Boys State General Rules
Citizens of American Legion New Mexico Boys’
State (NMBS) are here primarily to learn how government is conducted
through actual practice. You will, as far as possible, govern
yourself accordingly. All Counselors are here to advise you on any
problems or procedure.
- Absence from the
grounds of the school will be possible only by written
permission from the Director. Such permission will be granted
only in case of emergency. - NM Boys’ State
will be policed by NM Boys’ State system of the city, county and
state under the direction of the counseling staff; ordinances,
resolutions and laws passed by the city, county and state will
be enforced. - All buildings
and equipment are either the property of NM Boys’ State or
Eastern New Mexico University, Portales. - VANDALISM:
Anyone caught in the act of willful destruction will be reported
to the Director for further action. - No recreational
activities will be permitted except during official recreational
periods. At all other times Citizens will be attending to their
duties. - Sick call will
be observed. Every illness, particularly colds, fevers and
stomach disorders must be reported immediately. Every accident,
no matter how slight, particularly cuts, sprains, scratches and
blisters must be reported to your Counselor at once. Do not wait
for sick call. - Formations: In
order to move from place to place quickly and efficiently and in
an orderly and safe manner, cities will meet at designated
places and will walk with their cities to their destinations. - Badges and
T-shirts: Must be worn at all times except at bedtime and
recreational periods. Pin your badge on the upper left-hand
corner of the NM Boys’ State emblem on your t-shirt. - Smoking:
Citizens may smoke only if a parent has signed the attached
release form. Smoking will be in designated areas only, not in
buildings, rooms or dormitories. - Exercise: All
Citizens will participate in brief, relaxed exercise sessions
each morning. - Punctuality: You
must be on time for all formations, such as lowering of the
colors and assemblies and any activities as designated by NM
Boys’ State staff. - You are
encouraged to take part in voluntary morning invocations; and
you will be expected to display proper respect and decorum in
the presence of the American flag. - Campaign
materials, pre-printed or otherwise, will not be allowed. - NM Boys’ State
materials, including t-shirts, will not be defaced in any
manner.
CODE OF CONDUCT
- I will treat
Boys’ State staff, citizens, guests, campus personnel, and
others with respect. - I will not
discriminate against, harass, or otherwise target any Boys’
State staff, citizens, guests, or others based on their
religion, race, color, creed, national origin, or any
characteristic, physical or otherwise. - I will not
engage in profanity, vulgarity, or rowdiness; I will not use
religious, racial, ethnic, or any other disparaging epithets. - I will be
available for the entire Boys’ State session and will not
request permission for late arrival or early departure unless an
emergency arises. - I will not leave
campus without permission in writing from the Director. - I will protect
and conserve all Boys’ State or campus property. I will not
trespass upon grounds, buildings, etc., which are designated as
off limits. - I will write to
my family while at Boys’ State. - I will not bring
firearms, knives, fireworks, water pistols, balloons, or any
other device which my cause injury or disturbance. - I will not bring
or use any alcoholic beverages or any drugs that have not been
prescribed and listed on your medical statement while at Boys’
State. - I will listen to
all speakers with attention and respect and expect all others to
do the same while speaking. - I will not
campaign or prepare any campaign materials prior to my arrival
on campus. - I will abide by
lights out times and remain quiet until morning reveille. - I will keep
myself clean and well-groomed. I will keep all living areas and
meeting spaces clean, organized and up to the inspection
standards given by NM Boys’ State staff. - I will accept
responsibility of payment for destruction of Eastern New Mexico
University, American Legion New Mexico Boys’ State or other
property, which I may have caused and/or may be stated orally
during the session.