Teens & Government Packet

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youTHink is a program of the Zimmer Childrens Museum

6505 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 100

Los Angeles, CA 90048

Tel: 323-379-2193| Fax: 323-761-8990

Email: [email protected]

www.facebook.com/youthinkzimmer

www.youthink.org


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TEENS & GOVERNMENT

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INACTIONTeens 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 HallFriday, April 11 | 9:00am - 2:30pm See the inner workings of the City

Attend a City Council meeting

Meet with city officials and staff members

SESSION 3: Intro to State GovernmentSaturday, April 26 | 10:30am - 4:00pm 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

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

Learn about the bill youve chosen and the argumentssupporting and opposing that bill

SESSIONS 5 & 6: Trip to SacramentoSaturday, May 17, | 11:00pm - Monday, May 19,

9:00pm

Saturday night: travel to Sacramento by bus

Sunday Training: What is advocacy and how do you do i

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 CulminationTuesday, May 27 | 5:00pm - 8:00pm Share what youve learned with family and community

members

To apply, please visit:

ALL APPLICATIONS DUE:

For more information, please contact

Julia Taylor:

[email protected] | 323-379-2193

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!

A program of the Zimmer Childrens Museum

6505 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90048

Tel.: 323-761-8311 | Fax: 323-761-8990www.youthink.org

MONDAY, MARCH 17MONDAY, MARCH 17

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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 encouragedto apply.

How do I apply?

1) Go to teensandgovernment.eventbrite.com, complete the application, and submit it byMonday March 17 at 5pm

2) AND download the parent the parent/guardian consent form, complete it, get it signed, andscan and mail it to Julia Taylor [email protected]

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.
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A program of the Zimmer Childrens Museum6505 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90048Tel.: 323) 761-8311 Fax: 323) 761-8990www.youthink.org

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To Whom It May Concern:

As the parent/ guardian of _________________________________, I have authorized her/hisparticipation in Teens and Government in Action, a 7-session program that provideseducation 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 toLos Angeles City Hall, and one on Monday, May 19 to the State Capitol in Sacramento. Iunderstand 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 ofthese absences.

If you would like more information about Teens and Government in Action, please contactShifra Teitelbaum, youTHink Director, at 323-761-8988 and/or visit their website atwww.youthink.org.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,

_____________________________ ___________________________ __________Parent/guardian signature Parent/guardian name Date


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A program of the Zimmer Childrens Museum6505 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90048Tel.: 323) 761-8311 Fax: 323) 761-8990Northern California Tel.: 415) 565-7272www.youthink.org

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A quien le corresponda:

Como padre/ guardin de ____________________________________, e autorizado suparticipacin en el programa Teens and Government in Action. Este programa, de duracionde 2 meses, proporciona educacin y experiencia en participacin cvica al igual queentrenamiento de liderazgo juvenil.

Como parte del programa, mi hija/o participara en dos paseos uno el Viernes, 11 de Abrilaledificio municipal de Los Angeles, y otro el Lunes, 19 de Mayoa el capitolio estatal deCalifornia. Comprendo que mi hija/o faltara estos das a su escuela para participar en dichoprograma.

Por favor indiquen a mi hija/o de cualquier trabajo/tareas que necesite completer aconsequencia de estas ausencias

Si quisiera ms informacin acerca de el programa Teens and Governement in Action, haga elfavor de llamar a Shifra Teitelbaum, directora de youTHink, al 323-761-8988 y/o visite nuestrapagina de internet awww.youthink.org.

Gracias for su tiempo y consideracin,

Sinceramente,

_____________________________ ___________________________ __________Firma de padre/ guardin Nombre de padre/ guardin Fecha
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