Southern University Laboratory School sent 19 students ranging from grades 7th-11th to the 61st YMCA Youth & Government Conference held in Baton Rouge, LA. Organized by State Director Jeremy Miller and Isha Matta, the conference was December 1-3, 2022.

The Louisiana YMCA Youth Legislature conference is a three-day conference held each year that engages high school students from across the state at every level of state government. Students assume roles in all three branches of government as they debate issues of local and state importance. Through the conference, they gain first-hand knowledge of the democratic process and develop leadership and presiding skills. Youth Legislature is a student-led conference where State Board officials are elected by their peers to plan and preside over each conference.

Congratulations to Kalen Williams and Alaysia Raymond! Their bill on the modification of the, “Stand Your Ground,” law ranked high in Committee, passed the House of Representatives, then the Senate. On the last day of session, the presiding Governor vetoed the legislation.

The students displayed their writing, listening, oratorical, and debating skills throughout the conference. Job well done to all attendees.

For more information regarding SULS participation in the Youth & Government Conference please contact Herman R. Brister at (225) 771-3490 or hermanbrister@sulabschool.com