Sarah Ford | February 3, 2015
Rebellious Youth Flourishes in New Environment, Excelling Academically and Athletically Thanks to Boys Town
After the death of her father, Annie ran wild, becoming increasingly rebellious with each passing year. At her wit’s end, Annie’s mother eventually sent her to Boys Town.
After struggling initially, Annie flourished in her new environment, excelling both academically and athletically—eventually going on to become mayor and homecoming queen:
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