State and Local Elections

STATE AND LOCAL ELECTIONS AND GOVERNMENT IN CONNECTICUT: In this series of lessons, materials and activities, we introduce students to the concept of federalism, paying special attention to the role that state laws play in shaping voting and election processes. Students are also introduced to the role and structure of their local town or city government.
Lesson Plan:	Lesson Materials:
Connecticut and Federalism	Student “Mindwalk” activity Connecticut and Federalism (Student Worksheet) Student Infographic Assignment (see lesson plan)
All Politics is Local Part I	All Politics is Local (Student Handout)
All Politics is Local Part II	All Politics is Local Challenge Cards
Connecticut: Represent!	Connecticut, Represent! (Worksheet and “Born to Run” Mini-project)
How Healthy is Connecticut’s Democracy?	“How Strong Is Connecticut’s Democracy?” (Worksheet) Extension: Public Outreach Director Assignment

“State and Local” Projects and Activities:

Office of the Secretary of the State