Illinois Legislative Black Caucus hosted 2nd Annual Civic Engagement Day
SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Legislative Black Caucus hosted over 750 students at the Capitol for their 2nd Annual Civic Engagement Day. The event introduced youth to matters of government to promote the development and growth of future leaders.
Students met with legislators, presented their civic topics and learned about state government to prompt their civic engagement.
The Illinois Legislative Black Caucus’ 2nd Annual Civic Engagement Day was held
Wednesday, May 18, 2016, at the Illinois State Capitol & Illinois State Fairgrounds, Illinois Building, beginning at 9:00 A.M.
AGENDA
Group A – Howlett Auditorium (on Capitol Complex) – Welcome, Roll Call and school spirit chant or song.
Group B – Rally at the Lincoln Statue located on the east side of Capitol complex in front of 2nd street. Student leaders present their civic topic & take a group photo with legislator.
10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Group A – Rally at the Lincoln Statue located on the east side of Capitol complex in front of 2nd street. Student leaders present their civic topic & take a group photo with legislator.
Group B – Howlett Auditorium (on Capitol Complex) – Welcome, Roll Call and school spirit chant or song.
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Lobby Legislators at the state Capitol/ Break
12:45 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Lunch/Award Ceremony at the Illinois State Fairgrounds Illinois Building (801 E. Sangamon Ave, Springfield, IL 62706), State Farm Presentation
