Seven high school students from Academy School District 20 participated in last week's American Legion Auxiliary Girls State camp in Greeley, Colorado. The week-long camp teaches students about the democratic process and how state and national government works through mock elections, legislative committees, and civic activities. The girls learned about creating and amending bills, and had the opportunity to bond with other participants from across Colorado. A Rampart High student said she gained valuable insight into how the legislative branch functions in real life compared to textbooks.