Broadwater Academy sends strong delegation to Model General Assembly in Richmond

Broadwater Academy students had extraordinary experiences in their roles as lawmakers, media representatives and lobbyists at the recent convening of the Model General Assembly. With a strong delegation numbering nearly 30, the MGA program at Broadwater is one of the most robust and accomplished clubs in the Commonwealth. BA students ascended to several positions of leadership including House Speaker, Sofia Rader, Deputy Clerk, Sarah Outten and Floor Leader, Sterling Stonestreet.

For next year, junior Steven Ye was elected Youth Governor and junior Claire Boyle was elected House Speaker for the 80th Annual Model General Assembly. The entire delegation consisted of Chris Ames, Claire Boyle, Caroline Caison, Sophia Cantwell, Carly Clayton, Bennit Custis, Virginia Custis, Kacey Ford, Danny Gallivan, Neiley Guinan, Jake Haynes, Adrianna Holloway, Susanna Locklear, Mariah Moore, Sarah Outten, Sofia Rader, Noah Rudmin, Lily Scott, Kinsley Stonestreet, Sterling Stonestreet, Caroline Sturgis, Camilla Tang, Izid Tountas, Emmy Trower, Jack Turner, Henry Watson, Tatum Watson and Steven Ye. Model General Assembly (MGA) is a YMCA-sponsored program designed to introduce high school students to the legislative process of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Students in grades 9-12 may participate (with limited roles for 9th graders). This year, approximately 300 students from across Virginia traveled to Richmond for the three-day session, serving as elected officials, lobbyists and media. Statewide, more than 50,000 Virginia students have participated since the program began in 1948.

Broadwater Academy is the premier learning community on the Eastern Shore of Virginia for pre-K – 12 education. With a challenging curriculum, talented instructors, and a diverse student body, Broadwater develops the next generation of respectful, civic-minded leaders and productive citizens.