Voting is a Right!!

My student teacher this semester has been teaching our kiddos about the election process.  She included explaining about the history of voting, why it's such a special right, and is even going to give kids a chance to run their own campaigns.  Maybe that's why Tuesday was such an exciting day for us in third grade!  Each child had the opportunity to vote for President in a way similar to how adults vote.

First, each student had to present their id/voter registration card to the person manning the polling station.  She checked them in and sent them to the next station.

Students were then assigned to a computer to vote electronically.  The thought and pride students put into the vote was priceless.  They took it so seriously!!

 

 They weren't done yet though!  Each child even got their own "I Voted" sticker!!

 

We Voted!!!

 

I hope that everyone had the chance to get out and cast your vote!  Teaching in a place with a heavy military presence reminded me of how important making our voice heard is.  Men and women fight everyday for that right!

 

Happy Learning!