A venture into local government
Want to learn how local government works by attending real government meetings, finding out where government gets its money, who makes decisions and more? Participate in the exciting program YouthCivics or YouthCivics Intro!
YouthCivics
At YouthCivics, students attend government meetings, watch civics happen and experience it first-hand. Sessions include City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, Board of Education, Mecklenburg County Courts, Charlotte Observer and Board of Elections.
YouthCivics is ideal for 10th grade students in Civics & Economics class as well as all teens with an interest in government, law, civics and/or public service. Community service hours are available for completion of the course and providing feedback.
Fall 2010 and Spring 2011 sessions will be scheduled. Information will be announced prior to each class.
There is a one-time course fee of $20. This fee covers handouts and dinner each night.
To register, email the Kids Voting office with the student's name, school, grade and contact information. Questions? Contact Kids Voting (
info@kidsvoting.org or 704-343-6999). After you register, Kids Voting will send you information about the classes, locations and other information.
YouthCivics Introduction
YouthCivics Introduction is an exciting opportunity to learn the basics about local government and attend meetings where local officials make decisions that impact us every day!
YouthCivics Intro is great for:
- High school students who want to visit a local government meeting for personal knowledge or school extra credit
- Scouts and youth groups wanting to learn more about citizenship and civic life
- Students age 10 and up with their parents, together enjoying a visit to learn about local government
Summer 2010 Schedule
- July 13 - Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools/Board of Education
- July 26 - City of Charlotte/City Council
- August 3 - Mecklenburg County/County Commission
- August 10 - Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools/Board of Education
Each session is 6:00-8:00 PM. There is a fee of $5 per person per evening, which covers materials and dinner.
Pre-registration is required. To register, contact Kids Voting (
info@kidsvoting.org or 704-343-6999) with student name, school, grade, contact information and the session(s) you want to attend. Kids Voting will send you information about the sessions, locations and other information.
This opportunity is geared toward students, families and/or groups beginning to learn about civics or making a one-time visit to a local government meeting. Contact Kids Voting for details and scheduling information.
Learn more
You can also visit the kidsvoting.org homepage and sign up for our e-newsletter and Facebook page to receive information other Kids Voting opportunities through the year.
Teacher Resources
Local government activities and lesson content are available for teacher use. Contact Kids Voting for information.