In years past, DHS has had a club called Youth in Government, or YIG. The club takes part in a mock legislature conference in which students\u00a0in YIG across Michigan can attend. During the conference, there are different events such as parliamentary debates that students have the opportunity to partake in.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt gives kids a lot of public speaking experience,\u201d senior and YIG alumnus, Andrew Morley said. \u201cIt also provides us with real life debate skills as well as a better understanding for the government.\u201d<\/p>\n
Many students who have participated in this program in the past feel the same way. YIG is an educational and beneficial club; however, it may be unlikely that the club can continue to function through this year.<\/p>\n
\u201cAfter some events which occurred last year, our advisers concluded that if people from our district wanted to go in the future, they would have to go as orphans,\u201d senior YIG participant Logan Cook said.<\/p>\n
Due to the strong feelings the members have towards the club, they have decided to try and create a way in which they, as well as newly interested members, will be able to attend this year\u2019s conference.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe want to participate in YIG anyways,\u201d Morley said. \u201cWe won\u2019t be able to attend with our delegation but we\u2019re working to find a way to go because it\u2019s something that we feel is a fun way to learn about government and an all-around good experience.\u201d<\/p>\n
There are many factors contributing to whether or not the members of YIG will be able to attend this year\u2019s conference. Whether or not they do have the chance to attend this year, they are hopeful that the program will be able to run in future years for the benefit of incoming students.<\/p>\n