As many of you have probably seen, Franklin is putting on a mock election for the Senior class. This is part of their government/economics class and allows them the chance to be part of an election. This is also very exciting for students, as many of them can vote for the first time this year. The national election this year will be a major one, as this decides how our country will go about handling issues such as education, healthcare, and the economy.
The students sign up as candidates, if they choose to be one. Or they have the option of being part of the campaign staff or representing a state. Then on the election day, which is November 6th there are debates, speeches, questions, etc. This is filmed on the Murrysville channel and can be watched. There is a lot of work that is put forth by the students.
As many of you have noticed, there are poster, fliers, and signs for the candidates all throughout the school. The students have really been enthusiastic when it comes to advertising. It will even come to tearing the other campaign down in the hopes of getting votes. I think this allows the students to pretend that they are really in a political campaign.
The day of the election will allow the Senior class to be excused from classes and participate in the day's activities. This assignment in general is a fun experience for students to learn more about politics.
