The American Legion Post 521 is a proud community partner with Pasadena Independent School District in sponsoring High School Juniors to attend the American Legions Texas Boys State in Austin, Texas every summer. This past summer our Post sent 9 boys to this great one-week program. Each year, over 1,100 rising High School Senior young men are provided an opportunity to develop leadership skills in a fast-paced, energetic program unlike any other that exists in our state! The 9 Boys were from the following: 3 from Pasadena Memorial HS; 2 from Sam Rayburn HS; 2 from CTHS; 1 from Pasadena HS; 1 from Frank Dobie HS.
Summary
The American Legion Post 521 partnered with Pasadena Independent School District to sponsor local high school juniors for the Texas Boys State program in Austin. This past summer, nine students attended the one-week leadership development event. Participants included three boys from Pasadena Memorial High School, two from Sam Rayburn High School, two from Career and Technical High School, one from Pasadena High School, and one from Frank Dobie High School. The program, which offers over 1,100 rising high school seniors the chance to enhance their leadership skills, is recognized for its unique format that encourages active participation and engagement.