T T N N E E M M N N R R E E V V O O G G & & S NS EN EE TE T N N O O I I lf!

T T e s C C r u A A o N IIN ty
repres en sel r u o y s expres f!
Go to

Sacramento!
Speak to key government

officials!

Visit L.A.s

City Hall

Learn the workings of

our democracy

Who are your elected

representatives?
What is

advocacy? city and state?

Does your voice

What issues affect the

count?

MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!

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TEENS TEENS & & GOVERNMENT GOVERNMENT N ION TIO CT AC IN IN A

Teens and Government in Action is a 7-session program for 7th - 11th graders. Planned for the spring of 2014, this program will enable students to learn first-hand about the role that youth can play in the legistlative process. The program includes 2 full-day field trips: one to LA City Hall and one to the State Capital in Sacramento. You must participate in all 7 events to be a part of the program.

SESSION 1: What can youTH Do?

Saturday, April 5 | 10:30am - 4:00pm

Overview, introduction to the program Getting to know each other Introduction to government Introduction to Los Angeles and role of city government

SESSION 2: Trip to L.A. City Hall

See the inner workings of the City Attend a City Council meeting Meet with city officials and staff members

Friday, April 11 | 9:00am - 2:30pm

SESSION 3: Intro to State Government

Understand the different roles of City, County and State governments Discuss a number of current State bills Choose one bill as a group, that you will focus on and advocate for in Sacramento

Saturday, April 26 | 10:30am - 4:00pm

teensandgovernment.eventbrite.com

To apply, please visit:

ALL APPLICATIONS DUE:

MONDAY, MARCH 17
For more information, please contact Julia Taylor: julia@youthink.org | 323-379-2193

SESSION 4: Understanding Our Bill Thursday, May 15 | 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Learn about the bill youve chosen and the arguments supporting and opposing that bill

Saturday, May 17, | 11:00pm - Monday, May 19, 9:00pm

SESSIONS 5 & 6: Trip to Sacramento

SPACE IS LIMITED Dont miss this opportunity!

Transportation and food are included. Program costs $500 a student, but is offered to you at NO CHARGE!

Saturday night: travel to Sacramento by bus Sunday Training: What is advocacy and how do you do it? Practice for lobbying Monday: Share your views with your legislators, learn first-hand about the workings of state government Return home Monday night

SESSION 7: Teens & Government Culmination

Share what youve learned with family and community members

Tuesday, May 27 | 5:00pm - 8:00pm

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Teens and Government in Action Application Please read this information and the entire application carefully before applying. Please contact us with any questions!

What is Teens and Government in Action? Teens and Government in Action is a 7-session program that introduces youth to the role they can play in the legislative process. Through T&G students will learn about the differences between city and state government, how state bills get passed and become laws, and how youth can advocate for laws that address issues facing them and their communities. Students will learn about different state bills on a wide range of social issues, discuss those bills and select a bill that they want to advocate for when they meet with their legislators in Sacramento.

Who should apply for Teens and Government in Action? Teens in grades 7-11 who are interested in politics, social issues, government, public service, and/or community involvement should apply to this program. No experience with these topics is necessary, just a willingness to learn with an open mind, collaborate with a group of your peers, and share your ideas. Teens who have previously participated in youTHink programming AND/OR are interested in becoming part of next years group of youTHink Ambassadors are highly encouraged to apply.

How do I apply? 1) Go to teensandgovernment.eventbrite.com, complete the application, and submit it by Monday March 17 at 5pm 2) AND download the parent the parent/guardian consent form, complete it, get it signed, and scan and mail it to Julia Taylor at Julia@youthink.org OR Text photos of your completed consent form to Julia at 323-379-2193 OR Fax it to Julia Taylor at (323) 761-8990. What happens after I apply? youTHink staff will review your application and contact you for a follow-up phone conversation. Participants will be selected from these conversations and will be notified of our decision by March 28, 2014.

Engaging Students in Contemporary Issues and Civic Action Through Art

To Whom It May Concern: As the parent/ guardian of _________________________________, I have authorized her/his participation in Teens and Government in Action, a 7-session program that provides education and experience in civic involvement and leadership development for youth. As part of that program, my child will participate in two field tripsone on Friday, April 11 to Los Angeles City Hall, and one on Monday, May 19 to the State Capitol in Sacramento. I understand that my child will miss school for these days to participate in the program. Please give my child instructions about any schoolwork they need to make up as a result of these absences. If you would like more information about Teens and Government in Action, please contact Shifra Teitelbaum, youTHink Director, at 323-761-8988 and/or visit their website at www.youthink.org. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely,

_____________________________ Parent/guardian signature

___________________________ Parent/guardian name

__________ Date

A program of the Zimmer Childrens Museum 6505 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90048 Tel.: (323) 761-8311 Fax: (323) 761-8990 www.youthink.org

Engaging Students in Contemporary Issues and Civic Action Through Art

A quien le corresponda: Como padre/ guardin de ____________________________________, e autorizado su participacin en el programa Teens and Government in Action. Este programa, de duracion de 2 meses, proporciona educacin y experiencia en participacin cvica al igual que entrenamiento de liderazgo juvenil. Como parte del programa, mi hija/o participara en dos paseos uno el Viernes, 11 de Abril al edificio municipal de Los Angeles, y otro el Lunes, 19 de Mayo a el capitolio estatal de California. Comprendo que mi hija/o faltara estos das a su escuela para participar en dicho programa. Por favor indiquen a mi hija/o de cualquier trabajo/tareas que necesite completer a consequencia de estas ausencias Si quisiera ms informacin acerca de el programa Teens and Governement in Action, haga el favor de llamar a Shifra Teitelbaum, directora de youTHink, al 323-761-8988 y/o visite nuestra pagina de internet a www.youthink.org. Gracias for su tiempo y consideracin, Sinceramente,

_____________________________ Firma de padre/ guardin

___________________________ Nombre de padre/ guardin

__________ Fecha

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