Kids Vote in Rochester

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Kids Voting Rochester is back for this important presidential election on November 4, 2008. Students learn about democracy through a combination of classroom activities, family dialogue, and an authentic voting experience on Election Day. In addition to valuable civics lessons about voting and elections, students also explore the right to vote, democracy, and active citizenship. In our inaugural year, 3800 students voted. This year we know that number can be doubled or tripled.

Kids Voting Rochester is made possible by a local partnership which includes schools, election officials, business and community leaders and volunteers. Watch for our posters showing all these “champions of democracy.”

We would like to encourage more adults and high school students to step up and volunteer at the polls. This is a one time “community service” opportunity and requires a short training session and a commitment to work at least two hours at the polls on election day.

Volunteer training

• Wednesday, Oct. 22; 5:30-6:30 p.m. or 7-8 p.m.
• Wednesday, Oct. 29; 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Location
RCTC Heintz Center Commons (enter building from east parking lot)

To volunteer
Send an email!

In 2006, volunteers were caught up in the excitement the youngsters felt while voting with their parents at the polls. It was a rewarding experience for all that took part.

Kids Voting Rochester is hands-on, real-life, real-time education!

For additional information check their website.