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Why Local Elections Matter

In this lesson, students explore the ways that decisions by local government affect their lives. They’ll review research and data about a few recent local elections to push back against the myth that a single vote doesn’t count. They’ll learn how laws in their state encourage or suppress voter engagement. And in an extension activity, eligible students learn how to register to vote.
Grade Level
6-8 9-12
Topic
Rights & Activism
Subject
Social Studies
Civics
History
Social Justice Domain
Justice Action
October 8, 2020
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Amy Bintliff

Amy is a language arts and reading teacher. She is the author of Re-engaging Disconnected Youth: Transformative Learning Through Restorative and Social Justice Education and is a recipient of the 2014 Teaching Tolerance Award for Excellence in Teaching.
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Introduction & About This Guide

Introduction To feel safe and to feel seen. To feel valued and capable of growth. These are simple concepts—basic pillars of student achievement and the results of good pedagogy. For many queer students, these rights
October 25, 2018