2025 ALA Magnolia Girls State Application

Magnolia Girls State Delegate Application

2026 Session at The University of Mississippi -- June 7- 12, 2026
Please have your completed High School information Form scanned to upload during the application process. This is filled out by your high school counsleor.

Also, there are one essay questions to answer.

In essay format, tell us about your understanding of the democratic form of government and how you can be a productive citizen of the United States.
Applicant's Information
Applicant Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Preferred First Name*
please double check your spelling
Applicant's Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
Home Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Applicant's Email Address (do not use your school email)*

Confirmation Email
Applicant's Cell Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Applicant's T-shirt size*
Adult Unisex T-shirt

Parent/Guardian's Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Cell Number*
Email Address*

Confirmation Email
Emergency Information

Your emergency contact cannot be your Parent/Guardian and must be 18 years of age or older. This contact will only be used in an emergency situation where Parent/Gurdian is unreachable.
Emergency Contact's Name*

First NameLast Name
Relationship to applicant*
Phone Number*
Alt. Phone Number*

High School Information

Please enter the information from the Counselor page they completed and upload to this section.
GPA*
Out of 4.0, unweighted
ACT Score*
If you do not have one, put 0 in the box. Can NOT be a superscore.
Year of Graduation*
High School Name*
Please write full High School Name
High School Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
High School Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
High School Principal's Name*
High School Counselor's Name*
High School Principal's Email*

Confirmation Emailexample@example.com
High School Counselor's Email*

Confirmation Emailexample@example.com
Please upload your High School Information Form filled out by you counselor here.*

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Biographical Information
Are you a direct descendent of a veteran? *
Only include mother, father, brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather.
Is either parent(s) or guardian(s), or other member(s) of immediate family, a member of The American Legion or American Legion Auxiliary?*
If yes above, indicate which (or both) organizations:

American LegionAmerican Legion Auxiliary
Do you have any active duty or deployed family member(s)?*
Are you considering a military career or applying to US Military Academies?*
Please list your top two (2) talents/hobbies*
ex. Singing, writing, photography, etc.
Please list your top three (3) high school activities*
ex. teams, clubs, student government, organizations
Please list your top three (3) Honors/Awards/Achievements *
ex. scholastic, athletics, arts, personal, student government offices held, etc.
Please list two (2) Community Involvement Organizations *
served/volunteered and in what capacity ex. Religious Organization, Crown Club, Interact, etc

Essay
In essay format, tell us about your understanding of the democratic form of government and how you can be a productive citizen of the United States. (You can copy and paste here.)*

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Acknowledgment of Cost

This portion is an acknowledgment that you understand the cost requirement to attend Girls State and the options that are available should payment be a concern.
Do you already have a sponsor?*

YesNoI plan on self paying
Name of Sponsor
Sponsorship Form

If you already have your sponsorship form, upload it here. If not, it can be uploaded after by emailing magnoliagirlsstate@gmail.com
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If you have an ALA unit sponsoring you, please put the email of the unit contact below.
ALA Sponsor Unit Email Contact
example@example.com
ALA Sponsor Unit Email Contact
example@example.com
The cost to attend American Legion Auxiliary Magnolia Girls State (ALAMGS) is $275. This payment covers the cost of meals, housing, and programming for the week. Payment will due for acceptance.

After April 1, 2026, a $25 late fee will apply to all registration payments after that date.

Cost should never prevent a student from attending our program. There are resources available in each community that can help you get to ALAMGS. Your first option is to contact a nearby American Legion Auxiliary Unit and ask if they have any registration sponsorships available for you.

Once again, cost should never prevent a student from attending our program. Should you need more assistance, please contact us at magnoliagirlsstate@gmail.com.
Acknowledgment of Cost*

I acknowledge the cost of attendance and the options available to me

Eligibility Requirements
Eligibility to particiapte in ALA Magnolia Girls State

High school girls eligible to participate in the ALA Magnolia Girls State program must have completed their Junior year of high school and have at least one semester of high school remaining, be a United States citizen or legal inhabitant of the United States as evidenced by a current and/or valid Birth Certificate, Visa, Passport, Green Card or other United States government-issued documentation verifying a legal presence in the United States for at least the duration of the ALA Magnolia Girls State program.

ALA Magnolia Girls State is a structured leadership and citizenship program, not a recreational camp. The schedule is full and fast-paced. Delegates should be prepared to manage their time responsibly and participate fully in all activities. If there are concerns about a delegate’s ability to meet the physical, scheduling demands of the week, please contact magnoliagirlsstate@gmail.com.

Further, the ALA Magnolia Girls State leadership development program is a week-long 24/7 session for high school girls. Participation is limited to females, as evidenced by her Birth Certificate or a sworn statement signed by a licensed medical doctor.

Requested above documentation must be provided onsite, at check-in on Sunday, June 7, 2026, for verification. ALA Magnolia Girls State will not retain a copy of this documentation.
Eligibility to Serve in an Elected Office

The purpose of the ALA Magnolia Girls State program is to provide a nonpartisan participatory program that teaches eligible high school females responsible citizenship grounded in ethics, the principles of our nation’s founders and respect for God and Country. The ALA Magnolia Girls State conforms to the structure of the Mississippi state government as specified by the Mississippi state constitution.
Student Signature*

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Documentation Requirements (copy of U.S. Government-issued document required)

I attest that my daughter (ward) has a U.S. government-issued birth certificate or legal documentation of her legal presence in the United States provided by the U.S. government (e.g. visa, Green Card, passport). I understand that upon arrival and registration/check-in at ALA Magnolia Girls State on June 7, 2026, I am expected to provide a bona fide copy of her birth certificate or her U.S. government-issued documentation proving that she is a legal inhabitant of the United States for the duration of the event. If I fail to provide current and valid documentation, my daughter will not be allowed to take part in ALA Magnolia Girls State and I, as parent/guardian, will be responsible for all expenses incurred up to that point in time.
Confirmation

BY ACKNOWLEDGING AND SIGNING BELOW, I AM DELIVERING AN ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE THAT WILL HAVE THE SAME EFFECT AS AN ORIGINAL MANUAL PAPER SIGNATURE. THE ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE WILL BE EQUALLY AS BINDING AS AN ORIGINAL MANUAL PAPER SIGNATURE.
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Parent or Guardian Signature*

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Magnolia Girls State Delegate Application

Applicant's Information

Parent/Guardian's Information

High School Information

Biographical Information

Essay

Eligibility Requirements