MANHATTAN — Due to continuing developments concerning COVID-19, the American Legion Boys State of Kansas Leadership Academy has canceled its 2020 session, which was scheduled for May 31 through June 5 at Kansas State University in Manhattan. The decision to cancel this year’s session, which would have been its 83rd, was made to ensure the safety of the delegates, staff and American Legion volunteers.

“On behalf of the entire American Legion Boys State of Kansas Leadership Academy staff, I am saddened that we had to make the decision to cancel this year’s session due to COVID-19,” said Executive Director Shane Wilson. “However, for the health and wellbeing of the delegates, staff and Legionnaires, as well as the Kansas State University employees who assist our program, we felt this was the right call to make with the unknown future of this pandemic. And by canceling the 2020 session now, this allows everyone involved to make alternate plans as needed.”

This year’s attendees will receive information in the coming weeks regarding the impact of this decision, including refunds to those who have completed the registration process.

For more information about this year’s cancellation, visit ksbstate.org. Delegates/families with specific questions, comments or concerns can contact the ALBSKLA at info.1937@ksbstate.org or call 866-241-9920. Sponsors, such as American Legion posts, civic organizations, businesses and clubs, should contact Troy Fowler, ALBSKLA director of operations, at troy.fowler@ksbstate.org.