California Girls State is a leadership program of the American Legion Auxiliary designed to increase awareness and knowledge of governmental processes while learning about the duties, privileges, rights and responsibilities of citizenship. Delegates come away with a greater appreciation of the American Flag and of the sacrifices made by our veterans. While at Girls State, they make friends with outstanding girls from around the state and have a fun week they'll remember for the rest of their lives. California Girls State is a program sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Department of California.

Nearly 300 California Units work all year to raise money in order to provide scholarships to students to attend Girls State. Local Units recruit from area high schools and select young women who are just completing their Junior year to attend the summer session.

Important Dates
.      October 1     Reservation Due to Department Chairman
.      November    Bulletin - Unit Instructions Packet and Application Packet Available
.      March 12      Applications Due to Department Chairman
.      March 12      Girls State Application Fees Due to Department Office
.      April    (4th Friday) - Units Report to District Chairmen
.      May    (2nd Friday) - Districts Report to Department Chairman

Resources
National Plan of Action for Girls State
Girls State Brochure
National Boys and Girls State Website
College Credit for Delegates and Junior Counselors
American Legion Auxiliary Girls State Facebook Page