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St Louis Strip Clubs: NEW: Alton teen is club’s state Youth of Year
The candidates also had to write two essays, “Why Post-High School Education is Important,” and, “What the Boys and Girls Club Means to Me.” Once in Champaign, the contestants made three-minute speeches, which resulted in the judges selecting finalists.
The panel of judges then interviewed the finalists individually.
Before heading to state competition, Clanton first had to beat out two members of the Alton club. In Alton, the finalists spoke to a panel of four judges, then underwent a five-minute interview with the group. Local judges were Alton Police Chief David Hayes, Alton High Principal Barb Gillian, AHS Assistant Principal Brian Johnson and banker Steve Thompson.
At Alton High, Clanton has been involved in Talent Search, Big Brother Mentor Program and the Gentlemen’s Club, which “polishes students with promise,” Womack said. Clanton also played football three years. For more information on the dinner, call Womack at (618) 462-6249.