May 10, 2021

Eight students from the Wentzville School District have been selected to attend the American Legion Boys State of Missouri. The American Legion Boys State of Missouri is an eight-day, hands-on experience in the operation and fundamentals of government, and draws together the best and brightest high school students to help lead them down the path in individual success and leadership. Since its inception in 1938, Missouri Boys State has provided over 40,000 high school students with the privilege of attending this practical laboratory in citizenship and leadership training. 

Those selected to attend from Holt High School are Ethan Dunsworth and Dylan Powers-Cody.

Those selected from Liberty High School include Bret Stuerman and Brennen Kohlman.

Those selected from Timberland High School include Kamden Hill, Tyler Powell, Nathan Smith, and Marshall Wiater.

The 81st session of Missouri Boys State is scheduled to be held on the campus of the University of Central Missouri (UCM) June 12-19, 2021. Local sponsors include American Legion Post 323, the Wentzville Community Club, the Wentzville Rotary Club, and the Timberland All-Sports Boosters Club.