How can I attend? Both events are free and open to the public. They will also be available on the web after the events take place.

Can I ask a question or tell a candidate my idea for the community?

Yes! Students do not have to submit questions in advance of the school board candidate forum - just show up and ask your question.

You can also visit the Candidate Debate and Forum for Youth webpage - have a question for a candidate or official and want to share it for the community to see online? Write it here, or send a video question. Kids Voting hopes to make this an ongoing project - a way to make your voice heard through the year.

Study the candidates and issues, learn about local government, debates asking questions

• Flyer

• Classroom Study Activities and NCSCOS Correlates Grades K-2 3-5 6-8 9-12

• Maps, information about City of Charlotte and Board of Education, vocabulary and more

• Information about the candidates and Election 2009

• Charlotte Observer Election 2009

Thank you Candidate Debate and Forum for Youth Sponsors and Partners!

• Carolina Pad
• Charlotte Observer
• Hearst Corporation Service Center
• K&L Gates
• McGuire Woods
• NC Center for Voter Education
• Piedmont Natural Gas
• Public Library of Charlotte-Mecklenburg
• Robinson Bradshaw & Hinson