10
Sep
2026

Teaching the Midterms: Engaging Students in Democracy

This LRE Academy is for educators who serve a middle/high school population. 

Event Overview

Midterm elections are right around the corner! Now is the perfect time to spark excitement about civic engagement. Help students build lifelong voting habits by engaging them early. This professional learning workshop is designed for educators teaching grades 6-12 and focuses on local and state elections while aligning with Arizona’s state standards. Participants will explore online games and activities that make learning about voting fun and meaningful. The training also includes step-by-step guidance for setting up a classroom or schoolwide Kids Voting AZ mock midterm election. The focus is on informed voting and civic participation, without discussing specific candidates. Attendees will leave with ready-to-use lesson plans, “I Voted” stickers, Family Activity Booklets, and $100 in FREE curriculum resources.

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