On Saturday,
November 7, 2015 Maryland District 26 Delegate Tony Knotts, former County
Council Chairman and Council Member for District 8, hosted a 2015 Legislative
Day for youth in in Annapolis, Maryland from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m .
The goal of
the event was to encourage more students to learn how the legislative process works
and become more aware and involved in the political process. Through a mock
session in Annapolis, students had the opportunity to discuss selected bills,
cast their votes, and understand the importance of having their voice heard on
issues of critical concern to them and their community. Schools invited to
participate included Crossland High School, Friendly High School, Oxon Hill High
School, and Potomac High School. Delegate Knotts wanted the focus to be on high
school students who may not normally be interested in government, “Our goal is
to provide greater exposure for youth in the areas of policy and government.”
The 2015
Legislative Day for youth in in Annapolis was held in conjunction with the
National Harbor Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Henry’s Soul Café,
and The Prince George’s County Drug Policy Coalition, Inc.
Please take a
few moments look at the photographs taken of the event, courtesy of Mr. Maurice
Fitzgerald.
Students on Their Way to Vote on Their Bills
Coalition
Members Valencia Campbell, Cheryle Mines,
Volunteer
Jennifer Shanks, and National Harbor Chapter
of Jack
and Jill Leader Colette Gresham Listening
to Mock Teen Leader
Teen Students Gather to Listen to Delegate Tony Knotts
National Harbor Chapter of Jack and Jill Cosponsors
MD State Delegate Michael Jackson Advising Teen Participants
Coalition Members with Volunteer Helper Jennifer Shanks
Teen Participants Voting on Their Leadership
Delegate Tony Knotts with wife, Mrs. Wanda Knotts
More 2015 Mock Teen Participants
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