion.

WHEN: The American Legion Mountaineer Boys State will be held the week of June 11 – June 17, 2017. <Name of Youth> will be available here in <City> for interviews on request. Call contact below to arrange.

WHERE: WVU Jackson’s Mill, Weston, West Virginia. Post <XXX> is located at <Post Address>.

CONTACT: <Post Chairman/Spokesperson Name>, at <Telephone Number> to schedule interviews, request a video, or arrange coverage at American Legion Mountaineer Boys State. Complete details on The American Legion Boys State and Boys Nation programs are available at http://www.legion.org. The American Legion is the nation’s largest wartime veteran’s organization. You may also contact The American Legion Department of West Virginia at the contact information located in the footer of this release. The American Legion Mountaineer Boys State website can be located at http://wvboysstate.org. The American Legion Mountaineer Boys State Director, Jim Davis, is available at [email protected] or (304) 481-4021











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Restrictions: Rules:

Do Not participate if you -Weight between 40 and 230 lbs.

-Have had back, neck or heart problems - Obey and listen to instructors

-Have had broken bones, are pregnant - No side swinging

-Have physical or medical problems - Stay in your lane

-Have limb problems - Repel feet first only

-Are under the influence of Drugs or Alcohol - Do not kick back more than 3 feet

-Unsure of your general health - No climbing over top of wall

- No climbing without safety harness

Name of Child/Climber

Last Name First Name Middle Initial

Street Address:

City: ST: Zip Code:

Phone: Date of Birth:

Date:

Signature of individual or parent: Date:

RELEASE OF LIABILITY STATEMENT

During the course of this rock-climbing event, photographs may be taken by military personnel for training,

recruitment or other official purposes. Please sign below if you agree to allow photographs of your child to

be taken.

__________ I do not wish to have myself or my child photographed during the rock-climbing event. I

understand that I or my child can still climb the rock wall if I do not consent to having the picture taken.

I, _______________________________________ consent to allow myself or my child

_______________________________________________________to have his/her photograph taken during

the above activity by a representative of the National Guard. I understand that these photographs will only be

used for training, recruitment or other official purposes.

In consideration of being permitted to climb the "Rock Climbing Wall", presented by the West

Virginia National Guard on behalf of myself, my personal representatives, heirs, and assigns. I hereby

release and discharge the United States, its agents, servants or employees from any and all claims for

property damage and/or personal injury or death resulting from my attempt to climb or descend the

Rock Climbing Wall. This release covers the negligent use, maintenance construction, design of the

Rock Climbing Wall, and the negligent supervision of my use of the Rock Climbing Wall. My signature

further certifies that I have read and understand the climbing safety instructions, and will comply with

the climbing safety instructions provided by my instructor. This is an active sport.

Signature of Climber or

Parent/Guardian if < 18






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June 11 – June 17 2017€¦ · volunteers during the week to provide care for minor injuries for the citizens while they reside at WVU Jackson’s Mill. Citizens attending ALMBS