Question

Lina is an eighth-grade student at a nearby school. Her class has been talking about civic rights and responsibilities. Lina understands the importance of exercising the right to vote, obeying the law, and serving on a jury. However, because she is not old enough to vote or serve on a jury, she doesn’t see how she can be a responsible citizen.
What advice would you give Lina on how she can be a responsible citizen in eighth grade? How can Lina get involved in government beyond voting or serving on a jury?

Answer 1

Lina can identify candidates for local, state, and federal office that she supports and volunteer to work for their campaigns depending on what the age requirement is for her state. She can join age-appropriate political discussion groups in her community.