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Jose Lira Jr. and Ivie Lopez
By Mila Besich-Lira
Superior Sun
Ivie Lopez and Jose Lira Jr., juniors at Superior High School, have been selected as delegates to the Arizona Boys and Girls State convention this summer. Both were selected for their academic and extra curricular achievements.
The Boys and Girls State program is hosted by the American Legion and is conducted in every state with the exception of Hawaii. The programs are designed to give the delegates an in-depth experience on how governments operate, provide an understanding on how the political process works in America and instill leadership skills in the delegates.
Ivie Lopez will attend the Girls State program at the University of Arizona Campus in Tucson in June. Lopez is the daughter of Joseph Lopez and Renee Vega. She is a well rounded student and athlete at Superior High School. Ivie has involved herself in the Robotics Club, FCCLA and Future Educators of America. She plays volleyball and softball.
Following high school she plans to attend Arizona State University where she plans to study to become a special education teacher.
“I am excited to attend this program and get to meet new people and learn more leadership skills,” she said.
Jose Lira Jr. will attend the Boys State program at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff in June. Lira is the son of Jose and Mila Lira. Jose is an officer of the DECA club and is an active member of the Yearbook staff. He plays football, basketball and baseball and enjoys golfing with family and friends.
After high school Jose plans on serving an enlistment in the US Air Force and then attending Arizona State University to become a sports journalist.
The Red Bear Outfitters and the Superior Rotary Club assist with funding the registration for these programs.
Mila Besich is a resident of Superior with two children. She volunteers for many local organizations. She is an experienced fundraiser and event planner for Copper Corridor Economic Development Coalition. She covers some of the area town councils and schools.
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