2 Affton Seniors Attend Missouri Girls State

Two Affton High School seniors spent a week at the American Legion Auxiliary Missouri Girls State program, according to a press release from the school.

Jessica Reed and Paige Smith were selected on their leadership abilities, interest in government, service to others, and academics during their junior year.

They learned the ins and outs of the life of a state legislator, participated in political conventions, and listened to speakers from various levels of local, county and state government.

“It was an amazing week and I learned a lot about Missouri,” Reed said. Smith added, “There were a lot of opportunities to get involved and experiment, to really see what different government positions are like.”

The program is on the campus of University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg.

Reed’s accomplishments at Missouri Girls State:

• Federalist Party Member
• House of Representatives
• Girls State choir
• Campaign manager for the Federalist mayor
• Legislative Class
• City Committee
• Ran for Speaker of the House

Smith’s accomplishments at Missouri Girls State:

• Federalist Party Member
• County Commission
• City Committee Treasurer
• Law Enforcement Class
• Jailer