School
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At Meet Your State Legislators events, students can learn about the life of a state senator or assembly member and have access to an informative Q&A session. During a Leadership in the Community seminar, students are equipped with the knowledge to grapple with real world governmental problems. Students will learn about the history of the women’s vote in America and gain an appreciation for the importance of voter registry in Mock Elections activities.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies.
topics covered:
U.S. government, civics, voting, women’s rights, women’s suffrage, citizenship, history, life skills, communication, team building.
contact info
Name: Staff
Email: [email protected]
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League of Women Voters of New York State
Visit the League of Women Voters of New York State (LWVNY) for a number of invigorating programs that will challenge your group to engage in their local, state, and national governments. Established in 1919, the nonpartisan political organization strives to encourage the community to be informed about issues in politics and be active participants in government. The organization offers several youth programs throughout the state of New York to teach groups about our government and the importance of being dutiful citizens.
contact info
Hrs: Vary.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Legislature Lesson Plan
Field trips to the U.S. Capitol or state legislature can be a powerful learning experiences. Have your students study the history and structure of their state legislature or the federal government. How many members, how are they selected and how long do they serve? How are laws past and who are your representatives? What is the leadership and what are standing committees? When possible, make a reservation to visit your representative’s office.
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Scouts
Scout groups can work on Citizenship in the Nation and Behind the Ballot badges through LWVNY’s programs. At Meet Your State Legislators events, scouts can learn about the life of a state senator or assembly member and have access to an informative Q&A session. During a Leadership in the Community seminar, students are equipped with the knowledge to tackle real world government problems. Scouts will learn about the history of the women’s vote in the United States and develop an appreciation for the importance of voter registry.
supports scout badges in:
Social Studies.
topics covered:
U.S. government, civics, voting, women’s rights, women’s suffrage, citizenship, history, life skills, communication, team building.
contact info
Name: Staff
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
League of Women Voters of New York State
Visit the League of Women Voters of New York State (LWVNY) for a number of invigorating programs that will challenge your group to engage in their local, state, and national governments. Established in 1919, the nonpartisan political organization strives to encourage the community to be informed about issues in politics and be active participants in government. The organization offers several youth programs throughout the state of New York to teach groups about our government and the importance of being dutiful citizens.
contact info
Hrs: Vary.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Legislature Lesson Plan
Field trips to the U.S. Capitol or state legislature can be a powerful learning experiences. Have your students study the history and structure of their state legislature or the federal government. How many members, how are they selected and how long do they serve? How are laws past and who are your representatives? What is the leadership and what are standing committees? When possible, make a reservation to visit your representative’s office.
View Lesson Plan>>
Homeschool
At Meet Your State Legislators events, homeschoolers can learn about the life of an assembly member or state senator and have access to an informative Q&A session. During a Leadership in the Community seminar, homeschoolers are equipped with the knowledge to maneuver real world governmental issues. Homeschoolers will learn about the history of the women’s vote in America and gain an appreciation for the importance of voter registry through Mock Elections activities in September and October.
topics covered:
U.S. government, civics, voting, women’s rights, women’s suffrage, citizenship, history, life skills, communication, team building.
contact info
Name: Staff
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
League of Women Voters of New York State
Visit the League of Women Voters of New York State (LWVNY) for a number of invigorating programs that will challenge your group to engage in their local, state, and national governments. Established in 1919, the nonpartisan political organization strives to encourage the community to be informed about issues in politics and be active participants in government. The organization offers several youth programs throughout the state of New York to teach groups about our government and the importance of being dutiful citizens.
contact info
Hrs: Vary.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Legislature Lesson Plan
Field trips to the U.S. Capitol or state legislature can be a powerful learning experiences. Have your students study the history and structure of their state legislature or the federal government. How many members, how are they selected and how long do they serve? How are laws past and who are your representatives? What is the leadership and what are standing committees? When possible, make a reservation to visit your representative’s office.
View Lesson Plan>>