June 3, 2019 • Volume 13, Issue 1 • Tucson, Arizona Girls State is more than just learning BY MRS. MEAD AZGS Managing Editor sleep? The sleep thing never really gets eye out for the sign up sheet. better with all those exciting emotions and Did you see the mention of the magical elcome to the 72nd Annual Ari- all the new stories. Yet, the lack of sleep evening? Oh yes we have a wonderful eve- zona Girls State session. Con- will be worth all the great memories. ning of dinner and harmony planned with gratulations on being chosen as some very special guests. W The week to come a delegate. Your leadership and academic We will round off our week with an awe- skills have given you the opportunity to During the week you will learn about some court trial on Friday!! Your court offi - represent your school, community and city, county and state government with cials that you elect later this week will be local American Legion Auxiliary Unit at emphasis being placed on political parties, working on that one. this amazing program. campaigns and elections. Oh and of course there will be PIZZA!! We as staff are proud to have you here That is right, there will be Federalist Yes there is even a pizza party this week. and hope that your learning experience is and Nationalist parties. Party rallies here Don’t forget all of our wonderful guest one that you will take with you. we come!! Also there will be voting and speakers that are sure to keep you laughing a general meet the candidate night. This and learning. Girls State Sponsorship night gives you a chance to get out there Girls State is sponsored by the world’s and show the entire state why you would Please Remember largest women’s patriotic organization… be perfect for each offi ce. Get out there and Please be respectful of the staff and other The American Legion Auxiliary. The Aux- be creative. citizens as we are all here to learn and have iliary is dedicated to helping veterans as Within your city you will be able to run fun. well as our future leaders, such as you. for offi ces, set laws and create your very DO NOT FORGET THE 3 B’S: Established in the early twentieth cen- own city. Creations from businesses to • Book - Girls State Book tury, the Auxiliary has grown to nearly parks and recreational facilities. Did we • Bag - If you carry one one million members. In 1919, the Ameri- mention that you will get to decorate your • Bottle - Water bottle can Legion Auxiliary (ALA) was created, city. Each door in your city will reprecesent Be mindful of your things in your rooms. dedicated to supporting the United States a business within your community. Be cre- If you have valuables that you would like to Armed Forces and all of the veterans. ative and show your design side, These will have secured please see your City Advisor. Today, the ALA has over twenty national also be judged for awards!!! Keep an eye on those room keys as you do programs that benefi t through money and While the cities are improtrant please do not want to get locked out of your rooom. other donations. Two of the ALA’s most not forget about the county and state positi- Never leave your city without fi rst sign- well known programs are Girls State and ions as well. There will be lots of county ing out or letting your advisor know where Girls Nation. positions to run for as well as state posi- you are going and why. tions. Did we mention Governor or how If you are feeling ill or become injured New Experiences about Secretary of State? Don’t forget the remember to see the nurse. Don’t wait if you This week is going to be full of new illusive Girls Nation Senators as well. feel sick. The nurses are located on the 6th adventures and new expeirences. Some fl oor (Arizona Hall) rooms 604 & 602. good and some perhaps not so good. We Fun, Fun and MORE FUN hope for more good than bad. This week there will not only be meet- The Bee Hive!! Your fi rst day brought you to a dorm ings and speeches, there will be FUN. The Bee Hive is the offi cial Arizona fi lled with new and exciting young women There will be liesure time in the dorms and Girls State Store. They have so much to who were just are nervous as you. Yet, each perhaps some outside activities to keep offer, from t-shirts, shorts, stuffed animals, of you took time to either stand out in the down stress. snacks, roses, and SO MUCH MORE!! hall and create a greeting line or wander We have glee club that will be practic- Stop by the store and see what wonders from room to room intorudcing your self ing all week to sing us some amazing songs they have to offer. Do not fret there will be and saying hello. during our Magical Evening. a day of shopping for each city this week as Each day here will bring more fun and There will be a talent show held on well as plenty of time to stop by this week. more learning with all the excitement of Thursday evening. A fun way for each of something new. Did we mention lack of you to show off your talent. Please keep an WELCOME TO GIRLS STATE!! Meet Your AZGS Reporters Welcome ...... page 1 City Reporters ...... page 2 Registration ...... page 3 Opening Session ...... page 4

ay hello to your Girls State Independent report- From Mimosa: ers. These lovely ladies will be writing articles Genevieve Erickson & Marvellyn Nguyen Sregarding your cities. From Cholla: From Ironwood: Banna Peña & Heather Johnson Holly Hoogstra & Lana Aguon From Manzanita: From Palo Verde: Anna Lucas & Madison McBride Kiertsen Dugan & Priscilla Barragon From Yucca: From Juniper: Savannah LaFon & Dazhane Brown Yaraa Fawzi & Emily Bird From Saguaro: is published daily by American Legion Auxiliary From Pinon: Rose Glass & Alyssa Zhang Arizona Girls State Isaura Cavarrubias & Jazlyn Fernando From Mesquite: Penny Maklary, Director Shannon Mead, Editor From Ocotillo: Lily Imai & Audrey Landers Brittney Bigler & Julia McHerron From Sycamore: 2019 Girls State Reporters Holly Hoogstra - Ironwood Isabella Struckman & Brinley Carrillo Lana Aguon - Ironwood Kiertsen Dugan - Palo Verde Priscilla Barragon - Palo Verde Yaraa Fawzi - Juniper Emily Bird - Juniper Prepare to be entertained at the Isaura Cavarrubias - Pinon Jazlyn Fernando - Pinon Brittney Bigler - Ocotillo Julia McHerron - Ocotillo Annual Girls State Talent Show! Genevieve Erickson - Mimosa Marvellyn Nguyen - Mimosa o you have that one special talent that sets must attend the auditions in order to participate. Banna Peña - Cholla Heather Johnson - Cholla you a part from the rest? Do you love to sing, Keep an eye out for the audition sign up on the fi rst Anna Lucas - Manzanita dance or act on stage? If you answered yes fl oor near the front desk and mail boxes. Madison McBride - Manaznita D Savannah LaFon - Yucca to either of these questions then we want you for our Remember to bring all of your needed materials Dazhane Brown - Yucca Annual Talent Night! for your talent with you at the time of auditions as Rose Glass - Saguaro Alyssa Zhang- Saguaro Thursday has been set aside just for you to show we need to see exactly what it is you will be doing Lily Imai - Mesquite all of us here your very own talent. Strut your stuff or for the show. Audrey Landers - Mesquite Isabella Struckman - Sycamore rock the rafters with that amazing voice. For all questions and comments concerning the Brinley Carrillo - Sycamore Of course no talent show is complete without the event, please see Mrs. Tincher in room 609 (Sonora © Copyright, 2019 Arizona Girls State auditions. All talented citizens are encouraged and Hall).

ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 2 JUNE 3, 2019 72nd Annual Girls State begins with registration and greetings BY MRS. MEAD cards and the parents could chat with our there will be laundry days, we promise. AZGS Managing Editor team of nurses that you will see off and Finally it was off to the elevator where esterday each of you began your on all week. They are awesome and very the advisors told your parents that it was journey to Girls State by packing caring! time to leave you to adventure Girls State Yup the car and heading to Tucson After the nurses you got to meet more of on your own. Don’t worry they will see you with your parents and family. Some of the UofA staff to help you get the room key again on Saturday!! you traveled all the way from the Grand for your new home away from home for the Once you stepped out of the elevator you Canyon while others came from Yuma and week! Please be sure and keep those keys were greeted by your JCs and of course all over in between. on your lanyard and do not loose them!! your City Advisor. I even bet you got to see Once you arrived you started out in line Also be mindful when closing your doors some of your new city members. Remem- waiting to get your fi rst set of instructions so as not to lock yourself or your roommate ber that you will be with these girls for the and see just how this week was going to be. out of your room. next week so make the best of each situa- First you started with a warm greeting Now you turn and off to the Store/ tion. from the UofA staff giving you your hand- Bank where you meet our lovely store Now that you are in your rooms and book and room assignments. The wonder- staff and have the opportunity to bank beginning the program take a quick ful staff was so gracious to lend us a hand your money so that you do not lose it this moment to thank those that helped get you checking you in today. week. Remember you will have plenty here today. Each of the Girls State staff Next you were off to have your amaz- of opportunity this week to stop in to the members have volunteered their time to ing picture taken for your photo ID badge store and pick up some great items, like help make this a wonderful experience for that you will be wearing during your shirts, stuffed animals, shorts, snacks and each one of you. If you see them wonder- week here at Girls State. Please be sure of course WATER!!! ing the cities or during session give them a to always have this on as it is part of your Then it was off to get those new purple quick thanks for everything. They are sure uniform. shirts that will tell everyone on campus that to enjoy it. Then it was off to see the nurses where WE ARE GIRLS STATE in a sea of beautiful Have a great week and enjoy every you dropped off those wonderful yellow purple. Don’t worry about only getting two, moment!

Calling all Glee Club enthusiasts o you love to sing or play an instru- held on Monday starting at 4:15pm in the ment? How about lead the choir Arizona Hall Lounge. Please be sure to Dduring a big show? If you said yes bring your instruments with you if you to either then we have the club for you! have them. Also perhaps a few song ideas Come on down and join our Glee Club. as well. Please note you must be present at We are looking for talented young ladies the fi rst meeting in order to participate. to perform at our Magical Evening dinner. If you have questions please see Ms. After all, what is dinner without a little Laycock in room 503 (Sonoran Hall). music? Good luck ladies and we cannot wait to The fi rst meeting and auditions will be hear those wonderful chords on Friday.

ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 3 JUNE 3, 2019 Opening Session At Girls State BY MRS. MEAD AZGS Managing Editor were explained so that you will be able to and fun from two guest speakers. understand why these ceremonies are so We started with our very own Arizona ast night was an amazing fi rst night. important and such a treasure. It gives true Secretary of State, Katie Hobbs. She gave There were many wonderful speak- meaning and respect to all those who have us a great presentation on the function of Lers and lots of fun. To open the fought bravely for this country. political parties. We learned that she is a evening our color guard posted our very Mrs. Maklary explained the purpose of Girls State Alumni and has such passion. patriotic colors. We were introduced to our Girls State and how important it is to be Her fondest memory of Girls State was a wonderful Governor Theodora Baker and yourself. Each one of you is special and has speech given my Rose Mafford and how Secretary of State Kayleigh Steele. Each potential. Stand out and be yourself. Don’t let to be gracious even when faced with dif- welcomed you and wished you the best others make your decisions for you. Just B U. fi culty. What a great start to our week of time here at Girls State as well as to reach Let’s not forget our wonderful and tal- guest speakers for your goals and make the best of the ented JC’s, who modeled for us just before Next we closed the night with Chris King week you have here. dinner. These lovely ladies were kind speaking on the role of Precinct Commit- Next we heard from the U of A Confer- enough to show you all the store has to teemen. He started us off with some dad ence Manager. She gave us a great wel- offer. Remember “The Bee Hive” has all jokes and then really got into some great come and let us know that the University is that you are looking for while you are here information. He really kept us all capti- here to help us have a wonderful and safe at Girls State. From clothes, blankets, ani- vated with all sorts of information. Such an Girls State session. She was also a Girls mals and all sorts of snacks and drinks. interactive speaker. State Delegate in Illinois. So exciting to We enjoyed an amazing presentation for Ladies a great job on all the wonderful have an alumni helping us with this won- the lovely ladies on staff. This presentation and interesting questions. Way to stay on derful week. explained all about the American Legion topic and keep our speakers thinking. Keep We had a wonderful fl ag ceremony Auxiliary and how we help not only our it up this week with all of the wonderful presented by Post 36’s Copper Knight veterans but our communities as well. Awe- guest speakers to come. Color Guard and Mrs. Montijo. During some job ladies for the great presentation. As our Governor stated, remember to this presentation the 13 folds of the fl ag After dinner we enjoyed more learning participate and stay involved.

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ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 4 JUNE 3, 2019 June 4, 2019 • Volume 13, Issue 2 • Tucson, Arizona Election Buzz in Ironwood BY HOLLY HOOGSTRA & LANA AGUON Ironwood CIty Reporters ear ye, Hear ye, Hear ye, the polls are now open! One of the most Himportant aspects of establishing a city is creating the government via elect- ing offi cials. A city clerk has already been chosen, but the next order of business for Ironwood was to elect its mayor and city councilmen. These are some of the most integral aspects of the city and their main role is to work on the city book that will be judged in order to choose who becomes the winning city, earning the title of Capital City. Being that the mayor is the largest city Top, Ironwood City Council Members and Mayor! From left to fi ght: Meg McElhaney, Lana Aguon, Anna Moriarty (Mayor), position a citizen can run for, and with 5 Alexandra Stroud, and Myranda Mo. Right, Jaycee showing off girls vying for the spot, it was clear this her bee themed campaign cards! was going to be a tight campaign where the contenders would really need to stand out. Vote Jaycee for mayor!” handouts defi - who we After the primaries, only Jaycee Graffi us nitely helped add to her campaign. wanted to and Anna Moriarty remained, and both girls Anna Moriarty went with a more laid vote for, knew they were really going to have to stand back approach of going dorm to dorm and but every- out if they wanted to earn this position and enthusiastically exclaiming, “Vote Anna thing hap- the responsibility that comes with it. for mayor!” pened in a Jaycee Graffi us spoke about her experi- In her speech, Anna also used our bee matter of ence by confessing that, “I was honestly theme when saying that, “I want to make sure hours.” really surprised when I saw that I won the we all have fun while doing anything and In the primary and going forward, I just want to everything this whole week. Keep buzzing!” end, Anna focus on getting the word out about my Ashley Stephens commented on the was elected as the mayor and we in Iron- campaign.” electoral operation by stating, “I was sur- wood are all sure she will do great things Jaycee did a great job of incorporating prised at how fast the whole process went. I for our city. Congratulations to Anna, and the Ironwood mascot, a bee, into her cam- thought we would have a couple days for the great campaigning and speeches from all paign. Her handmade “What’s the buzz? citizens to campaign and for us to choose involved! Make your voice heard at Girls State HEATHER JOHNSON keep in mind the uplifting words of Mrs. Get out and meet someone new and Cholla City Reporter Maklary, “We will all be friends when we create more memories with those unfa- ow that we’ve said goodbye to our leave. Long lasting friendships are yet to miliar faces. Make your voice heard and families and the outside world, we be made as those unfamiliar faces start to your goals known to your city before Nbegin this great trek of Girls State. become more familiar.” voting closes! Make sure you know who Many prayers go out to the staff as they City Halls swarming with voters for you are voting for! And remember girls, make strong decisions to it make possible mayor and city councilmen. A fl urry of stay positive and get involved because for us to be here. girls swarm the voting box to solidify their “you’re only as good as the rest of the Strange, new faces surround us yet we fi nal votes! team” -Chris King Election Buzz Your local Supai JC’s ...... page 1 Work Hard, Play Hard BY SAVANNAH LAFON Mary said that being a jc means being someone ...... page 2 Yucca City Reporter that you feel that you can easily talk to and relate to. Crazy First Night e all know that junior counselors or jc’s are She enjoys being able to comfort people when they ...... page 3 A Strong Voice very fun and important to our Girls State feel that they cannot connect to someone...... page 4 Wexperience. Being in Supai we decided to I noticed during asking these questions that both Inspirational Theme interview our jcs’ Mary and Julia. Mary and Julia are Julia and Mary are very passionate about being junior ...... page 5 both very inviting and nice, a true joy to talk to. I was counselors, you can tell in their eyes that they love it. Horses in the Back ...... page 6 able to meet with both of them and ask them about The third question I asked them was a question to not only being a junior counselor but also about their get them thinking. “When you attended Girls State own personal Girls State experience. did you participate? If so what did you do?” The first question asked was “what made you I was especially excited to hear about their Girls want to become a junior counselor?” To which Mary State roles. Mary responded that when she attended responded that she wanted to come back to have Girls State last year that she was in charge of house- another great Girls State experience. That when she keeping and that she was the “wakerupper.” Besides received the email she was excited to teach the girls being in house jobs, she was part of the house of rep- tricks and tips that she wishes that she had. Mary resentatives that helped make bills. really wanted to help the girls fully realize all there is Julia was the Supai county attorney but she also to do at Girls State. was framed for murder. Julia responded by saying that she wanted to expe- The last serious question I had for our Supai jcs rience and explore the “behind the scenes action.” was “what was your favorite part if Girls State?” When Julia attended Girls State she enjoyed it so Julia said that she was able to be social and inter- much that she couldn’t wait to have that fun again as act with people. She said that Girls State helped her a junior counselor. become her full self. The best question asked was “what does being a Mary being the social butterfly she is responded junior counselor mean to you” to which they both with bonding with others and running errands around responded in an excellent manner. her county and city. Julia said that it means a lot of work, but not just The last question I asked, I asked out of pure curios- hard work, dedication as well. Working to help the ity I asked “which is your favourite county?” To which future girls of our world is very rewarding in itself. they both responded almost symotaniuosly “SUPAI!” Want to see your pics in this years slide show? Send in your photos all week and see your photos during the slide show. Email [email protected]

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2019 Girls State Reporters Holly Hoogstra - Ironwood at Arizona Girls State Lana Aguon - Ironwood Kiertsen Dugan - Palo Verde BY BRINLEY CARRILLO Aside from all the work Girls State delegates put Priscilla Barragon - Palo Verde Yaraa Fawzi - Juniper Sycamore City Reporter into their campaign and learning about their position, Emily Bird - Juniper Isaura Cavarrubias - Pinon his week is going to be full of different variet- there are so many extra activities you can participate Jazlyn Fernando - Pinon Brittney Bigler - Ocotillo ies of events from the continental breakfast to in to make new friends! Julia McHerron - Ocotillo lights out, every one of us is always going to For instance one can join Glee Club, sing your Genevieve Erickson - Mimosa T Marvellyn Nguyen - Mimosa be doing something! Most of our days here at Girls heart out in front of the whole Girls State attendees Banna Peña - Cholla Heather Johnson - Cholla State will be jam packed with city council meetings, and staff! One can also audition for the talent show Anna Lucas - Manzanita learning in which position you were elected and their and bring your extraordinary skills to the stage. Madison McBride - Manaznita Savannah LaFon - Yucca responsibilities, campaigning, keynote speakers, and At the close of our one of a kind experience we Dazhane Brown - Yucca Rose Glass - Saguaro so much more. will have a magical evening! Saying our goodbyes Alyssa Zhang- Saguaro Not only is Girls State a learn by doing experience may be hard but we will always remember and cher- Lily Imai - Mesquite Audrey Landers - Mesquite but a program where you build bonds with your city ish our time here at Girls State! Get involved work Isabella Struckman - Sycamore Brinley Carrillo - Sycamore members while learning, making the whole experi- hard but most importantly don’t forget to play hard © Copyright, 2019 Arizona Girls State ence more memorable than ever. throughout this amazing experience!

ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 2 JUNE 4, 2019 Girls Nation Senator visits GS BY YARAA FAWZI Tucson came to explain the budget of the State and of her many positions in Girls State. Juniper City Reporter city of Tucson to the city budget and zoning She discussed how her running for Girls e had many guests speakers on committees at 7:30 on Monday evening. Nation helped set the path for her entire future. Monday at Girls State. Two of During our lunch session Girls Nation She told us how she will be attending Wthem were Joyce Garland and Senator Amy Zhou, reported on her experi- Yale this up coming year! Amy Zhou. ence at the Girls Nation program in Wash- Remember girls: your file nomination Joyce Garland, the chief financial officer ington D.C. petitions and Girls Nation paper are due on and assistant city manager of the City of She told the girls of her experience at Girls Tuesday afternoon. Best of luck to all! Competition is fierce at Girls State

BY DAZHANE BROWN city was the best because, “when we get she didn’t think it was the best city, she knew. Yucca City Reporter together, our ideas flow really nicely and Following up, she mentioned that despite the ensions at Girls State are running we all just compliment each other.” A city brief scuffles they had upon settling in, they high as girls left and right race to fill is a team, and teamwork makes the dream managed to, “come together as a group and to Tpositions. Competitions is fierce and work. Way to go, Saguaro! just be vulnerable with each other and share competition between cities is no exception. Hannah Hudson from Palo Verde believes the grievances we’ve had. We were able to Whether it be choosing themes, chanting that she’s in the best city. When I asked, she make a productive conversation about it and slogans, or designing shop fronts, every said that they have a close bond and that, figure out how best to solve this problem.” city is working to become capitol city, and “those bonds help us form policies...and Problem solving is an excellent component they all want to be the best. Let’s take a I know that when we’ve been delegating to any functional city, so kudos Mimosa! look into why some representatives of the people and electing people, it’s been really Then, Pinon’s own, Madison Snider cities think they’re the best city. efficient.” Not everyone can run a city with said she thinks her city is the best because, Representatives from Cholla, Bonna ease, so keep it up Palo Verde! “everybody contributes to what they think Penna and Lilly Ramirez focused on the When Aaryanna Nelson from Ocotillo was we should do...like with our ideas… and girls’ teamwork, with Bonna stating, “We asked, she said her city was the best, saying, we all seem to click with our roommates can get down to business but we can also “we support each other,” and, “we are ready, and get along so well.” Well, with as many bond with each other.” Lilly emphasized also, to take on big roles, head on.” It sounds qualities as Pinon has, it’s no wonder why this, saying that, “we really prioritized get- like members of Ocotillo know what they it’s citizens speak so highly of it! ting to know each other,” and that, within want, and go for it. Way to go, guys! Finally, my own cherished and beloved the first hour, they already had a group chat In supporting why Sycamore is the best Yucca. I personally think that Yucca is created. Unity and collaboration is what city, Analyce Trevillyan stated, “we’re the best city because everything from our makes a city strong, so shout out to Cholla! an amazing group of girls, that are just energy and spirit to our teamwork and Juniper’s rep, and the official Nationalist all together, and we just wanna make this collaboration is unmatched. I think that party clerk, Riley Glick said that she thinks whole experience worthwhile and we each girl brings something special to the Juniper is the best city. When interviewed have.” Its wise of the Sycamore girls to table and, with our advisor factored in, she stated, “My city is the best city because want to bring the experience full circle, and we’re a perfectly balanced city. If my tes- we’re always on time and we’re extremely make the most of the program. Keep it up! timony isn’t enough, though, I also inter- spirited.” What would a city be without its “Its a group of completely different girls viewed Kaylee Goodwin who said, simply, spirited citizens? Go Juniper! who all come together to enjoy each other’s “because we have the most spirited girls.” From Ironwood, Holly argued that her company and learn from each other.” This Apparently we are all passionate about city is the best, stating, “We’re all very cre- statement is from Maeve Lomax answering our cities, and are proud of the way they’ve ative and we have incredible ideas.” Holly why she thinks Mesquite is the best city in developed. We might not be able to agree added that her city would like to use those the state. To be able to draw ideas from other on what the best city is, but we can agree ideas to make Girls State a better place, and is an exceptional skill, so good job Mesquite! that the pride we have in them keeps out we’re right there with you, Ironwood! To answer why she thought Mimosa was competition fierce, and makes Girl’s State In Saguaro, Ainsley Allen stated that her the best city, McKenna Picton answered that that much more fun! Crazy First Night at Girls State BY BANNA PENA with a bunch of crazies.” Aylleen Alvarez things that happened the first night from Cholla City Reporter “Bro, I thought I was gonna fall off my meeting new people to meeting new enti- hat was the craziest thing that bed and die.” Carla Ceja ties but I think we can all agree it was so happened on your first night? “Ghosts.” Kaitlyn Greene much fun! W “I played never have I ever There was a lot of weird and crazy ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 3 JUNE 4, 2019 A Strong Voice for the Nationalist Party

BY ISABELLA STRUCKMAN really important for the youth today and for State Senate. That role interests me a Sycamore City Reporter things that we’re really passionate about. lot and would be helpful in developing the hether sitting in a crowd being I want us to have our six platforms Nationalist Party because I know what we addressed by her or in a chair [Environment, Healthcare, Equity, Educa- want to do. I think my current office will Wacross from her, I can’t help but tion, Immigration, and Poverty] developed get my face out there and also provide a be struck by the natural confidence and because that’s the key to having strong clear understanding of my party which ease that exudes from Angelina Minice, the ideas put into action. could help me potentially.” new Nationalist Party Chairman. I also want to see the Nationalist party She finishes our conversation with some Her words are clear and spoken defini- win a majority in the Senate and House of words of unity and invigoration for the tively-she’s a girl ready to take charge and Representatives because I think that we Federalist party: “I hope the Federalist make some changes. She speaks on the have great ideas and motivated people.” party has really great ideas and, though I desire to bring people and ideas together When asked what makes the Nationalist know they may be different from ours, I that drove her to run as well as her will Party the best, Minice jumps on the question know we can all come together to make to become engaged and involved in Girls with words of hope and ambition. “We have compromises. Hopefully, they’re having as State as much as she can. a lot of young current ideas that are fresh and much fun as the Nationalist Party and get- When asked about the future of her easily attainable through small baby steps.” ting stuff done!” party, Minice grows excited: “I’m really These bold ideas and impassioned rheto- Angelina Minice is without a doubt a excited to work with the platform commit- ric are what she plans to take to her next girl to look out for and a voice that will be tee because they’re writing things that are election as well. “I think I’m going to run heard this week at Girls State. A theme of past, present and future BY MADISON MCBRIDE hallway, you will take a magnificent jour- tory currently consists of all kinds of crazy Manzanita City Reporter ney through time. The more you walk things such as mermaids and wizards. ver since the first day of Girls State, down, the later in the years you will be. Manzanita is currently deciding how the young ladies of Capital City Some of the shops you can expect to see their town this year will deal with these EManzanita have been taking a trip of Manzanita are a pharmacy, gas station, magical elements in order to make their back in time, going all the way back to the cafe, Club Manzinita, a bank, hospital, fire town flourish. 1950s. department, and more that will be based As you can see, the capital city has a lot For their city’s theme this year, they upon their respective years. Their time of interesting events and work to do, but decided on centering themselves around traveling machine is based off of a jukebox, this is not at all a challenge that they cannot different decades and a retro theme, which you can expect to see at the begin- handle. Instead it has only been a fun and starting from 1950s and ending with the ning of the hallway. exciting adventure as they begin to look future. Manzanita will also incorporate their back at the history that was marked years As you walk down Manzanita’s lively theme into their city history. Their his- ago in Manzanita. Jam packed schedule at GS BY PRISCILLA GIA Much involvement and work has been cities encounter a wake up call by their Palo Verde City Reporter applied in every city from the beginning fellow peers, allow me to emphasize, six t the commencement of Arizona and with carrying out your responsi- in the morning! Girls State 2019, a multitude of bilities successfully, requires a need for So let’s say you do go to bed at eleven Aintellects entered the program sleep. and wake up at six, that’s a solid seven blindly, unaware of the time clock each and From the time you lay your head to hours if you’re lucky, which isn’t bad, everyone of us would be running on. rest at eleven at night, you enter a differ- but it could be better under the circum- Sunday evening passes and it feels as ent world, one where you finally relieve stances of a hectic schedule. if it were a week already. Gathered from your worries of the day, not having to fret We are at a race against time. One full multiple conversations, many had no idea about whether you plan to run for a posi- day has passed in Girls State, despite it the distinct details planned and ready tion in city, county, or in state. feeling like a lifetime, we need to stay upon our arrival. Girls state representa- We cannot possibly keep track of time up ladies, literally, because we have four tives have no account of time because if we are continuously pondering about a more full days impacted with important advisers ensure we are kept busy every campaign slogan or what is on the menu events that require our full attention and hour of the day according to our set in for lunch because you woke up too late energy. stone schedule. But hey, proper prepara- to wait in line for breakfast one morning. Give us your jam packed schedule tion allows for successful outcomes, and Speaking of waking up, six in the Girls State because we’re ready and are successful outcomes indeed. morning is the average time multiple hoping for the best.

ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 4 JUNE 4, 2019 The Arizona Girls State expeirence BY ALYSSA ZHANG Saguaro City Clerk Rory Hack at first did Sunbeams, Saguaro Soul Sisters, Saguaro Saguaro City Reporter not know a lot about the program, but was Superbugs books and many more from the n Saguaro City of Kaibab County, the quickly able to learn so much about city previous years of Arizona Girls State. Girls State delegates have learned a lot structure and how it works. Our city immediately brainstormed Iin the past two days. Coming to Girls This wonderful experience has allowed creative ideas and began to work on our State was an experience that was brand us to grow and gain so much more knowl- theme; in a short amount of time, all the new to many of us, and we had the amaz- edge about the government. We have been doors were decorated. ing opportunity to meet and make friends very involved in the election processes and City councilwoman and precinct com- from all over the state of Arizona. performing hands-on activities. mitteewoman Natalie Benton explained, Saguaro City councilwoman Julia On Monday, we were able to elect our “I like how creative our city theme is and Groman stated that “this was an excellent city government officials and learned that how everyone came together as a big group educational experience” and that she was we would be able to design our own city to decide the theme. I like how many puns able to learn more about how the political and create a theme. came out of the discussions and it was very parties work through the speaker presenta- Looking through previous books about engaging. I really enjoyed designing and tions. our city’s history, we read the Saguaro drawing because art is my passion.” Inspiration for a city theme

BY JAZLYN FERNANDO eye catching designs. city citizens were, so when my door was Pinon City Reporter assigned some sort of restaurant, we fter an hour of focused discussion What inspired decided to integrate the ethnic diversity, amongst Piñon city's residents, your door decorations? and that's why we designed our door the Athe theme "Adventure Park" was "I've seen a lot of real life Ranger sta- way we designed it. Even the name of our finalized. The themes was changed mul- tions and I discovered that the majority restaurant "taste around the world" comes tiple times before because of all the dif- of them usually have the same font style. from our ethnically diverse citizens". ferent viewpoints of the city's residents These fonts you might have seen are also ~Roman, Azalea but "Adventure park" seemed to be the used on packages and crate boxes for "Our door literally was inspired by common ground where they could all better reading which is why ranger stations what we were assigned. We had to design agree at. use them, so they can be spotted easily at a city bank and when I think bank, I see 2 days in, and there's already been sub- a camp site. Along with font style, I also dollar signs, I see cash, I see neutral stantial progress. The city saw plenty of found that they approached similar color bank related colors like green and gold folks put their creative side to the test. palettes, they're earthy toned and not very or yellow. Banks are also pretty tangible After admiring all the beautiful doors bright so like Browns, greens and yellows". so that explains our flexible lettering". ~ multiple times and watching them prog- ~Riggs, Ashley Abraham, Freya ress throughout, we wondered what really "The first day I arrived at Girls State, inspired them to come up with those very I immediately noticed how diverse my Congratulations Precinct Committeman

BY ANNA LUCAS tee- which determines a party's views, State closer to, and interact more with the people Manzanita City Reporter Committee - which works to get members who could vote for her party. veryone tells you from the very start of the party running for every position, and Fear and Tucker both look forward to of Girls State, so it is no secret that to the Spirit Committee - which comes up representing the people and their cities, Eget the most out of this experience, with cheers, and chance for a party. as well as discussing the possible aspects you must participate! Well, the six young Sunday night's lively speaker, Chris of their party's platform - which is an ladies from each city who have been voted King- the Pima County Republican Party extremely important part of any party. in as Precinct Committeeman are getting a First Vice Chair, was definitely a motiva- Running for and being elected as a Pre- jump on their involvement and are learning tor to the girls who decided to run. Manza- cinct Committeeman is a great way to get what it takes to run a political party. nita Precinct Committeeman Danielle Fear involved in Girls State right from the start, A party has many Precinct commit- explains King made the position sound and a hands on opportunity for learning teeman. It is a position of leadership in cool, so she was willing to give it a shot. about how local government is run! a political party, and they serve as a link Her fellow Manzanita Precinct commit- These young ladies will spend time dis- between the party and the people. At Girls teeman Alexandra Tucker chose to run for cussing the best ways to get their party State, committeemen can be a part of three committeeman because she likes lower- members elected, winning votes, leading other committees, The Platform Commit- level government jobs, where she can be rallies, and representing the people.

ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 5 JUNE 4, 2019 New Mayor and council BY EMILY BIRD running for office. The 8 girls fought head The mayor was down to two girls, Olivia Juniper City Reporter to head with some already doubling up on Sacci and Haile Miller. Haile ran a tough uniper City has had a lot of changes their duty’s in there city’s. race with her campaign, using her “Miller recently, with tourist increase with the The winners of the city council race were 4 mayor” campaign. Surprisingly with all Jcrater that had landed and the new council! Zailey Gilbert and Riley Glick for nation- that campaigning Olivia Sacci won mayor Voting had a lot of tough calls with four alist and Kennedy Farling and Skyla Rigg for Juniper city! positions open for city council and 8 girls for federalist. Congratulations to everyone. We Are The Federalists! BY ISAURA COVARRUBIAS Fraya expressed why the Federalist chant people at my school are.” shared Piñon citi- Pinon City Reporter “Our Youth” is her favorite, “Our Youth zen Andreson, Gabrielle. onight the Federalists gathered by the shows exactly what we stand for.” Although it was the first meeting, the Flag Pole area for their first meeting. The Federalists were very social and federalists including Piñon citizen Jaclyn TThe energy was high and the cheers excited to engage with others. “Every- Steinke agree that “The chairman is a good were loud. Federalists made their presence one was so warm and welcoming... I had speaker and delivers her message very known with their powerful stance. an ecstatic time!” Piñon citizen Larios, smoothly” as well as the rest of the commit- Their topics hit home for many girls Malintzin express. tee. All federalists are excited for the next which motivated them to participate to have “The motivation to become leaders of the meeting to talk more about their platform their voices heard. Piñon citizen Abraham, girls was shocking to me compared to how and understand the definition of Youth. Kylie Cluff wins mayoral election BY KIERSTEN DUGAN of politics here at Girls State. We learned because of the strong connection she felt Palo Verde City Reporter about the election process and many of the to her city and her desire to represent the wenty three Girls Staters gathered in Girl Staters took on election roles to move amazing people she has met. Palo Verde’s city hall Monday morn- the process along. This look into how elec- She plans to follow her citizens wishes Ting, excited and prepared for the day tions work was the perfect start to our week and create an eco-friendly city. Her other ahead of them. The City of Palo Verde was here at Girls State. goals include unifying her city further and ready to elect their new councilwomen and Learning about the various important passing ordinances and resolutions. She mayor. While most political elections are people needed to run an election smoothly wants her fellow Palo Verde staters that are filled with tension and firing insults back was shocking to most and a great learning running for positions to know that the best and forth, the girls of Palo Verde were the experience for our first day of Girls State. way to be elected is to just get out there, picture of maturity and were supportive of Everything we learn from now on builds talk to people, and make sure they know their fellow Girls Staters on their political off of the foundation we laid on Monday. your name. endeavours. Every girl there was focused Palo Verde’s results quickly came in and Kylie hopes to learn more extensively on unity, empowerment, and learning about Kylie Cuff was elected as Mayor! Kylie is about how our government works and how to shape the future of our government. from Pima, Arizona and goes to Pima High make great friends along the way at Girls This was our first look into the world School. She nominated herself to be mayor State this year. “[We] got the horses in the back...” BY JULIA MCHERRON & BRITTNEY BIGLER hear and recognize all opinions and voices • Morgan Pearson: Wanted for stealing your Ocotillo City Reporters of her citizens. votes he West is about to get wild! Oco- Ultimately she desires for all to benefit • Dennise Collins: Wanted for eating all the food tillo has just started getting their from their experience here at Girls State. • Arden Schickner: Wanted for sleeping in too Thall all gussied up with cacti and She states, “ With the help of her amazing long tumbleweeds to set the scene for their members the city of Ocotillo can become No one is safe in the Wild West, watch out. exciting week. Big shout out to the new the best it has ever been”. Crime is high, so Just a reminder that if you want anything town Mayor Morgan Pearson and her fine your keep your eyes peeled. specific you want to see in the newspaper Council(women) and City Officials. just let us know, we are here for you:) After interviewing the Mayor, Ocoti- THE WORD ON THE STREET: Remember that campaigning for both llo has every reason to be confident in the • Kayla Jacobson: Wanted for escaping prison county and state will begin tomorrow so improvements that will be added to better • Diana Ojeda: Wanted for murdering the Mayor get some sleep and eat those vitamins, it is the city. Mayor Morgan Pearson desires to of Ocotillo about to get crazy!

ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 6 JUNE 4, 2019 June 5, 2019 • Volume 13, Issue 3 • Tucson, Arizona Campaigning for the top spot BY JAZLYN FERNANDO Pinon City Reporter approach people and talk to them because I get these thoughts, like ranya Abraham, a citizen of Piñon is what if they don't agree with me or currently campaigning for the position what if they don't like my tone? Other Fof governor. I wouldn't be exaggerat- than that con, overall it's been pretty ing when I say that she's been campaigning great because everyone I've met so her socks off. After watching her determi- far has been really sweet and willing nation and passion for the position, I Jazlyn to listen and communicate. Fernando, decided to truly learn why she has Do you by any chance feel intim- been so determined and what things set her idated by the girls here or the can- apart from the other candidates. didates running against you, or What county do you represent? would you say you're rather confi - Kaibab! dent at where you are now? Why are you specifi cally running for There's defi nitely intimidation. governor? Girls State offers so many People I've met so far have been other positions. super confi dent and intellectually Obviously, governor is one of Girls State's strong, which really shows the supe- most renowned positions but I'm not just rior quality of Girls State. I've met running because of the status it gives me. the girls running for the same posi- At fi rst I was nervous to run but some- tion and we're all really determined. where inside of me I knew it was some- As for my own confi dence, I'd say thing I wanted to do, something I've always that it's not as much confi dence as it wanted to do actually. I've had previous is persistence. They're all very strong experience in Junior State of America. I and professional candidates and if was on the state cabinet for 2 years. I were a part of the voters, I'd defi - The program just like Girls State was all nitely consider them. about government and the people I was with How would you defi ne a perfect was inspired me a substantial amount. A governor? governor is a mentor like fi gure and I want The perfect governor needs to have a able to recommend useful amendments. to be that mentor for the girls of next year. passion for researching and looking into They should also never be impartial. How has your experience with cam- things. They must be able to search through That's a weakness. They must of course paigning been so far? bills for fl aws and send them back if needed. believe what they believe in but always There have defi nitely been ups and Above all they have to have their fi nger on remember that they represent the people as downs. I'm sometimes nervous when I the hearts of the people; that's how they're a whole across party lines. Crater strikes famous Pear Farm BY EMILY BIRD & YARAA FAWZI Juniper City Reporters every local news channel within the city. tion grew from 80,000 to 120,000, and the Immediately, people attributed the crater’s space theme brought in copious amounts of uniper City was hit by a crater today! impact as an alien invasion, and locals fl ed money to run the city. The crater completely wiped out the inwards into the city, while tourists fl ed The crater also brought in new business Jfamous Pear Farm. The seal was a into our city. with tourists from gift shops in the mall and pear, and since the pear farm’s soil was so The craters impact was devastating even a small museum and gift shop next to damaged, it cannot be restored. for our pear farm, but in the long run, it the crater itself. Within minutes, the news reached greatly impacted our city. Our popula- Sister City open house Campaigning ...... page 1 Sister Cities ...... page 2 brings girls together Battle for Chicken ...... page 3 Little bit louder BY ANNA LUCAS the gifts for the citizens of Mimosa (paper records ...... page 4 Manzanita City Reporter with customized record sleeves- so cute). Manza- n the capital city of Manzanita, the citizens have nita City Mayor Paulina Titterington says that sister excitedly adorned their halls and walls with city was a creative way to get to know each other Icolorful construction paper cutouts. The theme in a positive environment. “Bonding has occurred” they chose this year for their Sister City Event was she laughs. “decades”, so as the visiting City Mimosa walked Other Manzanita citizens strongly agree that down the hall they found themselves in shops and coming up with a theme, decorating their doors, businesses belonging to different eras. creating and distributing gifts with their sister city Though many different themes were brought citizens in Mimosa was a great way to bond with up, such as Monsters Inc and musical genres, once their new city mates and sister city mates. “decades” was voted as the winner the girls quickly The girls of Manzanita happily accepted the got to work on assigning years and brainstorming Hershey’s Kisses fl owers from the Mimosa citi- ideas for each door. zens- each one was unique and held a kind mes- Just like the decision making, decorating was in sage! no way a solo effort. Citizens of Manzanita buzzed After gifts were exchanged, the girls from both from room to room, asking for scissors, tape, mark- cities excitedly shook each others hands and got ers, advice, and assistance. to know one another. Many exchanged Instagram Girls laughed, talked. and got to know each handles, experiences with Girls State so far, and other while Emily Halls - still debating on whether plans for the future. or not to enter the talent show - played a ukulele The Sister City open house brought all the girls rendition of Riptide by Vance Joy. involved closer together and gave everyone a A type of assembly line was developed to create chance to meet someone new. Want to see yourself and your city on the BIG SCREEN?? is published daily by American Legion Auxiliary Arizona Girls State Send in your photos all week and see Penny Maklary, Director Shannon Mead, Editor your photos during the slide show. 2019 Girls State Reporters Holly Hoogstra - Ironwood Lana Aguon - Ironwood [email protected] Kiertsen Dugan - Palo Verde Priscilla Barragon - Palo Verde Yaraa Fawzi - Juniper Emily Bird - Juniper Isaura Cavarrubias - Pinon Jazlyn Fernando - Pinon Where Does the money go? Brittney Bigler - Ocotillo Julia McHerron - Ocotillo BY EMILY BIRD Genevieve Erickson - Mimosa Juniper City Reporter Marvellyn Nguyen - Mimosa useful to the county. It’s how it’s divided is the problem. Banna Peña - Cholla Heather Johnson - Cholla isa Matthews stopped by the state house As the county they must pick the most necessary Anna Lucas - Manzanita Tuesday and talked about county govern- place the money needs to go to and include all the Madison McBride - Manaznita Savannah LaFon - Yucca ment, as the conversation started taxes came mandatory places that the money goes too. Dazhane Brown - Yucca L up. Taxes are a huge topic in today’s society with Some demands for the money go to state level for Rose Glass - Saguaro Alyssa Zhang- Saguaro fl uctuation always happing and always being a hot those requests as well. Lisa gave us a big eye opener Lily Imai - Mesquite topic to talk about among taxpayers. in what goes into county level government alone. Audrey Landers - Mesquite Isabella Struckman - Sycamore Lisa brought up a good decision, tax dollars and Lisa represents where you can go when your Brinley Carrillo - Sycamore where do they go. Lisa explained that of course every- determined in something your passionate about and © Copyright, 2019 Arizona Girls State one wants the money to go to some where good and letting no one get in your way.

ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 2 JUNE 5, 2019 You are someone, be yourself BY BRITTNEY BIGLER & JULIA MCHERRON Ocotillo City Reporters found words when answering a question dead or alive on the most affective way to overcome dif- Jaimes Clark: Wanted for telling too much et another successful day at Girls ferences among her peers in the political and other general mood noisiness State has passed. People have been realm. She shares that it is essential to try Courtney J & Julia McHerron: Wanted Yinspired, friendships have been to understand the individuals personality, for fixing House of Representatives votes forged, and a little healthy competition where they are coming from, and what they Campaigning and bustling about contin- has aspired. It is truly amazing how girls value. This is critical if one desires to come ues as girls prepare for the primary elec- who come from all walks of life, cultures to any type of resolution. tions for both county and state positions. and ideologies can come together to create Remember that the best thing you can be is magic. WORD ON THE STREET: YOU, because YOU ARE SOMEBODY! Lisa Matthews from the Pima County Brittney Bigler: Wanted for stealing hearts Best of luck to any and all running for Economical Department shared many pro- Eufemia Nava & Brynn Bennett: Wanted positions! Smile, you are loved! The Battle and a love for chicken BY EMILY BIRD tion more and ask the residents what they better, Chick-fil-a has it going for them”. Juniper City Reporter thought. A vote was ran for both and we had mix hick-fil-a or Raising canines? That Brisa Santiago said “Raising Caine’s reactions, Chick-fil-a won by ten and Rais- is the question since day one In because I have never had chick-fil-a”. ing Caine’s by six and never had it or enjoy CJuniper city,. We also had others that were dead set on both was seven, the vote was evenly split So I decided to investigate this ques- Chick-fil-a, Zailey Gilbert “Everything is for both!

ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 3 JUNE 5, 2019 A Little Bit Louder Now! BY LILY IMAI & AUDREY LANDERS Paiute County Mesquite City Reporters zanita (repeated 4 times), Manzanita on 3! 1, 2, 3 Manzanita! Mimosa City: none he 72nd session of Girls State com- Ocotillo City: Aaaaa….there ain’t no party Mesquite City: M-E-S-Q (clap) U-I-T-E! menced this past Sunday. Each city like an OG party, cause an OG party don’t (hit the woah) Who are we? Mesquite! Tis already off to a great start devel- stop, woooh! Ironwood City: Iron-what? Iron-woo- oping their city chants. Juniper City: Who’s out of this world? wood! Each chant is synonymous to a football J-U-N-I-P-E-R, Juniper, that’s who we are! Many of the cheers have similarities, as team cheer designed to rally a student sec- they make use of repetition and alliteration. tion into screaming their team onto victory. Supai County There are oftentimes claps involved, as Believe it or not cheerleading was started Cholla City: Can I get a….CHOLLA!!! well. These are fun, simple ways to create by men from Princeton University in 1884! Palo Verde City: I say Palo, you say Verde! chants that are memorable. Cheerleading originated from Great Brit- Palo! Verde! Palo! Verde! Go Green! Go Beyond the surface of the chants, though, ain in 1860s but entered the US in the Green! Palo Verde is our team! we can all tell by now that the girls here 1880s, taking root in Princeton. Yucca City: Yuh-Yuh-Yucca! are genuinely passionate about their city With this in mind, it is crazy to think of and its well-being. These chants essentially how far the concept of cheerleading has Kaibab County symbolize that passion. They serve as an come. Below you will be able to reflect Pinon City: P-I-N-O-N - Pinon! We are enthusiastic reminder of our loyalty to our on the various 2019 Girls State chants and Pinon! Bum ba bum bum bum bum bum cities and of our excitement to be here at cheers in order of their county: Saguaro City: Saguaro you know! Girls State. Sycamore City: S-y (clap) c-a (clap) m-o Here’s to hoping we maintain this zeal Cocopah County (clap) r-e (clap) S-Y-C-A-M-O-R-E, Syca- throughout the remainder of the week and Manzanita City: Man-zanita man, man, more! Syca (pause) more! best of luck to all in your political endeavors!

ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 4 JUNE 5, 2019 June 6, 2019 • Volume 13, Issue 4 • Tucson, Arizona An Inside Look at the Glee Club BY ISABELLA STRUCKMAN and singing groups since she could speak. here even though I’m usually pretty quiet.” & BRINLEY CABRRILLO Sycamore City Reporters Dobler defi nitively states her favorite part Our last conversation was with Janice about Glee are the song choices, though Ochoa who joined glee because “I really n a program consisting almost entirely she refrains from spoiling the surprise of wanted to just be fully involved with Girls of work, some might be surprised to what they actually are. State and to take advantage of all the oppor- Ifi nd an annual Glee Club at Girls State. Unsurprisingly, considering her position tunities I could.” Nevertheless, it’s an integral part of the in the club, her favorite part of Girls State Ochoa has been singing for years and week, and the performance, put on Friday is the many opportunities to run for numer- believes it allowed her to become a confi - night, is both highly anticipated and appre- ous offi ces and constantly participate. dent and more outgoing person. She thinks ciated. However, though all citizens get to Skyla Rigg, another member of the club the presence of a Glee Club at Girls State see the fi nal performance, not many get to and a multifaceted musician, not only sings, is a “great thing because it builds up the hear directly from its participants about the but also plays the piano, guitar, and uke- spirit of all the citizens here” and will, process here at Girls State and their overall lele. She enthusiastically says she joined as Rigg had suggested, help unify all the devotion to the art. because “I love music, and I believe music girls watching. When asked what songs Leena Dobler, Glee Club’s director, unites people. It’s super fun, so why not the group has prepared, Ochoa promises a joined specifi cally because “I feel like I sing with a bunch of people I don’t know?” patriotic performance but won’t give any- can help them out a little bit with my expe- Mirroring her director, Rigg also believes thing else up. rience because I’m good at teaching and the best part about Glee club is the song It seems the Glee Club is loved for a helping people.” These attributes, as well choices and similarly refuses to reveal their reason, and its presence is clearly an essen- as her natural tendency towards leadership, titles. When asked about her experience at tial part of the week here ate Girls State. led to her position as director. Girls State as a whole, Rigg expresses “I How it will look and sound this year, She says she’s always been musically really love getting to know people from dif- though, is a mystery we won’t solve until driven and has been participating in choirs ferent schools and being able to be outgoing the fi nal performance on Friday night.

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Glee Club BY EMILY BIRD ...... page 1 Juniper City Reporter the environment, “Conserve the environment for our Battle for office future.” ...... page 2 o these girls have what it takes to be the next Moving on to the Secretary of state, both candi- Around GS governor or secretary of state? Well four girls dates were very supportive on being the voice of the ...... page 3 think they do, the four ladies came up in front state. Miranda Uribe stated “Hear both sides before I Talent Show D of city hall to discuss what they are going to bring to make the call” was something that stood out the most ...... page 4 the state table. All girls have one clear motive, join in her speech. nationalist and federalist together. Priscilla Barragan had a out standing message, Tonight, both governors running noted about the “Don’t mark my words but, mark my actions”. All environment in the state. Freya Abraham stated that four girls made them stand out in there own ways and she is worried about it but did not elaborate much made there respective points known. further on the topic. Kiersten Rule was very set on Knocking on the Door of Victory BY HOLLY HOOGSTRA & LANA AGUON Ironwood City Reporters Indeed, everyone had different ideas and goals for what they wanted the doors to look like, and in the alking along the hallway in Ironwood, end, everyone was happy with the theme we created. citizens will see doors depicting differ- Each door not only represents a different country Went countries from all around the world. and business, they also represent the different inter- Each door represents a country and has a business ests, passions, and experiences of the girls who live that is associated with what that country is known behind them. for exporting. I know that one of the reasons I was inspired to For example, the Netherlands boasts a fl ower shop make a Netherlands themed door was because my due to their export of tulips and France displays their brother is currently living in Amsterdam. Another fashion industry. The girls in each dorm had a great girl in Ironwood, Nicole Huffman, chose to do an time getting to decorate their doors and everyone is African and safari door due to her passion for art and really happy with how the fi nal products came out. specifi cally drawing animals. Myranda Mo believes that, “Creating the doors All in all, every girl had a great time decorating was a very good way of bringing not only ousitde the doors! They really helped to brighten up the hall- cultures together, but us girls in Ironwood as well. ways of Ironwood and this was our fi rst opportunity This project was really a good way to bring out our to really have to work together and compromise as a creative sides aside from all of the serious work we group. The door decorations are just one aspect that are doing.” Some girls felt that, “Coming up with factor into which city will be crowned the capital and ideas was a struggle, but we eventually had to come Ironwood hopes that they have done enough to hope- together to create something we all liked.” fully secure this title! is published daily by American Legion Auxiliary Arizona Girls State Penny Maklary, Director Shannon Mead, Editor

2019 Girls State Reporters Holly Hoogstra - Ironwood Lana Aguon - Ironwood Kiertsen Dugan - Palo Verde Priscilla Barragon - Palo Verde Yaraa Fawzi - Juniper Emily Bird - Juniper Isaura Cavarrubias - Pinon Jazlyn Fernando - Pinon Brittney Bigler - Ocotillo Julia McHerron - Ocotillo Genevieve Erickson - Mimosa Marvellyn Nguyen - Mimosa Banna Peña - Cholla Heather Johnson - Cholla Anna Lucas - Manzanita Madison McBride - Manaznita Savannah LaFon - Yucca Dazhane Brown - Yucca Rose Glass - Saguaro Alyssa Zhang- Saguaro Lily Imai - Mesquite Audrey Landers - Mesquite Isabella Struckman - Sycamore Brinley Carrillo - Sycamore © Copyright, 2019 Arizona Girls State

ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 2 JUNE 6, 2019 ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 3 JUNE 6, 2019 Arizona Girls State Talent Show 2019 Emcee’s Name/s: City: Description: Time: Daly, Samantha Saguaro Emcees -- Uribe, Miranda Saguaro Hopper, Cameron Saguaro Hoogstra, Holly Ironwood Barragan, Priscilla Palo Verde

Name/s: City: Description: Time: 1 Glass, Rose Saguaro Singing “Come Out and Play” 4:00 2 Benton, Natalie Saguaro Singing “Rise Up” 5:00 3 Pena, Brianna “Banna” Cholla Guitar and Singing “Rip Tide” 4:00 Ballesteros, Samantha 4 Kibarian, Sarah Palo Verde Mystery Talent 2:00 5 Anderson, Joren Ocotillo Violin Solo “The Devil Went Down to 4:00 Georgia” 6 Sorensen, Madeline Ocotillo Singing “Beauty and the Beast” 2:00 7 Castro, Guadalupe Manzanita Poem “Ignorance” 2:00 8 Holm, Bennett Yucca Signing “All I Ask” 2:30 9 Covarrubias, Isaura Pinon Dance Compilation 3:00 Fernando, Jazlyn 10 Nelson, Aaryanna Ocotillo Poem “Release Me, For I Am Strong” 2:00 11 Trevillyan, Analyce Sycamore Sign Language Performance to “We Are the 3:00 World” 12 DeShon, Sadie Mesquite Singing “Taylor the Latte Boy” 4:30 13 Galicia, Lucrecia Ocotillo Poem “The Necklace” 2:00 14 Coleman, Kylie Pinon Violin Solo “Cotton Eyed Joe” 2:00 15 Gomez, Briana Mesquite Dancing “Trip” 2:00 16 Glick, Riley Juniper Singing “She Used to Be Mine” 4:00 17 Abraham, Freya Pinon Singing “Ave Maria” 4:30 18 Butcher, Jade Ironwood Dancing Spanish “Nutcracker” 2:00 19 Sampson, Victoria Juniper Guitar solo “The Star-Spangled Banner” 3:00 20 Dobler, Lena Palo Verde Singing “Gravity” 4:00 21 Cluff, Kiley Palo Verde Ukulele “Rip Tide” 3:00 22 Guerra, Adrianna Sycamore Singing “Los Laureles” 3:00

ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 4 JUNE 6, 2019 June 7, 2019 • Volume 13, Issue 5 • Tucson, Arizona The Real Dancing Queen BY HOLLY HOOGSTRA Ironwood City Reporter going to be a talent show, she encouraged me to audi- ade Butcher, a citizen of Ironwood, has tion. I packed my pointe been ballet dancing for 14 years. She shoes and I love dancing, Jdances under Kathleen Sinclair and so of course I wanted to Jon Cristofori at Ballet Yuma. This summer opportunity to share my she will be dancing at the New York Dance passion on stage” Project and in Washington at the National What will you be per- Choreography Intensive. In addition to forming tonight? being able to attend both of these inten- “I will be dancing the sives, she also received scholarships to Spanish variation from Act each one. II of the Nutcracker. I’m Jade makes time to dance 6 days a week, supposed to have a fan, but while still staying active within her school I didn’t bring one, so I’m and maintaining the grades to be the high- just having to go without.” est ranked female in her grade. Jade dances How are feeling before mostly ballet, but she also dances some the show? contemporary and modern as well. In this “I’m so happy and interview, we will get to learn a little bit excited to dance. Everyone more about her life in dance. in my city has been saying What is your favorite part of ballet they have wanted to see dancing? me dance, so I’m excited “Performing! All of the hours in the to show them! I’m worried studio are tiring and can be long and hard, about the fl oor since it’s but I do it so I can get to the stage and per- really slippery, but I’ll still form in front of others. I may get nervous have fun!” speaking in front of others, but I don’t really What are your future get nervous dancing in front of a crowd.” goals with dance? What is your favorite show you have “I would love to dance been in? professionally with either a “I liked dancing in “Les Sylphides” and ballet company, on Broad- I got to perform in that when I was in New way, or in Cirque du Soleil. York.” I may also want to dance with the company aspects of her life! Ironwood will be cheer- Why did you decide to audition for the at the university I attend.” ing her on at the show tonight and we are talent show? It is clear that Jade is amazingly talented sure she will perform with the natural grace “When my mom saw that there was and hardworking in so many different and beauty that she always possesses! Lost and Found A rather important item has been turned into the Director’s offi ce. Please stop by and see her if you are missing an item. This one could be yours. Thank you - Staff

All articles are written by and submitted by independent student reporters and in no way refl ect the endorsements or opinions of Arizona Girls State or the Arizona Girls State Independent. More than just an election Dance Queen BY HEATHER JOHNSON ...... page 1 Cholla City Reporter and many of the results have been bringing girls Scholarships down...... page 2 irls are squirming in their seats as the results If you are one of these girls, you are not alone. Unified are in for the elections. Shocking results are Remember that success isn’t about awards and other ...... page 3 here to come. Nationalists and Federalists people’s thoughts about you. Know that as long as Bend and Snap G ...... page 4 are split as voting becomes more in depth. you feel you’ve done everything you can, you are Talent Although there were a lot of smiling faces, who successful. Having more time for others and service ...... page 5 feels like the results are bringing them down? A lot can be more benefi cial rather than absorbed in your 1, 2, stop ...... page 6 of work and sacrifi ces have gone into these elections own work. A celebrity in our midst BY ISABELLA STRUCKMAN Sycamore City Reporter n a State fi lled with girls vying for the top spot in elections, it might Isurprise some to hear that Analyce Trevillyan of Sycamore City has won in a very different type of contest. The famous (or infamous depending on your point of view) Kim Kardashian Game has over 42 million downloads and 3.29 billion play sessions. Players have spent over 35,000 years on the app. Despite this massive scale of com- petition, Analyce has managed to enter and remain in the top ten global leaderboard for months now. “I have been playing tain, and though Analyce is currently number seven, this game for around a year and a half now,” she says, she has no plans to drop out of the top ten any time then follows up with this: “There are 160 hours in a soon and is ready to shoot for number one again. week and I’m honest to God gonna say I play around “I’m not the type of girl to go for violent video 30 hours on average.” games. I like collecting things and when I realized you She laughingly admits to being incredibly excited collect these special outfi ts [in the game] I was really when she fi rst entered the top ten and then worked her ready to fl ex and have the best wardrobe out there.” way all the way up to the number one slot for a couple Though perhaps a different accomplishment than of weeks: “I kept fl exing and it actually got to the point one might expect to fi nd at Girls State, the dedica- where I was like I gotta keep this position, and I’d stay tion Analyce has is something to be admired, and up all night so these little suckers didn’t beat me.” quite frankly, I don’t think anyone can deny just how is published daily by Unsurprisingly, the honor is a diffi cult one to main- impressive this feat is. American Legion Auxiliary Arizona Girls State Penny Maklary, Director Shannon Mead, Editor

2019 Girls State Reporters Holly Hoogstra - Ironwood Scholarships and the ALA Lana Aguon - Ironwood Kiertsen Dugan - Palo Verde By Madison McBride Priscilla Barragon - Palo Verde education. Yaraa Fawzi - Juniper Manzanita City Reporter Emily Bird - Juniper There is also the Spirit of Youth Scholarship for Isaura Cavarrubias - Pinon Jazlyn Fernando - Pinon he American Legion Auxiliary offers many Junior Members. This scholarship applies to current Brittney Bigler - Ocotillo scholarship and educational opportunities to ALA Junior members who are high school seniors Julia McHerron - Ocotillo Genevieve Erickson - Mimosa students like ourselves this year at Arizona and who have been Junior members for the past three Marvellyn Nguyen - Mimosa T Girls State. These scholarships range from the local years. A total of fi ve scholarships are offered in the Banna Peña - Cholla Heather Johnson - Cholla level to the national one and are available to different amount of $5,000. Anna Lucas - Manzanita Madison McBride - Manaznita age groups. In all, there are many more scholarships that the Savannah LaFon - Yucca The Children of Warriors National President’s American Legion Auxiliary offers throughout the state Dazhane Brown - Yucca Rose Glass - Saguaro Scholarship offers 15 $5,000 scholarships to high and local ALA units and Legion posts. In total, more Alyssa Zhang- Saguaro Lily Imai - Mesquite school seniors who are direct descendants of U.S. than $1 million is given out every year. Audrey Landers - Mesquite wartime veterans. This applies to over 1.9 mil- For more information, you can look at the national Isabella Struckman - Sycamore Brinley Carrillo - Sycamore lion children out there who are related to warriors website, which is www.ALAforVeterans.org. Make © Copyright, 2019 Arizona Girls State and need financial assistance in their path to an sure to take the opportunities while you can!

ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 2 JUNE 7, 2019 Election season at Girls State

BY KIERSTEN DUGAN for the past few days, can be a little of the possible results set in. All the Palo Palo Verde City Reporter weird. We all came here, to Girls State, Verde girls were talking about the possible lection time has come and the girls because we are leaders and motivated outcomes and the content discussed during staters are ready to go. Every girl, young women. It’s hard to choose your the speeches well into the night. Efrom every county, every party, and favorite candidates when every girl here Thursday morning came quickly and we every city is encouraged to run for office is qualified and deserving of the position. all met in the State House to find out the and participate in campaigns and elections. However, we all pushed past this and results. Here are the elected officials of our After learning about the election process went out there, campaigned, and used our state government: with our county advisors, many of us were voice. Meet The Candidate night was the Governor: Kiersten Rule eager to begin campaigning. We first turned highlight of the election process. All the Secretary of State: Priscilla Barragan in our nomination papers and then began girls staters met outside in the courtyard Attorney General: Jaimes Clark making posters, flyers, and pins. and had the opportunity to socialize with State Treasurer: Trinity Fossee While the election process was excit- their peers and advocate for their desired Superintendent of Public Institution: ing, I think we all felt a little over- positions. Maeve Lomax whelmed. Running against your fellow After general election votes were sub- Supreme Court Justices: Isabella Struck- girl staters, girls you have bonded with mitted Wednesday night, the anticipation man, Rosie Eden, and Julia Groman Cities working towards a unified county BY GENEVIEVE ERICKSON Mimosa City Reporter and everyone’s energy could be felt in heat interaction than genuinely getting to know waves. While the elected county officials someone. In this reporter’s humble opin- fter election results were announced shot up and took their job folders from the ion, in order to have a more functional-and this morning at the State House, the district supervisors, several girls, disap- by extension a more fun- county experi- AGirls State delegates were released pointed with the results of last night’s elec- ence, the delegates within a county need to meet with their counties. Thankfully, the tion shuffled into their positions more sullen. more opportunities for interaction outside trek to the meeting was not as long as the The interactions within the county meet- the context of an election. past two days, but with a decrease in walk- ing drew some questions into my mind. How Girls State is an environment to foster ing distance came a decrease in meeting as a Girls State can we decrease the tension lifelong sisterhood. In order to strengthen space. The City of Mimosa was in charge and encourage cooperation between county this idea of supporting your sisters within of hosting Paiute County in their city hall. members, who are in large unfamiliar with the program, we as delegates should focus Paiute delegates made their way up the one another. With city bonds being so strong, on the concept of proximity of closeness. seven flights of stairs and shuffled into the throwing three separate cities into a small Not physical closeness, as we experienced hall with heavy breath. Bodies eventually room and expecting them to be eager to sup- in county halls today, but rather frequency piled into the small city hall ready to take port each other seems counterintuitive. of interaction. Girls counties should not care of county business. Although we got to meet a good amount only unite through our county chants, but The fervor and nerves left over from of girls on the campaign trail, selling also conversation outside of a candidacy or election were tangible within the room, yourself for a position is a much different policy meetings. Campaigning brings girls together BY ANNA LUCAS Manzanita City Reporter candidate meet and greets were the perfect in your county will definitely help in meet- spot for candidates to get their name and ings for county books, which are often dif- ampaigning is a huge and important platform out. Many passionate candidates ficult to manage because of all the different part of Girls State, and many girls even lost their voice after talking for hours people and opinions. Ctake the job to heart - as they should. on their platforms or bills. Girls State alumni and advisors will Any girl who attended orientation was told Often times, candidates running for real surely agree that campaigning is one of the that they should bring different art sup- life office have spent several months, or most fun and exciting parts of Girls State plies to create campaign posters, and build even up to a year campaigning. It is truly that no delegate should miss out on. Even their campaign as strong as possible. Even incredible that everyone running at girls if you are not campaigning for yourself though colorful posters and catchy slogans States campaigns in just a day! The meet and are advocating for another candidate, help people learn and remember who you and greet was full of laughs and truly deep it is a blast. After a county meeting where are, it is not enough! As many girls running conversation. the young women of Manzanita discussed for an office have learned, talking to people Not only is campaigning a great way to things they learned this week, public face-to-face is an essential part of the pro- get the word out, but it is also a way to get speaking and confidence in oneself were cess. to know Girls State delegates from other hot topics- and many said it was because of Tuesday night’s county rallies, and the counties! Growing tight bonds with people campaigning.

ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 3 JUNE 7, 2019 A look inside Mimosa’s newly elected BY MARVELLYN NGUYEN strongly campaigning throughout primary oped new interpersonal and leadership Mimosa CIty Reporter and general elections for real life govern- skills that can be applied in the real politi- uring this week of Girls State, run- mental leadership positions within a one cal world. ning candidates from the city of week stimulus governmental program. In Congratulations to the newly elected DMimosa have been hard at work at doing so, these girls learned and devel- candidates for Girls State 2019!

For elected House of Representatives : For Elected State Senators: For elected clerk of the superior court: Left-Reagan O’Neill, Right- Marycarmen Salazar Rubio Left-Amanda Burton, Right-Marvellyn Nguyen Katrina Griffin “Bend and Snap” EDITORS: JULIA MCHERRON & BRITTNEY BIGLER Ocotillo City Reporters ongratulations to everyone who acquired county and state positions Ctoday in the general election and all of those who ran! We are all so proud to say that Ocotillo came out strong with many of our girls holding new office positions. With parties now set aside, girls have started the real work. It is truly amazing all that can be accomplished when we come together. The judiciary committee in the house of representatives found themselves in a heated discussion today regarding leg- islation that will hopefully be passed to accommodate the change that all desire to see within our state. Courtney Jovanovich, who is apart of the Allegations Committee in the house of representatives, states “my peers were stern and confident in what they wanted, water *subtle beatboxing* but were also open minded to hearing new Allee Ellershaw: Wanted for shout out to everyone nominated for girls nation ideas that the other girls wanted within riding off on stolen horses y’all got those major qualifications the committee.” And as for the mock trial, Halle Berger, Joren Ander- so thankful for our time here at girls state Attorney General (our very own Jaimes son, Brynn Bennett, Ashley all of you made this experience great Clark) states, “get ready for a trial full of Tapia,Aaryana Nelson Tri- wish our time didn’t end so soon drama, suspense, intrigue and betrayal”. nette Begay: WANTED, crime we love each other to the moon unknown to the public we’re laying these beats like they’re on fire WORD ON THE STREET: Remember to “enjoy the little we worked through all the time and tire Briana Ede: Wanted for eating all the things in life for one day you will we spent this week here together snacks look back and realize they were may we remember these moments forever Rinna Peterson: Wanted for wanting ice the big things” (Kurt Vonnegut).

ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 4 JUNE 7, 2019 Talent at Arizona Girls State

BY ALYSSA ZHANG from 24 Girls Staters. The performances show because she had not sang in front of Saguaro City Reporter included singing, violin, mystery talent, so many people before and wanted to take irls State has been amazing and the poems, dancing, a sign language perfor- on this opportunity at the Girls State talent Saguaro City citizens are having mance, ukulele, and guitars. show. Ga great time becoming friends The talent show had five emcees and Natalie Benton, city councilwoman and with each other. After the election results three of them were from the city of Saguaro! precinct committeewoman, was the next were announced Thursday morning, each They were: Samantha Daly, Miranda Uribe, performer and sang “Rise Up”. A member Saguaro City citizen headed straight to and Cameron Hopper! of show choir at her high school since their county or state meeting location to Rose Glass, Mayor of Saguaro City, freshman year, Natalie wanted to share the learn more about the government and per- started off the talent show by singing song to the Girls Staters at the talent show form their elected duties. “Come Out and Play”. She chose the song because of the empowering message. Her To conclude the day, we all headed over because it was inspiring and loved the favorite part of singing is that she is able to the State House to watch the talent show, message that was repeated throughout the to share happiness with everyone. She says filled with phenomenal performances piece. Rose wanted to sing in the talent that life is too short to be negative. City and county books galore BY LILY IMAI And how do you feel the Mesquite City Reporter Sadie DeShon: I was with Amalia Her- nandez and together we wrote this year’s people in Mesquite have ur week here at Girls State is coming history for the city. I also helped come up worked together in the to an end, but the pressure is still on. with some of the principal ideas behind our making of both books? OCapitol City has yet to be announced city’s resolutions and ordinances. and the city and county books are due in a Haley Kuzia: I did city records and Meg: I was actually surprised with how matter of hours! However, this has not fazed achievements and I did a resolution for well everyone worked together. We all had the City of Mesquite. The girls have been county sheriff. such different jobs and the way we came working hard during all hours of the day, together to make everything work was including during meal times, to make sure How long did that take? really great. that their city book and parts of the county Meg: Longer than I thought it would Sadie: Everybody’s there to help someone book are done to the best of their abilities. I (laughs); at least two hours. if they see they’re overwhelmed, which asked some of the Mesquite residents what Sadie: History probably took about an hour I feel is pretty amazing. For the county it has taken to finish this all. Here is what or two while resolutions and ordinances book, I’ve really seen the residents of they had to say: took about one hour. It was fun, though, so Mesquite step up and collaborate with the it went by fast. Condensing the history took other cities. What was your part in the the longest. Haley: We all help each other out for making of the city and Haley: The roster of achievements took everything. If someones not doing some- county books? about 25 minutes and the resolution took thing they’re always helping someone Meg Sarbacker: I helped make the county about ten. else. and city budgets along with Hibah Usami.

ARIZONA GIRLS STATE INDEPENDENT 5 JUNE 7, 2019 Two Minutes… Thirty Seconds… Stop! BY AUDREY LANDERS Mesquite City Reporter asked Freya Abraham, “What has been your it takes to be a good leader?” biggest take away from Girls State so far She followed by stating that in order ednesday night our Governor and how would you use this as governor?” to be a stellar leader you must be willing and Secretary of State candi- She then respectfully responded by call- to act as a follower. She emphasized the Wdates took part in a “Whistle ing all Girl State attendees her inspiration importance of listening. This was a nice Stop” event. Two reporters from every city for our willingness to work together and answer that supported her campaign. prepared and asked questions to the partici- participate in running for all available posi- Both of these “Whistle Stop” answers pos- pants in hopes of getting a deeper under- tions. This spoke loudly to Freya’s charac- itively attested to their agendas. Although standing of their agendas. ter which I believe all Girl State attendees the outcome was not in their favor, that As a reporter from Mesquite, my partner picked up on. shouldn’t take away from their hard work and I made sure to ask questions that would Our second question, the one I asked to and dedication towards this election. do just that. First, my partner, Lily Imai, Miranda Uribe, stated, “What do you think Great Job Ladies!

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