Actively participate in the political process.

Overview

43.2 percent of Americans of voting age did not vote in the last election. With approximately half of US Citizens not engaging in the political process, how then, can we expect students to do the same? This challenge is designed to open students' eyes to the workings of state and local government and to show them that they can make a difference in society, even if they are not old enough to vote.

Big Idea

Politics

The Essential Question

What role do politicians play in everyday life?

Example Guiding Questions

1. Who are politicians?
2. What do politicians do?
3. What makes up the election process?

Example Guiding Activities

1. Research your local government's commission meeting schedule.
2. Identify your local and federal representatives and where their local offices are located.
3. Research any state or local bills that have been recently introduced.