The children have been studying the similarities and differences between our local and state governments, how they work and the children experienced first hand the responsibilities of being an informed voter! We invited the Steward School second graders to participate in voting with us for a new Massachusetts governor. Take a peek at some of the future leaders of our community and state.
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| "Name please, you're all set." Nice job Alex! |
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| Someday when we're 18 years old, we will be able to vote! |
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| Every vote counts! |
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| Our "mock election" was so close. The winner is.... Martha Coakley 34 votes & Charlie Baker 33 votes. |
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| Connor has some wonderful ideas if he becomes governor. |
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| Bea, you are such a wonderful environmentalist! |
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| What a great game plan Bea, watch out Charlie Baker! |
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| Cole created two part-part-whole bar models to demonstrate the number of students who voted for Coakley & Baker. |
Lincoln invited his grandfather to our classroom recently and we learned how the town budget helps to support our school and other projects and services in our town. The Selectman discussed the importance of voting when we turn 18 years old, and the students learned the importance of their voice in local, state and national governments.
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| Topsfield Selectman, Lincoln's grandfather visited our class recently to discuss the town's budget. |
My question to the second graders: Do you believe every vote counts in an election??? Yes or No? Please explain why. -Ms. Rogers
ReplyDeleteYes because I know that if you want to do it in your head it can even still count. Even when you are younger than 18.You have the power to not just vote but you can do almost anything or at least half of almost anything!!!!!
DeleteMs. Rogers, I do believe every vote counts, and is important to give each citizen of this country an opportunity to voice their opinion. The United States is unique, in which it allows all citizens the right to vote, and have their chance to influence their government. From: Alex's mom, Kristin
DeleteYes every vote should count because it has to be fair.
DeleteYes.Because if someone had not voted in second grade Martha Coakley would not have won!That is why I think every vote counts.
ReplyDeleteThat was me! Bea!!!
ReplyDeleteMrs Rogers it is very important that every vote counts because if votes didn't count then how would we determine who would be elected. from ALEX !!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteYes, because everyone has a say .
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ReplyDeleteYes, because if they didn't then we would not know who wins!
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Yes I believe every vote counts because when the votes are added together you know who wins.
ReplyDeleteMiss Rogers, I believe that every vote counts too! As human beings we have the right to vote and the right to an opinion. Everyone matters and can contribute to our country. That is why we are the land of the free!
ReplyDeleteP.S. The children did an amazing job on their governor speeches. I was so impressed with all the ideas that the children had.
They are so smart!
- Miss Ciruolo
Yes, for example if 200 and 201 were the results, that one vote can REALLY make a difference. That"s why I think just one vote can make a big difference. Martha Coakley won by one vote. Connor
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