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Congratulations, Youth and Government,

on an exemplary legacy of leadership and service.

YMCA Of Greater SeattleWe build strong kids, strong families, strong communities

May 2, 2007

Congratulations, Youth and Government,

on an exemplary legacy of leadership and service.

YMCA Of Greater SeattleWe build strong kids, strong families, strong communities

Table of Contents

Washington YMCA

Youth &Government2007 Commemorative Book

PAGE 2…60th Session Agenda

PAGE 3…Banquet Schedule

PAGE 4…Letters from Leadership

PAGE 5…Governing Board of Directors / Advisory Board

PAGE 6-8…Alumni Stories of Youth & Government

PAGE 9…Youth Governors 1948-2007

PAGE 10…Youth & Government Award Recipients / Tribute to Host Families

PAGE 11-12…Tribute to Advisors and Coaches / Our State Directors

PAGE 13-15…History and Highlights of the Mock Trial Competition

PAGE 16…Tribute to Mock Trial National Champions

PAGE 17-19…History and Highlights of Youth Legislature

PAGE 20…60/20 Committee / History of Capitol Campus

PAGE 21…Vision and Mission

PAGE 22…Robert F. Utter Award

PAGE 23-24…Special Thanks to Our Donors

PAGE 25-32…Thank You to Our Supporters

WASHINGTON YMCA YOUTH & GOVERNMENT 2007 COMMEMORATIVE BOOK

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Washington YMCA

Celebrating 60 years of Youth Legislature and 20 years of Mock Trial

May 2, 2007 at 7:45PM

Welcome Lucy Helm-Board Chair

&Introduction of this Evening’s Emcee—Mike Egan

Recognition of Honored Guests

Raffle Drawing

Recognition of Program Alumni

Honorary Chairs RemarksHonorable Sid Snyder-Retired Washington State Senate,

Honorable Ralph Munro-Retired Secretary of State, and

Honorable Justice Robert Utter-Retired Washington State Supreme Court

Presentation of Utter Award

Down Memory LaneYouth Legislature & Mock Trial Alumni Share Their Stories

Celebratory ToastsYouth Governor

to the participants (audience repeats)Lt. Governor (President of the Senate)

to the Senate of the State of Washington (audience repeats)Speaker of the House

to the House of Representatives of the State of Washington (audience repeats)Mock Trial Representative

to the Judicial System (audience repeats)Secretary of State

to the State of Washington (audience repeats)Attorney General

to the three branches of Government (audience repeats)Mike Egan

toast to our Alumni (audience repeats)All Toasters

to Our Democracy (audience repeats)

Commemorative Slide Show

ClosingMIke Egan

Wednesday May, 2nd11:00am-noon Registration 12:00-12:30 Area Orientations 1:00-3:30 Legislative Committee in Session 1:30-2:00 Advisor Meeting I

2:00-2:30 Advisor Meeting II

3:30-5:00 Alumni Reception 3:45-4:45 Rules Committee 5:00-6:00 Campaign Rally

5:00-5:45 Governor’s Cabinet Reception

6:00-6:45 House & Senate Organizational Sessions

6:15-7:30 Opening Joint Session

7:45-9:00 60/20 Anniversary Banquet

Thursday, May 3rd 9:00-10:45am First regular session 9:30-10:00 Advisors Meeting I 10:00-10:30 Advisor Meeting II 10:45-11:00 Picture Line Up

11:00-11:45 Pictures with the Governors

11:45-1:30 CONA Delegation Meeting

11:45-1:30 Lunch on Your Own

1:30-4:30 First regular session continued 4:45-5:45 Candidate Speeches

5:45-7:30 First Regular Session Continued 7:30-9:30 Dinner with your Delegation

Friday, May 4th9:00-11:30am Second regular session 9:30-4:00 Election for 2008 Major Officers 10:00-10:30 Advisors Meeting I 10:30-11:00 Advisor Meeting II 11:30-1:00 Lunch On Your Own Program Committee Meeting 1:00-4:30 2nd regular session continued 2:00 Governor’s Press Conference 4:30-8:00 Dinner with Host Families 8:00-11:00 Youth Governor’s Ball

Saturday, May 5th 9:00-11:00am Third Regular Session 9:30-10:00 Advisors Meeting I

10:00-10:30 Advisor Meeting II 11:30-12:30 Closing Joint Session 12:30 Adjournment of the 60th Session of the WA YMCA Youth Legislature

60th Session of the Washington YMCA Youth LegislaturePROGRAM SCHEDULE

Meeting Adjourned

CELEBRATING 60 YEARS OF YOUTH LEGISLATURE AND 20 YEARS OF MOCK TRIAL IN WASHINGTON STATE

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Washington YMCA

Celebrating 60 years of Youth Legislature and 20 years of Mock Trial

May 2, 2007 at 7:45PM

Welcome Lucy Helm-Board Chair

&Introduction of this Evening’s Emcee—Mike Egan

Recognition of Honored Guests

Raffle Drawing

Recognition of Program Alumni

Honorary Chairs RemarksHonorable Sid Snyder-Retired Washington State Senate,

Honorable Ralph Munro-Retired Secretary of State, and

Honorable Justice Robert Utter-Retired Washington State Supreme Court

Presentation of Utter Award

Down Memory LaneYouth Legislature & Mock Trial Alumni Share Their Stories

Celebratory ToastsYouth Governor

to the participants (audience repeats)Lt. Governor (President of the Senate)

to the Senate of the State of Washington (audience repeats)Speaker of the House

to the House of Representatives of the State of Washington (audience repeats)Mock Trial Representative

to the Judicial System (audience repeats)Secretary of State

to the State of Washington (audience repeats)Attorney General

to the three branches of Government (audience repeats)Mike Egan

toast to our Alumni (audience repeats)All Toasters

to Our Democracy (audience repeats)

Commemorative Slide Show

ClosingMIke Egan


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Letters from Leadership

Dear YMCA Youth and Government Students, Volunteers, and Alumni,

I offer you my sincerest congratulations on the celebration of your 60th anniversary. I hope that you are proud of this outstanding achievement.

For many, the YMCA Youth and Government program has served as a solid beginning for life-long careers devoted to public service. The YMCA Youth and Government program instills in our youth a passion for democracy and the civic process that stays with them into adulthood.

I look forward to another 60+ years of Youth and Government in Washington State.Sincerely,

Sam ReedSecretary of State

Greetings from the Governor,

I am pleased to extend warm greetings to all those celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Washington YMCA Youth Legislature Program and the 20th Anniversary of the Mock Trial Program. Congratulations on these significant milestones!

These outstanding educational opportunities allow young people to learn through doing, experiencing the democratic and judicial processes firsthand. I applaud all of the Washington YMCA Youth and Government staff, volunteers, and participants who have made the youth Legislature and Mock Trial programs what they are today. The future rests in the hands of our youth, and prorams like these help ensure that tomorrow’s leaders will be equipped with the knowledge and skill base needed for a fair and equitable society.

Thank you for your hard work and dedication, and please accept my best wishes for a memorable celebration and con-tinued success in the years ahead.

Sincerely,Christine`Gregoire

Governor

Dear Director Nesbit:

It is my pleasure to be involved in the annual YMCA Youth Legislature. This is a wonderful opportunity for Washington State young people to learn how their government operates. Perhaps one day many of the delegates may have a desire to run for a state office.

The students, volunteers and alumni are to be commended for their dedication and commitment to this worthwhile program. Congratulations to all those who have worked hard to make the 60th Anniversary of Youth & Government in Washington State a success!

Sincerely,Brad Owen

Lieutenant Governor


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Governing Board of Directors

Judge William Downing

Jim Bricker

Sam BovardTreasurer

Garrison Kurtz

Judge Robert Lewis

Advisory Board

Lucy HelmChair

Morrie Low

Joan Yoshitomi

Stuart Elway

Jim Ferrell

Chris Koenig

Enid Layes Vice Chair

Jennifer JolySecretary

Mike Egan

Claire Mauksch

Pam Curtis-Bjornsen

Bob Butts

Don Brevik

Sam ReedSecretary of State

Sharon Tomiko SantosWA State Representative

Scott WashburnYMCA of Greater Seattle

Ralph MunroFormer Secretary of State

Justice Robert UtterWA State Supreme Court-Retired


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I must say that my experience was cut dramatically short however, by the earthquake of 1965, which caused cancellation of the 1965 YMCA Youth Legislature. I was slated to be Lt. Governor, but never got to wield the gavel in the Senate! I was fortunate though to be the Governor of the Cowlitz County local version of the Youth Legislature. My most vivid memory was feeling compelled to veto an issue proposed by one of my good friends. There was the usual “eleventh hour” lobbying by each side stating their case, pounding on my door, and I think I even held up the final session trying to decide whether or not to sign or veto the issue. Friendships of course don’t mean automatic approval, but may influence outcomes. It was a good lesson.One of the issues I recall being debated and passing easily was the white line being painted along the curbside of two-lane roads. I think that idea started in the Youth Legislature and eventually became law. Another issue debated back in 1965 was the replacement of the state sales tax with an income tax, and I see that re-cycled from time to time, still not popular enough to pass into law. Thanks again for including me, and have a wonderful celebration and reunion!! John N. Kirkpatrick, 1965 Delegate

Before I entered the YMCA Youth and Government Program my freshman year of high school, I was a timid academic who thought speaking in public was a death sentence. Though the studious part of me remained intact, I evolved into a self-aware, self-confident person who had no qualms with interacting and communicating with people nor audiences. This is the legacy of Youth and Government: transforming individuals into socially conscious and civically interactive individuals for the rest of their lives. Joseph Jenkins, Youth Governor-58th Session

Spirited debate, patient collaboration, exchange of ideas, a dance in the Rotunda, dialogue with elected representatives and senators, staying with families on Cooper Point, that cute girl from ….. now, where was it that she was from? All of these and more are the memo-ries I have of my high school years (1958-1961) in Youth and Government. The interpersonal and academic skills necessary to research an idea, write it as a bill, convince others of its merit, and get the governor to sign it into law have become lessons for a lifetime. As an adult teacher/advisor of a delegation, I continued to learn while students came to grips with the nuances of the program. Later, as a board member, I saw the addition of Mock Trial to the legislative program. That was a difficult job, and yet the skills I learned from the program earlier helped me and others add to Youth and Government. Then seeing a daughter in the program became the icing on a wonderful cake. So, what does Youth and Government mean to me? I cannot answer that. I can say that it is at the core of me, and as such it has become part of that which supports most of what I do! I do not know what I would have become or done without my Youth and Government experiences, but I am sure I would not have felt quite so fulfilled. Jim Tomlin, Alumni, 1958-61

As I contemplate my 30th high school reunion, I realize more and more the important role of Youth and Government in shaping my high school experience. In the program I not only received valuable confidence in speaking publicly about issues I cared about, I was chal-lenged to think and write more deeply about the issues of our day. Youth and Government is one of the few places I know of which allows of a non-ideological focus and interchange of ideas –and encourages thoughtful, respectful and focused expression and interac-tion of those ideas. In our increasingly factionalized society and world, it is much needed! It was always exciting to meet with other youth of the state with the support of government officials offering of the capitol--to feel that we mattered as the future of our state. Committed adults gave me an appreciation and model for the power of mentoring for youth, a commitment I have carried into my profes-sional role as a pastor these past 18 years. It was my pleasure to participate in the 50th anniversary celebration—and I had hoped to be there for the 60th. I am pleased to continue to support and celebrate the continuation of this important and valuable program for youth in Washington—even from the other side of the country. I am deeply grateful for the support of the YMCA in making it available. Rev. Chris Johnson Foster, Youth Governor 1979

In high school I attended the “judicial component” of the Youth & Government program. I remember quite vividly meeting Justice Ut-ter and how kind and interested he was in us. I also remember how scary he was when we went to argue our sides. 29 years later in 2007 I sat next to the Justice during Sunday’s big breakfast but this time as an attorney rater for the championship round.

Karen Koehler, 1978 Delegate

This memory could be considered a memorable event for our entire family. It occurred during the 1981 Youth Legislature. Our oldest daughter, Pam Curtis, was the Youth Governor for that year and our youngest daughter, Julie Curtis, was the Sergeant-at-Arms for the Senate together with another Vancouver youth, Ross Warner. The Governor received a note from Congressmen Rasmussen and Carlos Pizarro that her sister, Julie, had been kidnapped and was being held until the Governor approved their Senate bill which was up for approval at that time. It was a tense time, but Julie was returned safe and unharmed after being held at the local Dairy Queen indulging in ice cream for over an hour.

Marelyn and Jim Curtis, Parents of 1981 Delegates I attended the Hi-Y Model Legislature of 1948 as a state representative from Whatcom County. I made many friends and it was a lot of fun! I have treasured that experience all my life! It gave me an opportunity to see how government functions and the seriousness of debate. I have continued to have a keen interest in governance and politics. I believe young people are fortunate to participate in these activities because whatever career path they may follow, they will be informed citizens—the bedrock of our country!

Robert A McFarlane, 1948 Delegate

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My introduction to Youth Legislature came from my daughter who joined the program while a student at North Thurston High School. When my son got to North Thurston, he also participated. During this time, the program needed advisers, and I volunteered, serving for several years with students of the Thurston County Delegation. I marveled at how the students became immersed in the program, learn-ing to write their bills, roles of legislators, lobbyists, the press, and statewide elected officials. And all students enjoyed the opportunity to work with students from other schools and cities. Youth & Government provides unique opportunities for students across the state to meet and work with each other. What a great concept! Because of Youth in Government, and the YMCA, we have contributed, and continue to contribute, to producing quality citizens who are leaders in the state of Washington. Now, as a member of the Washington State House of Representatives, I am working with the state program to help ensure a successful 60th anniversary year and to expand op-portunities for student participation in Youth & Government programs. It is an honor to work with youth who are bright and eager to learn, and Youth and Government brings out the best in our young people! State Representative Sam HuntI remember attending YMCA Youth & Government in Olympia in the Spring of 1966. The weather was warm and the cherry blossoms were in full bloom. The capitol was beautiful. I was captured by the place. I was a lobbyist so had freedom of movement as I worked my issues. I took breaks to walk over to the Temple of Justice where I was fascinated by the Supreme Court and the Law Library. It is pos-sible that the earliest thoughts of my becoming an attorney stemmed from those moments. Later, when I became an Assistant Attorney General, my office was in the Temple of Justice and I did legal research in that library, and remembered back to the days in high school when I visited the Temple as part of Youth & Government. I made some great friends at Youth Legislature and still keep in contact with several of them. My office today is in the Secretary of State’s Office in the Capitol building and I regularly work with the legislature and the courts and I enjoy seeing the Youth Legislature come each year, and it reminds me fondly of those early years.

Nick Handy, 1966 Delegate

Being involved with YMCA Youth & Government was a rare and memorable experience. Serving as a representative my first year in 1951, I was exposed to the legislative process. The following year, I had the unbelievable experience of serving as governor. To this day, I still hold that event in high esteem. While acting as governor, I was fortunate to be a house guest of Governor and Mrs. Langley at the governor’s mansion where not only I stayed but also took my meals. What a wonderful opportunity to engage in dinner conversation with the governor and his wife. Thank you YMCA Youth & Government. Forrest M. Amsden, Memory from 1951 and 1952

As a first-time participant as an attorney rater in the YMCA Mock Trial Competition, I had no idea what to expect. Frankly, my expecta-tions were quite low given my rather misdirected life style in high school in the 50s. I was astounded at the quality of the presentations of the participants, most especially the poise and confidence shown by the participants dealing with what must have been a very stressful situation. The presentations made showed a huge effort in preparation and much more depth of understanding of the legal process than I ever would have imagined from high school students. I came away from the judging process thinking that many of the students I had watched them performed as well or better than myself and many other lawyers with lots of year of actual trial experience. Keep up the good work in whatever careers you may choose! Charles E. Watts, 2007 Attorney Rater

During the 2006 Competition in Olympia, one of the issues was related to “instant messaging” on computers between teenagers and whether their messages could later be admissible in evidence. During one of the arguments, the volunteer Judge and one of the contestant attorneys were engaged in a vigorous argument over some of the details of the instant message. There was a reference to an older, beat up car and the Judge was trying to extract a concession from the attorney about the reference to the car. In frustration, the Judge said: “What word would you use to refer to a broken-down 1965 Chevy?” The high-schooler, posing as an attorney, was stymied. Then, in an instant of inspiration, said: “How about ‘a piece’?” The judge looked puzzled, as well as almost everybody in the courtroom. Nobody seemed to know what the high-schooler was referring to except me. I was in the Jury Box as a rater, biting my lip to keep from laughing out loud. In that instant, it was obvious to me that the time gulf between the class of 1964 and the class of 2006 wasn’t as huge as it seemed.

When I was in high school everybody knew what a “piece” was. It was a reference to a car that had no redeeming value. It was a short-ened form of full name of such a car: “a piece of s#@t.” A name that was well known to all of us that couldn’t afford Mustangs and GTO’s, but rode around in aging, four-door, two-tone, stick-six, “pieces.”

I’m still laughing about the student that blurted out this response under pressure and then looked around the Courtroom, hoping that nobody understood what he had just said. Our eyes didn’t meet, so he probably thought that the dangerous response had slipped by unnoticed; but he didn’t know that one grey-haired baby-boomer thought the response was hilarious.

Thomas A. Brown, 2006 Attorney Rater

Going to state was one of the best experiences of my life. It truly confirmed my desire to become a lawyer, and it showed me it is pos-sible, and that if I work hard it will pay off. I’m not afraid of going to college next year thanks to Mock Trial. I am extremely excited to study law and I have great motivation. I got to be exactly who I wanted to be, and accomplished exactly what I wanted to accomplish and I couldn’t be more happy.

Jessica Replogle, 2007 Mock Trial Participant

Mock Trial has provided me with the courage to improvise on my feet and to look an adult in the eye and explain my point of view logically and firmly. It has also given me a strong interest in and respect for the American legal system, as well as an acute sense of self-confi-dence which I believe carries into other areas of my life.

Claire Mauksch, 2006 Mock Trial Participant


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To all who passed through the experience, to those who came back to their Y’s to help and to those who are experiencing it today. It is a wonderful program. It is one of those building blocks in “life” and my congratu-lations to all. —Mike Robinson, Retired YMCA Professional

reprinted with permission of the King County Bar Association

Alumni Stories of Youth & Government


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Youth Governors 1948-2007

Governor Christine Gregoire and 2007 Youth Governor Morrie Low

1948 Walter Becker Spokane1949 No Information No Information1950 Paul Schumann Sunnyside1951 Kenneth Erickson Puyallup1952 Forrest Amsden Spokane1953 Gordon Conger Seattle1954 Robert Breitenfeldt Yakima1955 Richard Miers Tacoma1956 Dan Hungate Pullman1957 Cal Papritz Everett1958 Dave Bayne Yakima1959 Ray Cairncross Olympia1960 Ray Lindstrom Spokane1961 William Almon Everett1962 Pete Hanson Pasco1963 Omar Parker Hoquiam1964 Allen Sherwin Spokane1965 Robert Bond Port Angeles1966 Peter Lierance Port Angeles1967 Andrew Bohrnsen Hoquiam1968 Bill Felice Shorline/Seattle1969 Tom Schwartz Longview1970 Morris Johnson Mt. Vernon1971 Bruce King Port Angeles1972 Mark Reiman Mt. Vernon1973 Dave Lewis Seattle1974 Jeanne Cushman Mt. Vernon1975 Mark Munson Yakima1976 Tom Cummings Wenatchee1977 Steve Clark Shorline/Seattle

1978 Bob Otto Port Angeles1979 Chris Ann Johnson Foster Olympia1980 John Best Yakima1981 Pamela Curtis Vancouver1982 Mark Tabbutt Olympia1983 Jim Heckman Port Angeles1984 Mark Carhart Yakima1985 Sung Yang Port Angeles1986 Debbie Niichel Port Angeles1987 Simon Barnhart Port Angeles1988 Dustin Klinger Stevenson1989 Erik Kupka Aberdeen1990 Jay Simons Aberdeen1991 Jonathan Straight Pullman1992 Frosty Gill Stevenson1993 Tom Gannon Tri-Cities1994 Emily Schell Pullman1995 Shawn Lamebull Stevenson1996 Skyler Brimhall Kent1997 Kirstin Haugen Northshore1998 Tonya Sprague Southeast1999 LesLee Bickford Walla Walla2000 Sarah Sarchin Northshore2001 Sam Downing Lakeside2002 Magnus Altmayer Yakima2003 Benjamin Rubinfield Seattle Academy2004 Tela Crane Sammamish2005 Joe Jenkins Heritage2006 Addison Tice Northshore2007 Morrie Low Stevenson


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Our State Directors

Youth Legislature Award Recipients

Tribute to Host FamiliesA little known, but big part of the Youth Legislature experience is the home stay. There are only two or three state Youth & Government pro-grams that still offer home stays. Washington’s board of directors feel that the home stay is an integral part of the experience. Students not only learn about democratic governance when in Olympia, they also learn the people skills for succeeding in life, the etiquette of meeting new people and being a gracious guest.Olympia is a good natured community and every year around 50 families open their homes to YMCA Youth & Government delegates for three nights.Families in Olympia have been opening their homes for sixty years to the program. Many have written us that they are so sorry they can no longer host because they’ve

moved into a retirement home. Some hosted for over thirty years. Why do they do it? Debby Pattin, a long-time volunteer, who hosted kids from Bell-ingham wrote, “The thing I most en-joyed about hosting was hearing their enthusiasm for the bills they were working on. Also my grade school kids were thrilled to spend time with the ‘teenagers’ as they called them.”

Host families are friendly, kind, and tolerant. They’re good neighbors. What binds them with a com-mon thread is a special feeling that by hosting these young adults, they are helping something bigger, help-ing young people find their way in life, helping some-thing as important as democracy itself. Thanks to the thousands of host families over the past 60 years.

Sharon Foster Outstanding Delegation Award1984 Bickleton High School1985 Northeast Seattle YMCA1986 Stevenson High School1987 Aberdeen Family YMCA1988 Lower Columbia Basin YMCA (Tri-Cities)1989 Tacoma Pierce County YMCA1990 South Sound Area YMCA (Olympia)1991 Kitsap Family YMCA (Bremerton)1992 Wenatchee Valley YMCA1993 Southeast Family YMCA (Everett)1994 University Prep (Seattle)1995 Yakima Family YMCA1996 Meredith Mathews East Madison YMCA (Seattle)1997 Stevenson High School1998 Aberdeen Family YMCA1999 Southeast Family YMCA (Everett)2000 Southeast Family YMCA (Everett)2001 Southeast Family YMCA (Everett)2002 Sammamish2003 University2004 Heritage2005 Metro2006 Metro

Mock Trial State Champions1986 Carroll High School1987 Gonzaga Preparatory1989 Moses Lake High School1990 Franklin HIgh School1991 Franklin HIgh School1992 Franklin HIgh School1993 Ft. Vancouver HIgh School1994 Lynden High School1995 Ft. Vancouver HIgh School1996 Ft. Vancouver HIgh School1997 Franklin HIgh School1998 Franklin HIgh School1999 Franklin HIgh School2000 Franklin HIgh School2001 Franklin HIgh School2002 Franklin HIgh School2003 Seattle Prep2004 Seattle Prep2005 University Prep2006 Seattle Academy of Arts & Sciences2007 Seattle Prep

Outstanding Judicial Participant1979 Dean Sleeper (Port Angelos)1980 Bernadette M. Pratt (Highline-Seattle)1981 Donald S. Rose (Highline- Seattle)1982 Diane L. Lamon (Highline- Seattle)1983 Kevin D. Stewart (Highline- Seattle)1984 Norman Cheng (Pullman)1985 Danielle Hornbaker (Tacoma)1986 Derek Keith (Tacoma)1987 Christina Dobbs (Othello)1988 Heather Shaw (Eastside-Seattle)

This portion of the Youth Legislature was replaced by the Mock Trial Program.

We have sponsored several kids each year and have enjoyed every moment. The first time we still had our children at home and they became fast friends. Once our children left for college, we decided to continue offer-ing our home. It never seems to be a burden and the kids we have hosted have been delightful. We encourage others to open their homes and enjoy the gift of friendship. —Jacki & Bill Gavin


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1972-1983 Sharon FosterDuring my tenure as director the special memories I have for this terrific program include the election of the first three women as Gov-ernor, Jeanne Cushman in 1974, Chris Johnson in 1979 and Pam Curtis in 1981 and the first African American Governor, John Best in 1980; Governor Spellman signing House Bill 747, tax relief for YMCA’s; our annual sessions meeting simultaneously with special ses-sions of the Washington State Legislature; the Sonics winning the NBA championship, and Seattle Slew winning the Kentucky Derby during our session. But most of all I will always remember the advisors and kids, the heart of the program and always in my heart

1984-1990 Martha JollyIt was my pleasure as Executive Director of YMCA Youth & Government from January, 1984 to July, 1990. I followed in the able foot-steps of Sharon (Petty) Foster and had a great base upon which to continue growing this outstanding program. During the years of 1984-1990 Youth & Government leadership: • initiated the first statewide volunteer advisor training (held at YMCA Camp Dudley in Eastern Washington) • transitioned from an appellate Judicial Program to the current YMCA Mock Trial Competition. • secured a $175,000 Washington State Centennial grant for a statewide Mock Constitutional Convention in 1989 (partnering with The Junior Stateman Foundation) • introduced a Freshman House of Representatives to accommodate a growing enrollment of younger students • initiated the YMCA Youth & Government Endowment fund • initiated the Governor’s Breakfast and Proclamation Signing, which began as a fund-raising breakfast for lobbyists in the Governor’s Office

Our State Directors

To the adults who advise Youth & Government delegations You are an essential element of the program. Research has shown that positive

adult relationships are one of forty developmental assets in an adolescent’s life that can make a difference between success and poor choices. Thank you for your dedication to democracy and to the future

leaders of this country. —with much gratitude YMCA Youth & Government

My advisor is the perfect mix of friendliness and authority: a little bit of guidance and a little bit of fun. —unknown student delegate

Sharon Foster

Outstanding Judicial Participant1979 Dean Sleeper (Port Angelos)1980 Bernadette M. Pratt (Highline-Seattle)1981 Donald S. Rose (Highline- Seattle)1982 Diane L. Lamon (Highline- Seattle)1983 Kevin D. Stewart (Highline- Seattle)1984 Norman Cheng (Pullman)1985 Danielle Hornbaker (Tacoma)1986 Derek Keith (Tacoma)1987 Christina Dobbs (Othello)1988 Heather Shaw (Eastside-Seattle)

This portion of the Youth Legislature was replaced by the Mock Trial Program.

1990-1999 Nora HallettThe 90’s were my years as Executive Director and I loved every minute. The Mock Trial program grew substantially and a lot of work went into developing the Board of Directors and a strong fund-raising capacity with an alumni base for the entire organization. Our 50th Anniversary celebration was held in the Rotunda and House Chambers. The respect and love for the programs that legislative and judicial employees had was palable. The nurturing of state employees in the Sergeant-at-Arms office, the Code Revisers’, the Secretary of State’s office, the Governor’s office, the GAO, the Administrative Office of the Courts, Thurston County Courthouse

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1999-2003 Linda MedcalfMy years were marked mainly with dreams of a “normal” session—we started off with a great one, following in Nora’s very capable footsteps. Then there was the earthquake—and the scramble to find venue. The Evergreen State College generously allowed us the use of their campus—which made for some very interesting logistical challenges. For example, somehow we neglected to mention to Evergreen Security that the Governor’s entourage would be arriving and they were stopped; we’re still not sure how many students found the nude beach; conversations between Evergreen students and Youth Legislature delegates provided new and interesting debates for our participants, etc. The next year we were allowed to use the damaged state capitol, the last group to use it before closure for repairs. Finding and photographing all the cracks, dips and missing plaster became a major preoccupation. Then came the adapted capitol—the white tent, the basement offices, the very cramped chambers, the off campus events (thanks to Olympia High School for joint sessions and the United Churches for campaign speeches). Somehow through all the shifting venues and logistics, the kids rose to the challenge and conducted great sessions! I loved my years as executive director with YMCA Youth & Government—and the years I attended as a participant and now as an advisor.

2003-current Janelle NesbitIt is an honor to serve as the current Executive Director of the YMCA Youth and Government program. I began serving in February of 2004. My first memory of the program was attending the Governor’s Breakfast and meeting the officers of the 57th session. I followed in the footsteps of Linda Medcalf and three other dedicated and passionate Directors that gave me a solid foundation upon which to continue growing this outstanding program.

Highlights of the last few years:• the move back into the Capitol following the repairs from the 2001 earthquake,• an increase in the number of Washington State Mock Trial teams able to compete in a national competition,• the first delegation of students to represent Washington State at the Conference on National Affairs in Black Mountain, North Carolina (2005),• a partnership with the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to develop avenues for Y&G programs to meet state civic education requirements,• outstanding dedication and involvement by the Board of Directors, including student representatives from both programs • a consistent and dedicated staff, • introduction of the “Governor’s Cabinet” as a means to recognize Major Donors, student leaders and elected officials (2005),• a 50% increase in the Y&G reserve and endowment funds,• a partnership with the U.S. State Department’s World Affairs Council allowing students the opportunity to meet with leaders from other countries to discuss the importance of Democracy around the world,• addition of the 8th Grade Senate making a total of five legislative chambers that meet during the Youth Legislature, and• the reintroduction of the “Governors Ball” back to the Rotunda.

1990-1999 Nora Hallett continued and many others made sure that participants had a successful experience. A tremendous amount of volunteer work goes into keeping YMCA Youth & Government programs alive, and these people do it because they believe in the motto that “Democracy must be learned by each generation”.

There are a couple of stories that represent for me some of the learning that took place in the Youth Legislature. I remember one year, a young man named Trevor Rowe had gotten 300 fluorescent condoms donated to help him lobby a bill to allow condoms in high schools. I made the decision not to allow him to pass them out to students in the House and Senate chambers since we were guests in the Capitol and it would violate their rules and jeopardize our program’s ability to use the building in the future (although I did find a few blown up like balloons in the elevator). He challenged me on free speech grounds and that year there was a lively debate about free speech issues.

Another year, as students were mingling out in the Rotunda one delegation evidently criticized the position of another delegation. The advi-sor came to me and insisted that I punish the group who was being vocal and critical. I refused to do that but encouraged them to exercise their own free speech to defend their position. The next day there was a “counter demonstration” in the Rotunda with placards supporting their position. The advisor told me that nothing had energized their group more than having courage to speak out and they went on to lobby their bills through committee to be passed in both houses.

The public does not often see the results of incidents like these, but those of us who have been privileged to work with YMCA Youth & Government teen leadership programs know the life-changing insights participants can receive. Minds are sharpened, insights into human character are gained, and the understanding of an individuals’ power to act in a democratic society turns on like a light bulb. I am proud and humbled to have been part of this important process for nine years and wish the organization congratulations on its 60th anniversary!


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Top Finalists 2007

1st placeSEATTLE PREP

2nd placeUNIVERSITY PREP

3rd placeFRANKLIN

Beginning in September, students begin studying the case and understanding the lives of the characters they must eventu-ally become. They learn courtroom procedures, rehearse opening and closing arguments, and practice the art of thinking on their feet. Each team must field both a plantiff and defense team, meaning that often times students must play dual roles. During the month of February teams around the state match up for district competitions. When the results are in, it is decided which 20 teams will make it to the state championship in the spring.

2006-07 Mock Trial Highlights

45 Teams competed in 6 district competitions throughout the state

20 Teams competed at the state Mock Trial finals

599 students participated in the 6 district events

Over 300 students and 40 teachers, and coaches along with over 100 volunteers participated in the Mock Trial finals March 23-25th, 2007

The top four teams will move on the the National Level Competition

Over 120 Attorneys volunteered to rate, coach, and support the Mock Trial program throughout the state

A special breakfast was held on March 25th at the Red Lion to honor all those who are participating at the State championships

In 1987, Washington Youth & Government doubled the number of students it could reach by taking on the high school Mock Trial Program, previously run by the Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division. Since its inception, the Mock Trial Program has seen over 11,500 students participate. In 2007, 45 schools participated at district competi-tions and 20 teams competed in the State Finals. Seattle Prep took top honors as the 2007 Champion of the statewide YMCA Youth & Government Mock Trial Program Competition. For the first time in the program’s history four teams from our state will be attending national competitions. The first place team will attend the National High School Mock Trial Champi-onships in Dallas, TX and the three runners up will all attend the American Mock Trial Invitational in New Brunswick, NJ .

History of Mock Trial

Through the years at Mock Trial…


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Highlights of Mock Trial

1994 1996Mock Trial in Washington

1997

Celebrating 20 years

Washington YMCA Youth & Government

Mock TrialCase and Competition History

Winner in bold

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Mock TrialCase and Competition History

Winner in bold

1989Civil Case

Casey Carter v. Henry M. Jackson H.S.Discrimination of a student with AIDS

Moses Lake vs. CapitolSupreme Court Justice Barbara Durham

1995Criminal Case

State of Washington v. Mel Dobson2nd Degree burglary and malicious mischief

Ft. Vancouver vs. Walla WallaSupreme Court Justice Charles Smith

2001Criminal Case

State of Washington v. Tag MontagueFree Speech and Graffiti

Franklin vs. Fort VancouverSupreme Court Justice Tom Chambers

1990Civil Case

Robinson et al v. Adams School District High School Drug Testing Policy

Franklin vs. Port AngelesSupreme Court Justice Charles Smith

1996Civil Case

Capulet v. Rich County S.D.Racial Discrimination

Ft. Vancouver vs. FranklinCourt of Appeals Judge Karen G. Seinfeld

2002Criminal Case

State of Wahington v. Ogden BrowneVehicular Homicide

Franklin vs. University PrepSupreme Court Justice Susan Owens

1991Civil Case

State of Washington v. Chelan LakeThe Right to Die

Franklin vs. ?

1997Criminal Case

State of Washington v. HainesSelf Defense or Murder?

Franklin vs. University PrepSupreme Court Justice Richard B. Sanders

2003Criminal Case

State of Washington v. Taylor GarrisonSports Assault

Seattle Prep vs. FranklinSupreme Court Justice Susan Owens

1992Criminal Case

State of Washington v. HainesInvoluntary Manslaughter/possession of unregistered weapon

Franklin vs. Ft. VancouverSupreme Court Justice James Dolliver

1998Criminal Case

State of Washington v. JonesDomestic Violence

Franklin vs. RidgefieldSupreme Court Justice Richard Guy

2004Civil Case

Internet Freedom Forum,et al v. Sam Houston Civil Liberties and Patriot Act

Seattle Prep vs. University PrepSupreme Court Justice Robert Utter

1993Civil Case

State of Washington v. KruseMalicious Harassment

Ft. Vancouver vs. University PrepElaine Houghton & Steven DeForest

1999Civil Case

Noble v. Katiesburg School DistrictSexual Harrasment in Schools

Franklin vs. University PrepSupreme Court Justice Barbara Madsen

2005Criminal Case

State of Washington v. Whislea DwightAccomplice Liability/Felony Murder

University Prep vs. Ft. VancouverSupreme Court Justice Jim Johnson

1994Civil Case

State of Washington v. Jerrod T. BronsonInsurance Fraud

Lynden vs. Ft. Vancouver

2000Civil Case

A.Williams, M. Graves & Cedar County Board of Education

First Amendment and case for injunctive relief

Franklin vs. University PrepSupreme Court Justice Gerry Alexander

2006Criminal Case

State of Washington v.Lin PaulingConrolled Substance Homicide

Seattle Academy vs. FranklinSupreme Court Justice Susan Owens

2007Civil Case

Cisco Narcissus v. JP “Weegee” ZengerInvasion of Privacy

Seattle Prep vs. University PrepSupreme Court Justice Jim Johnson

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1999 2000 2002

Tribute to Franklin High School National Champions

Mock Trial

Rick Nagelthe teacher behind the legacy.

The Dynasty

Credit is due to the hard work and dedication of Coach Rick Nagel. Without Nagel’s con-stant demand for excellence his teams would have never reached their amazing levels. Josh Sidell, a member of the 1999 and 2000 teams, said “Most teachers don’t like to criticize. They say, ‘Good effort, you tried hard.’ Mr. Nagel will say ‘This was not good.’ But then when you get a paper back…that says ‘Excellent question’ next to it, you have a glow because you will say, ‘I earned that.’ It’s so sincere”.

At Nagel’s roast in 1995 a former student said that Nagel “definitely had a bit of attitude.” Many students would agree that Nagel’s “at-titude” has been a factor in Franklin’s suc-cess. Judge Doug McBroom says of Na-gel, “Of course he has attitude! He wants to

win.” Judge William Downing said, “There is just some magic quality that Nagel has that brings out the best performance in kids.” Na-gel call this “just a Jewish sense of humor.” He says you have to be careful to keep the right balance with a team and in the classroom.

Though the coach of 16 years has a re-cord of shrugging off all credit for the team’s success, it truly lies with him.

Without his work, research, requests for professional help, demand for excellence, analysis, support, spirit, pride, soul and love, there would be no Franklin Mock Trial.

Taken from Franklin High School Mock Trial “The Dynasty”

A complete history of the Franklin Mock Trial Team.

Franklin 1st in State1990 19981991 19991992 20001997 2001 2002

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The Washington State YMCA Youth and Government Program has been providing unique, hands-on opportuni-ties for teens to learn about the govern-mental process and take on leadership roles for the past 60 years. Established in 1947, the Washington State Youth and Government Program was one of the first of its kind and is among the 10 oldest programs in the country. The first Washington Youth Legislature included 150 high school students from YMCA Hi-Y clubs around the state.

Throughout the year participants spend time in their local delegations learning the basics of state government. They practice public speaking skills and learn parliamentary

procedure, research and draft legisla-tion, and discuss the roles of the press and lobbyists in the legislative pro-cess. The culmination of the program occurs during the first week in May. It is at this time that students from around the state converge on the state capitol and take over the Legislative Building for their Youth Session. Here students take on the roles of Repre-

sentative, Senator, Lobbyist, Reporter, or Page and do their part in passing legislation that is important to them. In addition to these roles, experienced participants also have the opportunity to take on leadership roles such as Governor, Secretary of State, and Speaker of the House.

The Bill Debate QuizTHE NEWS TRIBUNE-Joseph Turner (reprinted with permission of the News Tribune)

TAKE OUR QUIZOur future leaders have some familiar ideas and some that are really out there. So here’s the quiz: Which of the ideas below have been considered by the Youth Legislature, the adult Legislature or both?

1. Prohibit talking on cell phones while driving.2. Ban smoking within 20 feet of an infant.3. Establish a state income tax.4. Ban all guns except hunting rifles.5. “Whereas the United States of America is always right,” change the name of the U.S. to “World Police.”6. Replace “marriage” laws with “civil unions,” an opening for same-sex marriages.7. Ask Congress to bring back the military draft, a lottery for everyone 18 to 24 years old.8. Provide a tax break on soda pop syrup.9. Raise the state gas tax.10. Allow students who flunk the WASL, to retake the test “as many times as needed.”11. Abolish the death penalty12. Designate the Walla Walla onion as the officialstate vegetable.13. Take away the licenses of two-time drunk driving of-fenders for life.14. Construct a geodesic dome, 162 miles in diameter, to create a tropical climate in Washington to boost tourism.

15. Permit mercy killings and assisted suicide.16. Make voter registration mandatory and fine those who fail to vote.17. Allow the state to confiscate run-down homes that lower the value of neighboring properties.18. Designate martial arts expert and movie star, Chuck Norris as the state’s official bird, replacing the willow goldfinch.19. Ask Congress to allow illegal immigrants whose chil-dren are born here to become citizens if the immigrants hold a job for one year.20. Get rid of the national motto “In God We Trust.”21. Ban “rat tail” hair styles in public schools, subject to a $50.00 fine.22. Regulate interior designers.23. Ban tattoos and body piercing for anyone under 18.24. Require school boards to consider starting high school classes no earlier than 8:30am.25. Lower the legal drinking age to 18.

Answers below

ANSWERS: 1. Both 2. Youth 3. Both 4. Youth 5. Youth 6. Both 7. Youth 8. Adult 9. Both 10. Both 11. Both 12. Adult 13. Youth 14. Youth 15. Youth 16. Youth 17. Youth 18. Youth 19. Youth 20. Youth 21. Youth 22. Adult 23. Both 24. Youth 25. Youth

History of Youth Legislature

1949 YMCA Youth Legislature


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19721951

1970

40’s50’s

60’s70’s

1970: The faces of the 1970 Youth Legislature

1950

Highlights of Youth Legislature…

1957: Youth Legislature participants stop to enjoy the fountain on the Capitol Campus.

1969

1976

1957

1954

1949: Listening intently

1977

In the early days…


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Highlights of Youth Legislature…

1985

1980

1980

1980

1980 Youth Legislature: Check out all the plaid!

80’s90’s

present

1996

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1997

1997

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2005

YOUTH LEGISLATURE

1997: Celebrating 50 years

60years

Celebrating

1997

1988

2006

Through the years! 1947-2007

2007

2002


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Honorary 60/20AnniversaryCommitteeHonorary Co-Chairs

Sid SnyderWashington State Senate, retired

Justice Robert UtterWashington State Supreme Court, retired

Ralph MunroFormer Secretary of State

Committee Chair

Pam Curtis-BjornsenCenter for Evidence Based research, OHSU

Judge William DowningKing County Superior Court

Judge Craig MathesonBenton Franklin Superior Court

Bob ButtsOffice of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Rick NagelFranklin High School Teacher (Mock Trial Coach), retired

Jim BrickerPemco Financial Services, Governmental Affairs

History of the State CapitolAfter Olympia became the capital of the Washington Territory in 1854, the city’s founder, Edmund Sylves-ter, gave the legislature 12 acres of land upon which to build the capitol, located on a hill overlooking what is now known as Capitol Lake. A two-story wood-frame building was constructed on the site, where the legislature met starting in 1856. When Pres. Benjamin Harrison approved Washington’s state constitution in 1889, he donated 132,000 acres of federal lands to the state, with the stipulation that income from the lands was to be used solely for construction of the state capitol.

The legislature formed the State Capitol Commission in 1893 to oversee the creation of a new capitol building on the property in Olympia. The commission held a nationwide competition to find an archi-tect, and chose Ernest Flagg. Construction began on Flagg’s plan, but was stalled by poor economic conditions with only the foundation completed. When the legislature finally passed an appropriation of additional funds in 1897, newly-elected Gov. John Rogers vetoed it. Rogers advocated the purchase of an existing building for use as the state capitol: the Thurston Co. Courthouse downtown. The legislature approved the new location, and began meeting there in 1905.

The courthouse became the location of all agencies of the state government, and within a few years the legislature decided the building was too small. A new State Capitol Commission met in 1911 to build a group of buildings, rather than a single facility, to serve as the capitol. The commission held another com-petition for an architect, and selected the design submitted by the firm of Walter Wilder and Harry White. Construction began in 1912, and the Temple of Justice was completed in 1920, followed by the Insurance Building and the power and heating plant. After multiple revisions to the plans, the Legislative Building was completed in 1928. This building is the dominant feature of the capitol grounds, with its dome reach-ing a height of 287 feet, making it one of the tallest self-supporting masonry domes in the world.

The Lantern and CupolaAfter being in storage for more than thirty years, the lantern of the cupola was restored to its original loca-tion with the Rehabilitation of the Legislative Building in 2004. Now the Lantern shines brightly atop the 287 foot dome with energy from the sun. The Legislative Building solar Project was installed 2004 as part of the Legislative Building Rehabilitation. The solar power project consists of two separate 10 kilowatt solar arrays placed on the 5th floor roof of the Legislative building. Even in a cloudy climate, the 144 solar modules produce up to 20,000 kilowatt hours of electricity annually. This is enough electricity to illuminate the lantern and exterior colonnade.

The word cupola comes from the Latin meaning “little cupo” or little dome originally referring to small domes atop cathedrals which allowed light to enter the sanctuary.

Karen HyattHyatt Corporation

Stuart ElwayElway Research

Enid Layes Sharon FosterFormer Director Don BrevikTacoma Pierce County YMCA

Jeanne Cushman Betti SheldonWashington State Senate, retired

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Karen HyattHyatt Corporation

Stuart ElwayElway Research

Enid Layes Sharon FosterFormer Director Don BrevikTacoma Pierce County YMCA

Jeanne Cushman Betti SheldonWashington State Senate, retired

Vision and Mission

The Vision is to create new generations of ethical and informed public minded citizens.

The Mission of YMCA Youth and Government is to teach Democratic values and skills to youth through hands-on experiences.

Program Goalsto foster the development of citizen responsibility

to develop social competence, problem solving ability, and communication skills

to encourage self reliance and a sense of purpose for youth

to stimulate careful deliberation of social issues and their possible resolutions

to create opportunities to hear and respect varying viewpoints

to apply ethical values in making public policy

to teach the YMCA core values of

Honesty, Caring, Respect, Responsibility, Faith and Fun

“Democracy must be learned by each generation.”

1954: Youth Legislature participants share their vision on the Legislative Building stairs.


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Robert F. Utter Award

In Recognition of Ethical leadership, Commitment to the Ideals of Democracy,

Civic responsibility and Community Service.

1982: Robert F. Utter

Robert F. Utter1997

Daniel J. Evans

1998

Federick T. Haley1999

Ralph Munro2000

Bob Henderson2001

Christine Gregoire2002

Bill Sieverling2003

Rick Nagel2005

Ray Johnston2005


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Robert F. Utter Award Governor’s Cabinet It is with deep appreciation that YMCA Youth and Government

recognizes the corporations, organizations and individuals who have contributed $1,000 or more in 2006-2007 to our teen leadership programs.

The YMCA Youth Legislature and the YMCA Mock Trial Program.

Thank you for your commitment to the young people of Washington State.

Microsoft Corporation

YMCA of Greater Seattle

Lucy Helm

Washington Judges’ Foundation

Starbucks Coffee Company

Key Foundation

PEMCO Financial Services

Jason Helberg & Jennifer Joly

Virginia Stout

Young Lawyers DivisionWashington State Bar Association

Washington Mutual

BECU

Joan Yoshitomi

Nintendo of America

Staurt & Irene Elway, Elway Research

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Alaska Airlines

Puget Sound Energy

BNSF

Washington State Auto Dealers Service

Vulcan Northwest, Inc.

CushmanGale, LLC

Enid Layes

Pamela Curtis-Bjornsen and Lennie Bjornsen

Scott and Cheryl Washburn

Sam and Linda Bovard

Garrison Kurtz

Karen and H. Norman Hyatt

Robert and Janelle Nesbit

Washington District and MunicipalCourt Judges’ Association

Mark Tabbut and Denise Board

Bob and Carolyn Wolfe

AFSCME

Jim Bricker

YMCA of Snohomish County

Saltchuck Resources

State Farm Insurance Companies

BP Corporation of North America

Chehalis Indian Tribe

Hyatt Companies

Washington State Bar Association

Premera Blue Cross

Boeing


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Friends ($250 to $499) Public Affairs of Washington Wahington State Medical Association Chiechi and Associates Bear Mountain Forest Products Carney Badley Spellman, P.S. Ben Bridge Jewelers Bogard and Associates Honorable Robert Lewis Ken & Heide Simpson Angeles Electric Company The Law Firm of Platt Irwin Taylor Ned Lange YMCA of Greater Tri-Cities Whatcom Family YMCA Skagit Valley YMCA Associated General Contractors of Washington Jean Leonard Supporters (up to $249) Frank Pritchard Jean & Russell Anderson Nancy Ashley, Heliotrope Dorothy Eley Honorable Betti SheldonThe Rev. Chris & Andrew Foster Marelyn & Jim Curtis William Fitzharris Clallam County YMCA Lyn Breitenfeldt, Creditors Culsulting Services, Inc. David & Linda Barber Sarah & Christopher Clinton George Cutting Frederick & Margaret Hellberg Honorable Laura Inveen & G. Wm. Shaw Kathleen Jenkins Honorable Paul KraabelBill Montgomery Catherine Morris Jane Reisman, Organizational Research Services, Inc. James Robart Melanie & Wayne Stewart Marsha & Merritt Long Jane Vulliet YMCA at Washington State University Kitsap Family YMCA YMCA of Southwest Washington Jill & Thomas Sells Robert H. & Sarah Alsdorf Fred Cox Gordon & Irene Dick Marilyn Gregory J. R. O’Neil Lisa & Kevin Morrison Honorable Lorraine Hine

A Special Thanks to Our Donors

Founder ($5,000 and up) Microsoft Corporation YMCA of Greater Seattle Lucy Helm Washington Judges Foundation Starbucks Key Foundation PEMCO Financial Services Jason Helberg & Jennifer Joly

Benefactor ($2,500 to $4,999) Virginia Stout Young Lawyers Division, Washington State Bar Association Washington Mutual BECU

Champion ($1,500 to $2,499) Stuart & Irene Elway, Elway Research Joan Yoshitomi Nintendo of America Washington State Trial Lawyers Association Alaska Airlines Puget Sound Energy BNSF Washington State Auto Dealers Services Vulcan Northwest, Inc. Boeing Corporation

Governor’s Cabinet ($1,000 to $1,499) Pamela Curtis-Bjornsen & Lennie Bjornsen Scott & Cheryl Washburn Sam & Linda Bovard Karen & H. Norman Hyatt Robert & Janelle Nesbit Washington District and Municipal Court Judges’ Association Garrison Kurtz Mark Tabbutt & Denise Board Bob & Carolyn Wolfe BP Corporation of North America Chehalis Indian Tribe AFSCME Jim Bricker YMCA of Snohomish County SaltChuk Resources Enid Layes Hyatt Companies Washington State Bar Association Premera Blue Cross State Farm Insurance CompaniesCushmanGale, LLC Sustainer’s ($500 to $999) Forrest & Patricia Amsden Grant & Laura Gardner

YMCA Youth and Government give heartfelt thanks to those who have contributed throughout the last year. They have made it possible for Mock Trial and Youth Legislature to maintain quality programs.

Sustainer’s ($500 to $999) YMCA of Tacoma-Pierce County Honorable William Downing Chris & Liza Koenig Rich Wallis Dorothy Cutting Bill & Carole Koenig Harold LeMay Enterprises Ken & Ellen Nowlin David & Judy Smith Les Schwab Tire Centers South Sound Family YMCA Rebecca Liebman & Charlie Stephens Jay Jennings Clallam County Bar Association Admiral Thomas & Margaret Hayward Robert Butts Kathleen Pierce Lai Morrell Association of Washington Business Jim & Wendy Ferrell Barry Rau, Sterling Associates Sanitary Service Company, Inc.Mike Egan

Friends ($250 to $499) Don Brevik Gary Huff Yakima Family YMCA Cheri Brennan & Tom Horsley Marcia Isenberger, Sammamish Family YMCA Joe Jenkins Janet Levinger Honorable Sharon Tomiko Santos, WA State Representative Justice Robert F. & Elizableth Utter Walla Walla YMCA Washington State Auto Dealers Association YMCA of Grays Harbor YMCA of the Inland Northwest Harold & Muffy Bryan Danny M. Coyne Wayne Clemetson Teodoro Rodriguez, Torero’s William Almon Jeff Belvill WH and EW Medowcroft Community Honorable Craig Matheson Mike MacDowell James Mc Curdy Ralph Davis Phillip & Helen Smart Chris Clark Honorable Sid SnyderEzra Teshome Insurance Agency


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A Special Thanks to Our Donors

Supporters (up to $249) Alaska National Insurance Company Lee Parquarelle Honorable Jeanna Kohl-Welles, WA State Senate Honorable Bobbe Bridge & Jon Bridge John Blackman Honorable Donna DeJarnattDoug Sutherland, Land Commissioner David Lozier John Durbin Honorable Sam Reed, WA Secretary of StateHonorable Slade GordonRobert Simmons Roy Robinson Tracey Garland Thomas Moak Walter Howe Robert McDougal Paul McTaggert Charles Jenner Herbert Bridge Marcia Naismith Nancee Wildsermuth Judy Burns Richard Rust Dick Ford Honorable RH Bob LewisKenneth Masden Ed Wolfe Mike Goodwin Honorable Mark LitchmanDr. John Moore Daniel Merryfield Jean Bateman, Bateman Consulting Company Honorable Harold GoltzBruce G. Hanson James Townsend Mimi Sheridan Honorable Louise Miller, WA State RepresentativeDavid Munro Anne Marie Kilgannon Justice Charles and Eleanor Smith Joanne Brekke-Selk Honorable Joan HouchenBarbara Johnston Dr. Peter Brooks Russell Tailor Dubs Herschlip James Beard Larry Gilliam Jerry & Jeanne UsherBill Stauffacher

Supporters (up to $249) Eleanor Dornan Ellen Field Albert McKee Joyce Allen Alicia Levezu James Butler Steve Retz Dudley Brown Honorable Roy FergusonCory Wilson-Hoss Amy Holland Rachel Leavitt-Baron Honorable Georgia GardnerDustin R Klinger Mako Nakagawa Susan Anderson Catherine Hillenbrand Earlyse & Larry Swift Chris Thompson Paola Maranen Kathleen Hurlburt Donna Christensen Arlene Anderson Aaron Gillies Merlin Advocates Kathleen Petrie Patrisha Milton Anne Solwick Mark Johnsen Glendon Greer Honorable Joe TallerOdd Valle Honorable Bill KiskaddonMarge Brouillet Stephen Bean Oscar Soule Jerry Creim George Masten Bob & Penny Nerup BreAnna Dupuis Troy Van Dinter Jon Barwick Ferdinand Palumbarit Thomas Garland S.R. Vokey Laura Deason Honorable August Quigley MardesichCindy Zehnder Honorable Randy DornWashington State Council of Firefighters Fund Patricia DurhamWashington State Labor Council

YMCA Youth and Government give heartfelt thanks to those who have contributed throughout the last year. They have made it possible for Mock Trial and Youth Legislature to maintain quality programs.

Supporters (up to $249) Honorable Ralph & Karen Munro Deborah Raas John Noland The O’Hanlon Family Honorable Patricia Thibaudeau, WA State Senate Elaine Von Rosenstiel Gayle Weston Wenatchee Valley YMCA David & Dorothy Bjornson Dan Dunne, Heller Ehrman Holly Gadbaw Terry & Cecelia Horn Robert A. & Betty McFarlane Katie Proteau Patrick & Kristi Sanford Dr. Daniel Vetter, Vetter Dental Group Kandace & Larry Lee Monica Elenbaas Willis Page Sharon Case Linda Hull Sarah Channel Kayla Castleberry Patrick & Susan Dunn Aequus Corporation Matt & Elizabeth Downs Leslie Axling Honorable Hal ZimmermanCoyne, Jesernig, LLC Dwayne Slate T.K. Bentler Andrew Anderson & Karin Strelioff Honorable Catherine Shaffer Honorable Gordon Walgren, Consulting ServicesDavid Landau David W. DunnPyramid Communications, Inc. Robert Knudson, Casa Mia Management Kate & Marty Brown Alkire & Associates James Joly Washington’s Public Ports Association Jim Spady, Dick’s Drive-INS, Ltd., L.P. Tricia Burke Edward Lenhart Sharon Maghie Tom & Brenda Fitzsimmons Kathleen Collins Gene Schlatter & Associates Evelyn Lemoine Kimberly Ellwagner Richard Chapin Honorable Nita RinehartJean and Jim Vandervate

Friends ($250 to $499) Public Affairs of Washington Wahington State Medical Association Chiechi and Associates Bear Mountain Forest Products Carney Badley Spellman, P.S. Ben Bridge Jewelers Bogard and Associates Honorable Robert Lewis Ken & Heide Simpson Angeles Electric Company The Law Firm of Platt Irwin Taylor Ned Lange YMCA of Greater Tri-Cities Whatcom Family YMCA Skagit Valley YMCA Associated General Contractors of Washington Jean Leonard Supporters (up to $249) Frank Pritchard Jean & Russell Anderson Nancy Ashley, Heliotrope Dorothy Eley Honorable Betti SheldonThe Rev. Chris & Andrew Foster Marelyn & Jim Curtis William Fitzharris Clallam County YMCA Lyn Breitenfeldt, Creditors Culsulting Services, Inc. David & Linda Barber Sarah & Christopher Clinton George Cutting Frederick & Margaret Hellberg Honorable Laura Inveen & G. Wm. Shaw Kathleen Jenkins Honorable Paul KraabelBill Montgomery Catherine Morris Jane Reisman, Organizational Research Services, Inc. James Robart Melanie & Wayne Stewart Marsha & Merritt Long Jane Vulliet YMCA at Washington State University Kitsap Family YMCA YMCA of Southwest Washington Jill & Thomas Sells Robert H. & Sarah Alsdorf Fred Cox Gordon & Irene Dick Marilyn Gregory J. R. O’Neil Lisa & Kevin Morrison Honorable Lorraine Hine


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Congratulations YMCA

Youth and Government

for 60 years of Youth Legislature

and 20 Years of Mock Trial Success!


Looking forward to many more years of successteaching our youth the ideals of democracy!

YMCA Youth & Government


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