Saturday, December 5, 2015

Delegate Tony Knotts Hosts Annapolis Day for Students




 
 
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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