Voting Matters to Me - Teaching Civics



Voting Matters to MeThe Why, Who, and How of VotingA Four-Lesson UnitDesigned for high school students to inspire them to become life-long votersVOTING MATTERS TO ME? 2014? Learning Law and Democracy Foundation2395 University Avenue West, Suite 220, St. Paul, MN 55114 AmbroseJennifer BloomAlex GrayFiliz YargiciAll rights reserved. Permission granted nonprofit educational useContents TOC \o "1-3" \h \z \u Unit Overview of Lesson PAGEREF _Toc400824820 \h 4Overview of Lessons PAGEREF _Toc400824821 \h 5Lesson One: Why Should Voting Matter to Me? PAGEREF _Toc400824822 \h 7Issues That Matter to Me Survey and Signs PAGEREF _Toc400824823 \h 11Voter Cards for Lesson 1 Activity PAGEREF _Toc400824824 \h 25Lesson Two: Essentials of Voting PAGEREF _Toc400824825 \h 28Essentials of Voting PowerPoint PAGEREF _Toc400824826 \h 31Why? Who? How? Graphic Organizer PAGEREF _Toc400824827 \h 32Voter’s Bill of Rights PAGEREF _Toc400824828 \h 33Essentials of Voting Vocabulary PAGEREF _Toc400824829 \h 34Sample Ballot 2014 General Election Ballot PAGEREF _Toc400824830 \h 37Lesson Three: Voting as Easy as 1-2-3 PAGEREF _Toc400824831 \h 39Voter Scenario Cards PAGEREF _Toc400824832 \h 44Voter Scenarios Answer Key PAGEREF _Toc400824833 \h 50Diagram of Precinct Voting Station PAGEREF _Toc400824834 \h 57Polling Place Signs PAGEREF _Toc400824835 \h 58Greeter Judge Instructions PAGEREF _Toc400824836 \h 68Roster Judge Instructions PAGEREF _Toc400824837 \h 69Registration Judge Instructions PAGEREF _Toc400824838 \h 70Demonstration Judge Instructions PAGEREF _Toc400824839 \h 72Instructions for Voters PAGEREF _Toc400824840 \h 72Ballot Judge Instructions PAGEREF _Toc400824841 \h 73Ballot Counter Judge Instructions PAGEREF _Toc400824842 \h 74I Voted Sticker Template PAGEREF _Toc400824843 \h 75Roster of Registered Voters PAGEREF _Toc400824844 \h 76Voter Oath PAGEREF _Toc400824845 \h 77Voter Receipts PAGEREF _Toc400824846 \h 78Small Group Voting Scenarios PAGEREF _Toc400824847 \h 79Anticipation & Note Guide PAGEREF _Toc400824848 \h 84Voter Prep 101 PAGEREF _Toc400824849 \h 86Unit OverviewThis 3-4 day voting unit will prepare students to vote by showing students why voting matters to them on the issues they care about. It will inform students about Who? Why? and How? of voting. Students will experience the process of voting and key steps in becoming a prepared voter. Each lesson stands alone offering choice and flexibility for classroom use. The unit is adapted from updated election information available at the Minnesota Secretary of State’s website: sos.state.mn.us or . Unit lessons can be found at .Why teach this unit? A fundamental purpose of education is to prepare students for their role as active and engaged citizens by teaching the importance, skills and rights of voting.Minnesota K-12 Academic Standards in Social Studies9.1.1.1.1Demonstrates skills that enable people to monitor and influence state, local and national affairs.9.1.1.1.2Demonstrate the skills necessary to participate in the election process including registering to vote, identifying and evaluating candidates and issues, and casting a ballot.Unit Content ObjectivesStudents will be able to:examine current topics and rank how much the topic matters to them personally.evaluate the impact of voter turnout on the topics they care most about.understand information on why people vote, who votes and how people vote.apply voting information to precinct voting situations on an election day.demonstrate skills necessary to participate in the election process such as registering to vote and casting a ballot.demonstrate skills of voter preparation in order to identify and evaluate candidates and issues.demonstrate skills that enable people to monitor and influence state, local and national affairs.VocabularySee Election Vocabulary HandoutAssessmentsGraphic Organizer on VotingAnticipation/Note sheet on Voting as Easy as 1-2-3Overview of LessonsLesson ActivitiesLearning ObjectivesMaterialsLesson 1: Voting Matters to Me (20 -30 minutes)Ask students, why vote? Does it really matter to you? Do lesson on “Voting Matters to Me”Discuss issues in current electionStudents will be able to:examine current topics and rank how much the topic matters to them personally.evaluate the impact of voter turnout on the topics they care most about.Student Issue Survey, Voter Cards, Issue signsLesson 2: Essentials of Voting (50 - 60 minutes)Students complete a graphic organizer on voting Why do people vote?Who votes?How do you vote?Show Powerpoint on Voting from MN Secretary of StateElection Vocabulary quizletStudents will be able to:understand information on why people vote, who votes and how people vote.Voting Graphic Organizer, Voting Powerpoint,Sample Registration forms and sample ballots, Election vocabulary and quizlet,Voter’s Bill of RightsLesson 3: Voting as Easy as 1-2-3 (45-60 min.)Students complete Anticipation/Note GuideClass simulates a precinct voting stationORSmall group exercise with voting scenariosDebrief with Anticipation/Note GuideStudents will be able to:apply voting information to precinct voting situations on an election day.demonstrate skills necessary to participate in the election process such as registering to vote and casting a ballot.Note Student Guide, Voter Simulation power point, Election Judge Instructions, Voter Scenarios Handout, Polling place signs,Voter Scenarios, Small-GroupLesson 4: Voter Prep 101 (45-60 minutes)Chart on voting obstacles and responsesGetting ready to votewhere do I vote?what is on the ballot?who should I vote for?Evaluate partisan and non-partisan sources of voter informationEvaluate websites with checklistStudents will be able to:Identify reasons why people don’t vote and explore ways to remove obstacles to votingdemonstrate skills of voter preparation in order to identify, and evaluate candidates and issues.Evaluate sources of voter information in order to monitor local, state and national elections.Evaluation of website checklistLesson One: Why Should Voting Matter to Me?This lesson encourages young people to get involved in the electoral process by ranking issues that matter most to them and then seeing how the realities of voter turnout impacts the issues they care most about. Grades: 9-12Minnesota K-12 Academic Standards in Social Studies9.1.1.1.1Demonstrates skills that enable people to monitor and influence state, local and national affairs.9.1.1.1.2Demonstrate the skills necessary to participate in the election process including registering to vote, identifying and evaluating candidates and issues, and casting a ballot.LEARNING OBJECTIVESStudents will examine topics and rank how much the topic matters to them personally.Students will evaluate the impact of voter turnout on the topics they care most about.MATERIALSStudent Handouts‘Issues that Matter to Me’—student issue survey on current topics.‘Voter Cards for Lesson One Activity’—to be printed, cut and distributed to students. See chart for breakdown of voting cards reflecting voter turnout.Issue Signs for chosen 6 topics to be posted around the room.DURATION 30 minutesPROCEDUREAsk students about issues that matter to them. Ask, “What would you like to see changed in our community?”Hand out a list of suggested changes. Directions, “For each change, rank how important that change is to you personally. You may choose from three options: very important, important, not at all important. Be prepared to explain your choices. At the end, choose the topic most important to you.”Ask students to stand up by the issue that matters most to them. Signs with the issue are posted around the room. If you choose only 6 topics to put up as signs, it groups more students together for a stronger impact. You may want to tell class that these are the most important issues in this particular election cycle. Students may have to stand by their second choice topic.Break down of voter turnout by age in 2010 Congressional election. Number of Students in classMillennials18-20 year olds16.4% VT*Generation Xers35-44 year olds37.7% VT*Baby BoomersOver 6558.9% VT*120/41/42/4241/83/85/8301/103/106/10362/123/127/12422/144/148/14Note: 41.8% total VT**Table 399. Voting-Age Population – Reported Registration and Voting by Selected Characteristics: 1996 to 2010, U.S. Census Bureau, Statistical Abstract of the United States: 2012Print voting cards and mark an X if they are in the percentage that voted.Example for Class of 24 – 8 cards labeled Millennial (only 1 card has an X to show voting) 8 cards labeled Gen Xers (3 cards have “X” to show voting) 8 cards labeled Baby Boomers (5 cards have “X” to show voting)Students can draw cards out of a hat or hand them out as they are standing by their issue. Only one card per student. Randomly hand out voting cards to each student (draw out of a hat). Each student gets one card. See box for instructions on creating voting cards.While they are standing, you may want to ask them why they care about the issue. Ask questions which help students realize why the issue matters to them. Opinions on the issues may be part of the discussion but it is their beliefs about its importance that are the basis for the next step.Once they have their voting card, say the following:If you have a card that says Millennials, you are voters ages 18-20. Only 16% of you voted for Congress in 2010. If you have a X marked on the back then you actually showed up to vote so stay standing. If you do not have an X then sit down.If you have a card that says Generation Xers, you are voters ages 35-44. Voter turnout in your age group was 37%. If you have a X marked on the back then you showed up to vote so stay standing. If you do not, then sit down.If you have a card that says Baby Boomers, you are voters over age 65. Voter turnout in your age group was 59%. If you have a X marked on the back then you showed up to vote so stay standing. If you do not, then sit down.7. Look around the room at where people who voted are standing. These people are the voters in an election that elects members to Congress. This election takes place every 2 years and these statistics are from the 2010 “midterm” election because it is in the middle of a 4-year presidential term. Historically, voter turnout in midterms is much smaller. In 2010, only 41.8% nationwide of all registered voters actually voted and in Minnesota it was 55%. Compare this to the 2012 Presidential election, national voter turnout was 58.7% and 76.1% in Minnesota. However, each of the issues that you care about are decided by Congress and state legislatures – the law-making branch. Ask the class:Which issues are going to be important to the next term of Congress or Minnesota Legislature? Which issues will be ignored? What happened to your top issue? Will it be a priority for lawmakers? If you like the policies of the current President and in the midterms the opposite party wins a majority in the House/Senate, what will happen to the President’s ideas for laws? Or if you don’t like current policies, how can you change direction?Do you trust the 1/3 of your class standing to decide issues that matter to you? Remember young people are 1-2 of the people standing, so how might your issue get decided? Do you want your grandparents deciding your issue?So, why vote? It matters to you!ASSESSMENTStudents identify issues that matter to them for follow-up activity on issues (deliberations, political party platforms) and voting essential information (lesson 2).RESOURCESYou may wish to utilize additional resources on voter turnout statistics:Youth Voting Statistics from CIRCLE at Tufts University Statistics 1950-2012 (PDF) from Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State Voter Turnout Statistics from United States Election Project: . Census Bureau Voting and Registration Data Statistics from Nonprofit Vote That Matter to Me Survey Read each topic and determine how important it is to you. Be prepared to explain your choice.VI = Very ImportantI = ImportantNA = Not at All Important_____ 1. Should marijuana use be legalized? _____ 2. Should all cell phone use be banned (not allowed) while driving? _____ 3. Should the U.S. continue its use of drone strikes abroad? _____ 4. Should the federal minimum wage be increased? _____ 5. Should certain pesticides be banned in order to protect honey bees? _____ 6. Should junk food be banned from school lunches? _____ 7. Should there be drug testing in schools? _____ 8. Should unaccompanied children entering the U.S. illegally be deported? _____ 9. Should the draft be reinstated (brought back)? _____ 10. Should the gas tax be repealed (taken back)? _____ 11. Should the voting age be lowered to 16? _____ 12. Should the age of retirement be raised from 66 to 70?Look at the topics you marked Very Important. Now decide which topic is THE MOST IMPORTANT to you. You will be asked to stand by the issue you care most about.ISSUE IMAGESMarijuana Use 1200150-659765Phones While Driving628205563925456282055368935062820551957070Minimum Wage Junk Food for School Lunches Child Immigration CrisisSources of images: Cards for Lesson 1 ActivityMillennialsMillennialsMillennialsMillennialsMillennialsMillennialsMillennialsMillennialsGenerationXersGenerationXersGenerationXersGenerationXersGenerationXersGenerationXersGenerationXersGenerationXersBabyBoomersBabyBoomersBabyBoomersBabyBoomersBabyBoomersBabyBoomersBabyBoomersBabyBoomersLesson Two: Essentials of Voting This lesson covers critical information about voting and Minnesota election law. It can stand alone as an informative lesson on elections, or provide content applied in the precinct polling place simulation in Lesson 3: Voting as Easy as 1-2-3. Grades: 9-12Minnesota K-12 Academic Standards in Social Studies9.1.1.1.1Demonstrates skills that enable people to monitor and influence state, local and national affairs.9.1.1.1.2Demonstrate the skills necessary to participate in the election process including registering to vote, identifying and evaluating candidates and issues, and casting a ballot.LEARNING OBJECTIVESStudents will be able to understand information on why people vote, who votes and how people vote. Eligible students will be given an opportunity to register to vote.MATERIALSTeacher MaterialsEssentials of Voting PowerPointVideoIt’s Election Year, Minnesota! (2 minutes) Early, Vote Absentee! (1 minute 30 seconds) HandoutsHandouts included in this packet: Who? What? How? Graphic OrganizerEssentials of Voting Vocabulary and Quizlet Voter’s Bill of Rights Sample Ballot from 2014 General ElectionHandouts to download:Students can register to vote online at ; To download and print a paper voter registration application, visit: class period (about 50-60 minutes)PROCEDUREIntroduction ActivityHave students begin completing a graphic organizer on voting based on their current knowledge about voting answering:Why do people vote?Who votes?How do you vote?Instruction Activity Show Essentials of Voting PowerPoint made by the Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State. There are 31 slides that review why voting is important, who can vote, how to vote in Minnesota, rights of voting and key things to remember.Students can complete the graphic organizer as they listen.Hand out election vocabulary terms as resource during PowerPoint.Hand out registration forms, sample ballots, and Voter’s Bill of Rights to supplement the PowerPoint.View videos It’s Election Year, Minnesota!” (2 minutes) — Animated, fast-paced video provides voters with an overview of the voting process. Also available in Hmong, Somali and Spanish"Vote Early, Vote Absentee!" (1 minute 30 seconds) — Animated video provides voters with details of the absentee voting process.Collect Completed Registration Forms — If using paper forms, you can with the voter’s permission, mail or drop off the form on their behalf. Make sure the student understands the eligibility requirements for voting before signing. Applications must be received by the Office of the Secretary of State, or by the voter’s county auditor, within 10 days of when the voter signed and dated the application.Closure - Review the last slide: Key Things to Remember. Do they have all of the key things on their graphic organizer? Summarize voter eligibility, the process of voting and voter rights. The voting simulation will demonstrate how the voting process works!ASSESSMENTCompletion of Voter Graphic and possibly voter registration and sample ballot. Class can do the election vocabulary quizlet at of Voting PowerPointDouble-click on the image below to open the PowerPoint PresentationWho? What? How? Graphic Organizer Voter’s Bill of RightsYou have the right to be absent from work for the purpose of voting?in a state or federal election?without reduction to your pay, personal leave, or vacation time?on?election day for the time necessary to appear at your polling place, cast a ballot, and return to work.If you are in line at your polling place any time before 8:00 p.m., you have the right to vote.If you can provide the required proof of residence, you have the right to register to vote and to vote on election day.If you are unable to sign your name, you have the right to orally confirm your identity with an election judge and to direct another person to sign your name for you.You have the right to request special assistance when voting.If you need assistance, you may be accompanied into the voting booth by a person of your choice, except by an agent of your employer or union or a candidate.You have the right to bring your minor children into the polling place and into the voting booth with you.If you have been convicted of a felony but your felony sentence has expired (been completed) or you have been discharged from your sentence, you have the right to vote.If you are under a guardianship, you have the right to vote, unless the court order revokes your right to vote. You have the right to vote without anyone in the polling place trying to influence your vote. If you make a mistake or spoil your ballot before it is submitted, you have the right to receive a replacement ballot and vote. You have the right to file a written complaint at your polling place if you are dissatisfied with the way an election is being run. You have the right to take a sample ballot into the voting booth with you. You have the right to take a copy of this Voter's Bill of Rights into the voting booth with you.Essentials of Voting VocabularyQuizlet link: - A method of voting before Election Day, in person or by mail, using an Absentee ballot (available 46 days before an election). Voters in the military and voters residing outside the United States must follow a special process for voting absentee.Address - The numbers and names used to indicate where mail is to be sent. For voting purposes, this must be a place of residence, not a PO box.Automark - A ballot-marking device that provides privacy and independence to voters who cannot, or choose not, to vote using a pen. It can display the ballot in large print or with a high-contrast background; it can read the ballot to the voter through headphones; and it allows the voter to select candidates through a keypad, touchscreen or sip-and-puff device.Ballot - The piece of paper that the vote is written on.Ballot Counter - The person or machine that counts votes.Ballot Marking - When voters indicate their choices by filling in the oval next to the candidate of their choice.Delegate - Someone who is picked to represent other people.Disenfranchisement - When a person or a group of people are prevented from voting.Election Day Registration (EDR) - The same as "Same Day Registration." In Minnesota and some other states, you are allowed to register at the voting site just before voting.Election Judge - The person in charge of overseeing a polling place and making sure a fair election is conducted.Eligibility - Meeting all of the requirements (such as age and citizenship status) to be able to vote.Endorsed Candidate - A candidate who is publically supported by a political party, other people or organizations.Exit polling - Surveys of voters, anywhere outside of the room being used as the polling place. An individual conducting an exit poll may only approach a voter after he/she has voted to ask him/her to participate in filling out an anonymous written questionnaire.Federal Election Commission (FEC) - A federal agency with responsibilities related to campaigns for federal office.Felon - Someone who has committed a felony (serious crime). In Minnesota, a felony is a crime punishable by a year or more of imprisonment. In Minnesota, a felon is able to vote after completing probation and parole (this is sometimes called "off-paper").Guardianship - A legal arrangement where a court appoints a guardian to care for someone who is physically or cognitively impaired. People under guardianship have the right to vote, unless a court order revokes (takes away) their right.Misdemeanor - A type of crime that is less severe than a felony. In Minnesota, this is a crime that is punishable by a sentence of 90 days or less. There are also "gross misdemeanors" and "petty misdemeanors." A person convicted of a misdemeanor can still vote.Municipality - Any city or township.Parole - When a prisoner is released from incarceration on the condition of good behavior. The person must complete his/ her parole before he/ she can register or vote.Political Party - An association of individuals under whose name a candidate files for partisan office. (The current Major Political Parties in Minnesota are the Independence, Republican and Democratic-Farmer Labor parties. The current Minor Political Parties in Minnesota are the Grassroots and Libertarian parties. Other political party names may also appear on ballots for partisan offices.)Polling Place - The physical location where voting takes place.Poll - A place where votes are cast; also refers to a survey to assess public opinion or to forecast an election.Pre-registration - Registering to vote before voting day. This can be done through the mail, online, or in person at an elections office.Precinct - Also called an "election district." Each precinct contains one polling place. A city or county is often divided into many precincts.Primary - An election at which voters choose the nominees for a general election.Probation - An alternative to spending time in a correctional facility for a criminal offender. A felon on probation cannot vote, and it is a felony for a person on probation to register to vote in Minnesota.Recount - A process where election officials review each ballot that was cast on Election Day to determine precisely the vote count between two candidates whose vote margin is extremely close.Referendum - A ballot question posed to voters for them to decide. Often referendums ask voters to approve or reject taxes or funding for schools and local governments.Roster - A list of voters registered in a precinct that contains additional information about each voter, such as current residence address and date of birth (DOB).Same Day Registration - The same as "Election Day Registration." In Minnesota and some other states, you are allowed to register at the voting site just before voting.SSN - Social Security NumberSpoiled Ballot - A ballot that has been filled out incorrectly (intentionally or unintentionally) and is therefore not counted.Turnout - The percentage of eligible voters who voted in an election.US Citizen - A person born in the United States of America or its territories, or a person who has completed the required steps for "naturalization." Only a US citizen of 18 years of age or older can vote in US elections.Voter Fraud - Voting illegally, either intentionally or unintentionally. This includes voting more than once and voting when unqualified to do so. This is a felony.Voting Booth - A booth or table where a person can cast their vote in secrecy.Voter Rolls - A list of all registered voters in an area. Usually includes names and addresses.Vouching - A way of proving residence in order to register on Election Day in Minnesota. A registered voter from your precinct can go with you to the polling place to sign an oath confirming your address.Write In - When a person writes in the name of a candidate that is not listed on the ballot.Ward - An area of a city that has been divided for some purpose of an election.Voter Suppression - An attempt to influence the outcome of an election by discouraging or preventing people from exercising the right to vote.Sample Ballot 2014 General Election Ballot240030-33961Lesson Three: Voting as Easy as 1-2-3This lesson teaches students the basics of the voting process through a polling place simulation. The classroom turns into a polling place where students role play election judges and voters. Scenarios demonstrate facts about voter eligibility, the process of voting and voter rights.Grades: 9-12Minnesota K-12 Academic Standards in Social Studies9.1.1.1.1Demonstrates skills that enable people to monitor and influence state, local and national affairs.9.1.1.1.2Demonstrate the skills necessary to participate in the election process including registering to vote, identifying and evaluating candidates and issues, and casting a ballot.LEARNING OBJECTIVESStudents will understand the process of voting.Students will evaluate particular voting situations to determine voter eligibility, the process of voting and voter rights.MATERIALSStudent handout, “Anticipation and Notes for Voting as Easy as 1-2-3” and Diagram of Precinct Voting Station.Power Point on Voting SimulationVoting Poll Simulation materials: Map of Polling place, Voter Scenario Cards, Voter Scenarios Answer Key and Materials at Judge station (see below)Materials For Each Judge’s station:Station 1 Greeter Station— Greeter Judge Sign; Instructions for Greeter JudgeStation 2 Roster Station—Roster Judge Sign; Instructions for Roster Judge; Roster of Registered Voters; Voter Receipts; Pens; Voter OathStation 3 Registration Station—Registration Judge Sign; Instructions for Registration Judge; Voter Registration Application; Voucher Form; Voter Oath; Pens; Voter Receipts. To download and print a paper voter registration application, visit: 4 Demonstration Judge Station—Demonstration Judge Sign; Instructions for Demonstration Judge; Pens; Marking PenStation 5 Ballot Judge—Ballot Judge Sign; Instructions for Ballot Judge; Sample Ballot; File folders to be used as secrecy folders; Spoiled ballot folder. For Sample Ballot, see Lesson 2 materials.Station 5 Voting Area—Voting Booth and Auto Mark Signs; Optional: Patriotic fabric to create a “private” space.Station 6 Ballot Counter Judge Station—‘Ballot box’ (use a cardboard box as a proxy); Instructions for Ballot Counter Judge; Optional: “I Voted” stickersDURATION 1 class period (about 50-60 minutes). PROCEDUREIntroduction – Today we will learn that voting is as easy as 1-2-3 and you will get a chance to actually experience the voting process. First, we will see what you already know about voting.Hand out “Anticipation and Notes for Voting as Easy as 1-2-3.” ?Students check agree or disagree by each statement. Tell students to listen carefully during the voting simulation and use the note section to add information about voting. At the end of the simulation we will reexamine each statement. (5 minutes)Introduction – Our simulation today is designed to show you how voting really works so that you will feel comfortable voting in your future. Use Polling Simulation Powerpoint to introduce activity (15 minutes). (Double click on picture below to access the powerpoint.)Imagine our classroom is a precinct voting station and it is election day. ?Our voting station has workers called election judges. Their job is to help people vote. We will need seven students to act as election judges. Election judges have instructions on how to do their job in assisting voters. Hand out Diagram of a Precinct Voting Station. Let’s watch a short video on election judges at a polling place.Intro Video for Election Judges at*Assign students to be the 7 different election judges and have them sit in the designated station identified by sign. Each station has general instructions for election judges AND the specific responses they will need to answer class voters coming to their station in order to address their particular situation.We now need voters who enter this precinct voting station on election day. We have 21 voter scenario cards, one per student. A voter card tells you the voter’s name, address, facts about their unique situation, and where to go in the polling place. You will role-play the voter and begin by going to the greeter judge as you enter the polling place. The greeter judge will direct you to the election judge that can help your situation. You ask your question and then follow the steps in voting. Most voters will be doing all of the steps in voting but there are some voters that may not be able to vote. *Hand out the voter scenario cards to students volunteering to vote. You may not use all 21 situations but it is important to go through the simulation in the numbered order. As a class, we will be listening for facts about voting: voter eligibility, the process of voting and voter rights.*Direct students to their “Anticipation and Notes for Voting as Easy as 1-2-3” for note-taking during the simulation. If a student is only an observer, they may want to do “exit” interviews of voters to find out what was learned at the polling place.Run the Simulation (15-20 minutes)Continue the Voting Simulation Powerpoint and review the slide that diagrams the precinct voting stations and jobs of each election judge.Then ask the student who has Voter Card #1 – Tessa McGraw to read what it says on the voter card. Use the power point slides to watch the animated Tessa go through all the steps in voting. Now, ask the student roleplaying Tessa to go to each voting station so that Election Judges can do their particular job.Ask class, what voting facts are learned from Tessa’s situation? See scenario key to review answers and how Tessa teaches us about the process of voting because she goes through all the steps.Call on Voter #2 to come up to the greeter station where the greeter judge will direct the voter. Ask remaining students (Voters #3-21) to enter the polling place in the order of their voter card. Teacher acts as Head Judge and directs the flow of voters to their voting stations. Each election judge will be assisting voters with specific questions and also performing their general duties to help voter’s through the process. Whether students actually complete the registration form and sample ballots is to be determined by the teacher. It is fun to have some “I Voted” stickers as voters finish.When voters have returned to their desks or when time is called, teacher begins debrief. Election judges remain in their stations so they can answer debrief questions in their role.Debrief the Simulation with the teacher using the voter scenario answer key. (10 minutes)Ask voters and election judges to share their experiences at the precinct voting station. What facts do we learn about voting? Check any notes students took on notetaking guide.Categorize facts under voter eligibility, process of voting, voter rights. Summarize what makes voting as easy as 1-2-3. Students go back and complete “Anticipation and Notes for Voting as Easy as 1-2-3.” (to end of class)ORSmall Group Alternative (45 minutes with debrief)Divide class into small groups of 4 and ask them think like election judges. Students have Diagram of Precinct Polling Place and small group voting scenarios handout. Students complete the chart using information in election guide (frequently asked questions about voting) at . Students need to categorize the facts to fit learning objectives of voter eligibility, process of voting and voter rights. Can debrief the same as simulation.ASSESSMENT:Student complete the “Anticipation and Notes for Voting as Easy as 1-2-3.” Voting facts can be used on unit test or essay on what is learned about voter eligibility, voter rights, and the process of voting.Voter Scenario Cards4. Dan Cook 11717 42nd StreetI have just moved to a new home and need to register before I can vote. I have not yet received my updated driver's license. I have brought my new neighbor with me to the polls. Can I vote?3 Alex Fehlen42302 Kestrel Ave I go to vote in the morning before work. The line is really long and it is clear I will be late for work. I explain my concern to the Greeter Judge. Will I be able to vote?2 Rita Almizami 11787 42nd StreetI want to vote but have not registered for this election. I am directed to go to the registration table. I have been convicted of a felony but have completed probation and parole. Will I be able to register? Can I vote?1 Tessa McGraw______45547 Kestrel AveI am are already registered to vote and arrive at the polling place. Can I vote?5. Ibrahim Barnes 11757 42nd StreetI have already registered to vote. I have brought in a sample ballot and wonder if I can bring it with me into the voting booth. I ask the ballot judge. Will I be able to bring in the sample ballot?6. Elly Kosloski________8608 Girard Ave I stopped in at this polling place because it is near my work. I ask the Greeter Judge if I can vote here. Can I vote? 8. AmmeRae Mazza (with Driver)_______45536 Kestrel Ave I am unable to leave my car to vote due to illness and extreme cold temperature outside. Am I able to vote?7. Jarred Lovejoy________43141 140th Ave I already voted an absentee ballot. But I changed my mind. I go to the Roster Judge and ask if I can vote again. Can I vote?10. Jemima Johnson__________12485 43rd St I forgot to register before election day. I brought my driver's license, but it has my old address. I also brought some current mail from my new address, including a bank statement and a cell phone bill. Can I register?8. Driver with AmmeRae Mazza___________________I drove AmmeRae to the polling place. I go to the Greeter Judge and ask if she can vote. I return to the car with 2 election judges that will help AmmeRae vote. 9. Sydney Engbretson 42903 Kestrel AveI am a voter who is visually impaired. I have already registered. I ask the ballot judge if I will be able to vote. How will I vote?11. Sami Gonzalez (with Campaigner) 42360 Kestrel Ave I am standing in line waiting to sign the roster. The person behind me tries to persuade me to vote for a particular candidate. What happens next? 11. Campaigner Person (w/ Sami Gonzalez)__Go stand behind Sami Gonzalez in the Roster Judge line. Tap Sami on the shoulder and tell him why he should vote for your favorite candidate. Be persuasive. The Greeter Judge will ask me to stop campaigning at the poll.12. Logan Peterson________8899 33rd Ave N I want to vote for one party’s candidate for an office and then want to cross over and vote for a different party’s candidate. I remember I couldn’t cross over in the primary. Can I cross-party vote in the general election? Ask the Demonstration or Ballot Judge.13. Josslen Ponder333 HWY 68 S. Unit 12 I am registering to vote and want to use my cell phone to show a bill. Can I register?14. Deepak Senarighi________3933 104th Ave S.I am wearing a campaign button into the polling place. What happens next?15. Sarah Reed_3922 104th Ave S. I just put my ballot in the ballot counter. I am very excited to put on the ‘I voted’ sticker. I want to use my cell phone camera to show all my friends that I voted. Is this okay?17. Ashley Gardner______42302 Kestrel Ave I mark the ballot but then roll it up. The ballot counter does not accept the rolled up ballot. I ask the Ballot Counter Judge what to do. Will I be able to vote?16. Regan Smith__________78993 W Dupont St I do not have my own residence and often sleep on my friend's couch. I go with my friend to the polling place. My friend is already registered to vote. Can I register and vote?20. Ashton Wohlers_____78997 W Dupont St I went to a party after work and arrive at the polling place clearly intoxicated. Can I vote?18. Drew Odett___3827 Oak Drive, Apt. 4 I am a student and not yet registered to vote. I am not sure if I can vote here or if I must vote in my home state. Can I vote?21. Mikaela Muller 3827 Oak Drive, Apt. 4 I arrive at the polling place close to 8 PM. I stop and talk with neighbors in the parking lot. By the time I get in line, it is 8:03 PM. Can I vote? 19. Ban Tran_____________15531 43rd St I have registered and want to write in the name of my candidate. Can I do this? Ask the Demonstration or Ballot Judge.Voter#NameScenario — Voter Starts at Greeter Station (1)AnswerOutcomeLearning Obj1Tessa McGrawYou are already registered to vote and arrive at the polling place. You ask the greeter judge if you can vote.Registered voters simply need to sign the roster, get their ballot and vote. Greeter judge directs the voter to Roster Station (2).Voter visits stations 1, 2, 4,5, 6 and 7Process2Rita AlmizamiYou want to vote but have not registered for this election. The Greeter Judge directs you to the registration table. You were convicted of a felony but have completed probation and parole. Ask the Registration Judge if you will you be able to register and vote.The Registration Judge informs the voter that people who have committed a felony can register and vote if they have completed their entire sentence, including probation and parole. The person can register and vote.Voter visits stations 1, 3, 4,5, 6 and 7Eligibility3Alex FehlenYou go to vote in the morning before work. The line is really long and it is clear you will be late for work. You explain your concern to the Greeter Judge. Will you be able to vote?Greeter judge explains to the person that voters are legally entitled to paid time off in order to vote.Voter visits stations 1, 2, 4,5, 6 and 7Voting RightsVoter Scenarios Answer KeyVoter#NameScenario — Voter Starts at Greeter Station (1)AnswerOutcomeLearning Obj4Dan CookYou have just moved and need to register before you can vote. You have not yet received your updated driver's license. You have brought your new neighbor to come with you to the polls. You ask the Registration Judge if you can vote.Yes. The Registration Judge explains that a registered voter from your precinct can go with you to the polling place to sign an oath confirming your address. Registration Judge allows voter to register using his neighbor as a voucher. Voter completes registration application, voucher completes voucher form.Voter visits stations 1, 3, 4,5, 6 and 7Process5Ibrahim BarnesYou have already registered to vote. You have brought in a sample ballot and wonder if you can bring it with you into the voting booth. You ask the Ballot Judge. Will you be able to bring in the sample ballot?The Ballot Judge tells the voter that he is allowed to bring a sample ballot with him. He asks the voter to keep the sample ballot concealed while moving about the polling place.Voter visits stations 1, 2, 4,5, 6 and 7Voting Rights6Elly KosloskiYou stop in at this polling place because it is near your work. You ask the Greeter Judge if you can vote in this precinct.The Greeter Judge informs the person that voters can only vote in the polling place that is assigned to them where they live. The Greeter Judge looks up the voter's address at and tells her where she can vote.Voter visits station 1EligibilityVoter#NameScenario — Voter Starts at Greeter Station (1)AnswerOutcomeLearning Obj7Jarred LovejoyYou already voted an absentee ballot. You have changed your mind. You go to the Roster Judge and ask if you can vote again.The Roster Judges finds the voters name on the roster and sees that it is marked 'AB.' The Roster Judge explains this means that his ballot has already been counted. Once your absentee ballot has been received and accepted, the voter cannot change their vote. The Roster Judge tells the voter they cannot change their vote or vote again.Voter visits stations 1 & 2Process8AmmeRae Mazza & DriverYou are unable to leave your car to vote due to illness and extreme cold temperature outside. You ask your driver to go in the precinct voting station and ask the Greeter JudgeMinnesota offers 'curbside voting.' Voters that cannot enter the polling place may ask an election judge to bring a ballot to their vehicle. Two election judges bring voting materials to the voter.Driver goes inside to asks Greeter Judge(1) what can be done. Greeter Judge asks 2 election judges to go outside to person in car with the roster and voting materialsVoting RightsVoter#NameScenario — Voter Starts at Greeter Station (1)AnswerOutcomeLearning Obj9Sydney EngbretsonYou are a voter who is visually impaired. You have already registered. You ask the Ballot Judge if you will be able to vote independently, without assistance.The Ballot Judge tells the voter she can use the AutoMARK to vote independently. The AutoMARK is a ballot marking device that provides privacy and independence to voters who cannot, or choose not, to vote using a pen. It can display the ballot in large print or with a high-contrast background; it can read the ballot to the voter through headphones; and it allows the voter to select candidates through a keypad, touchscreen or sip-and-puff deviceVoter visits stations 1, 2, 4,5, AutoMARKstation and 7Voting Rights10Jemima JohnsonYou forgot to register before election day. You brought your driver's license, but it has your old address. You also brought some current mail from your new address, including a bank statement and a cell phone bill. You are at the Registration Table and want to know if you can register with these items.Yes. Voters can provide a variety of documents to register on Election Day. The Registration Judge should reference the Election Day Registration handout, and then allow the voter to register.Voter visits stations 1, 3, 4,5, 6 and 7ProcessVoter#NameScenario — Voter Starts at Greeter Station (1)AnswerOutcomeLearning Obj11Sami Gonzalez with CampaignerYou are standing in line waiting tosign the roster. The person behind you tries to persuade you to vote for a particular candidate. What happens next?The Greeter Judge interrupts and reminds the voter there is no campaigning in the polling place.Voter visits stations 1, 2, 4,5, 6 and 7Process12Logan PetersonYou want to vote for one party's candidate for an office and then want to cross over and vote for a different party's candidate. You remember you couldn't do that in the primary. Can you cross-party vote in the general election? Ask the Demonstration or Ballot Judge.The Demonstration or Ballot Judge explains that unlike a primary, in the general he can vote for candidates from different parties if he chooses.Voter visits stations 1, 2, 4,5, 6 and 7Process13Josslen PonderYou get to the Registration Table and want to use your cell phone to show a bill. Can you register?Yes. Voters may display an approved billon a mobile device or tablet. The Registration Judge allows the voter to register.Voter visits stations 1, 3, 4,5, 6 and 7Eligibility/Proce ss14Deepak SenarighiYou wear a campaign button into the polling place. What happens next?Greeter Judge asks the voter to cover it up or remove it.Voter visitsstations 1, 2, 4,5, 6 and 7ProcessVoter#NameScenario — Voter Starts at Greeter Station (1)AnswerOutcomeLearning Obj16Regan SmithYou do not have your own residence, and often sleep on your friend's couch. You and your friend go to the polling place together. The friend is already registered to vote. Can you register and vote?Yes. Voters are not required to have a permanent residence in order to vote. A registered voter from your precinct can go with you to the polling place to sign an oath confirming your address. A registered voter can vouch for up to eight others. Registration Judge allows voter to register using his neighbor as a voucher. Voter completes registration application, voucher completes voucher form.Voter visits stations 1, 3, 4,5, 6 and 7Eligibility17Ashley GardnerYou mark the ballot but then roll it up. The ballot counter does not accept the rolled up ballot. You ask the Ballot Counter Judge what to do. Will you be able to vote?Yes. Voters who make a mistake marking their ballot, or tear it, can request a new ballot. The Ballot Judge should give her a new ballot, and places the spoiled ballot in a specially marked envelope.Voter visits stations 1, 2, 4,5, 6 and 7Process18Drew OdettYou are a student and not yetregistered to vote. You are not sure if you can vote here or if you must vote in your home state. You ask the Registration Judge whether you can vote here.As a college student, you can decide whether to vote from your hometown address or your campus address. You may only vote from one address in each election.Voter visits stations 1, 3, 4,5, 6 and 7EligibilityVoter#NameScenario — Voter Starts at Greeter Station (1)AnswerOutcomeLearning Obj19Ban TranYou have registered and want to write in the name of your candidate. Can you do this? Ask the Demonstration or Ballot Judge.Yes. In the General Election, voters can write-in the name of any person they choose.Voter visits stations 1, 2, 4,5, 6 and 7Process20Ashton WohlersYou went to a party after work and arrive at the polling place clearly intoxicated. Can you vote?No. Intoxicated persons are not allowed in the polling place. The Greeter or Head Judge asks you to leave.Greeter or Head Judge asks voter to leaveEligibility21Mikaela MullerYou arrive at the polling place close to 8 PM. You stop and talk with neighbors in the parking lot. By the time you get in line, it is 8:03 PM. Can you vote?No. An election judge stands at the endof the line at 8:00 PM. Anybody not in line by that point cannot vote. However, as long as you are in line by 8 PM, you are guaranteed the right to vote, regardless of how long the remaining line is.Voter cannot voteVoting Rights54Diagram of Precinct Voting Station67Head Judge132HEAD JUDGE - Assists voters by directing them to the correct station and answers questions from election judges.Station #1 Greeter – Welcomes and guides voters.Station #2 Roster Judge – Signs in voters who are already registered. Station #3 Registration Judge – Conducts Election Day registration for those who need to register.Station #4 Demonstration Judge – Explains how to mark the ballot and deliver to ballot counter. Station #5 Ballot Judge — Gives ballots to voters.Station #5 – Voting Booths – Booths are set up for privacy so voters can mark ballots in secret. – AutoMARK Station – Machine that electronically marks ballots.Station #6 Ballot Counter Judge – Oversees the ballot box area and gives out ‘I Voted’ stickers.Polling Place SignsGREETER JUDGEROSTER JUDGEREGISTRATIONJUDGEDEMONSTRATION JUDGEBALLOTJUDGEBALLOT-COUNTERJUDGEVOTING BOOTHSAutoMARKMACHINEHEADJUDGEVOTERGreeter Judge Instructions XE "Greeter Judge" As a Greeter Judge, you will direct the flow of voters and help with other duties as assigned. You observe activity near the entrance of the polling place and ensure that unauthorized individuals are not lingering and that campaigning is not taking place. Duties include the following.Welcome and guide voters.Direct voters to either the Roster table (2) or Registration table (3). Adapted from 2014 Election Judge Guide at sos.state.mn.usSpecial Situations that need your help:Voter #Name of VoterAnswer to Voter’s QuestionTell voter to go:3 Alex FehlenYes. The greeter judge explains he has a right to paid time off from work in order to vote. He stays and votes. Voter goes to #2 Roster Judge and vote.6Elly KosloskiGreeter judge checks to see if her address is in the precinct. It is not. Tell voter to check sos.pollfinder or city election office to get correct precinct polling place.Voter leaves to go to correct voting precinct.8Driver for AmmeRae MazzaYes, voter can vote from the car. Greeter Judge asks 2 election judges to go outside to person in car with ballot.Two election judges bring voting materials out to the voter's car, to help her 'curbside' vote.14Deepak SenarighiYou notice the campaign button when he arrives and ask him to cover it up or remove it.Voter goes to #2 Roster Judge and votes.20Ashton WohlersGreeter (1) or Head Judge asks voter to leave. Intoxicated persons are not allowed in the polling place.Voter leaves.21Mikaela MullerGreeter judge (1) gets up and stands at the end of the line at 8:00 PM. Anybody not in line by that point cannot vote.Voter leaves.Roster Judge XE "Roster Judge" InstructionsAs Roster Judge, you sign-in voters who are already registered. Checking in Pre-Registered Voters XE "Roster Judge:Checking in Voters" Ask for name and address.Do not ask a voter to look at the roster themselves to locate their name. If the voter had a name charge or moved to a new address, the voter must re-register at the Registration Table. A voter may hand you an ID to assist with locating their name, particularly if the spelling is difficult. This is the voter’s choice and is not required. Check for a roster notation.If you see a notation next to their name, follow the specific instructions below.Point to the oath (on roster page or sign) and have them sign next to their name.By signing, the voter affirms the oath of eligibility. Give them a voter receipt and direct the voter to the Demonstration/Ballot Judge Table.Adapted from 2014 Election Judge Guide at sos.state.mn.usSpecial Situations that need your help:Voter #Name of VoterAnswer to Voter’s QuestionTell voter to go:1Tessa McGrawAsk voter name and address. Point to oath and have them sign next to their name. Give voter receipt.#4 Demonstration Judge and vote.7Jarred LovejoyRoster judge sees on the roster that the voter has already had their AB (absentee ballot) accepted. The voter cannot vote again, or change his vote.Voter leaves11 Sami Gonzalez & Person CampaigningThe greeter judge (1) or roster judge (2) interrupts and reminds the voter there is no campaigning in the polling place. The person stops talking and leaves. Voter signs roster and votes.Registration Judge Instructions XE "Registration Judge" As XE "Registration Judge" Registration Judge, you conduct Election Day registration for those who need to register. Approximately 10% to 20% of all Minnesota voters typically register on Election Day. Voter Eligibility: To register, a person must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old on Election Day and a resident of Minnesota for 20 days. They must be finished with?all parts of any felony sentence. A person can vote while?under guardianship?unless a judge specifically has revoked their right to vote. A person cannot vote if a court has ruled that the individual is legally incompetent.Registration Steps XE "Election Day Registration:Registration Steps" XE "Registration Judge:Steps to Register a Voter" Ask the voter to complete a registration application.Confirm the voter’s proof of residence.Everyone who registers on Election Day must have proof of residence in the precinct. Voters must show both one photo ID and one document. The ID must contain the voter’s name and photo, and can be expired. The document must have the voter’s name and current address in the precinct, and can be shown electronically or on paper. Complete the election judge’s section on bottom of the voter registration application.Have the voter sign the Election Day Roster.Give a voter receipt and direct them to the Demonstration (4) and Ballot (5) Judges.Adapted from 2014 Election Judge Guide at sos.state.mn.usSpecial Situations that need your help:Voter #Name of VoterAnswer to Voter’s QuestionTell voter to go:2Rita AlmizamiRegistration judge asks if voter is off probation. Voter says yes. Voter is able to register.After registering, continue voting4Dan CookVoter should go to the registration table with his neighbor. Registration judge asks neighbor to vouch for the voter’s address. Able to register. After registering, continue voting10Jemima JohnsonRegistration judge says voter can register using her old ID plus her current cell phone bill. Able to register.After registering, continue voting13Josslen PonderRegistration judge answers that if the bill on the cell phone is valid, it can be used to register along with a photo id. Voter shows an electronic bill and can register and vote.After registering, continue voting16Regan SmithVoter asks if she can vote at this polling place, but isn't sure because she doesn't have a permanent residence. Yes, she can vote. Her friend vouches for her. After registering, continue voting18Drew OdettRegistration judge tells voter he has to decide where he wants to vote. If he decides to vote here, he will need to register.After registering,continue votingDemonstration Judge InstructionsAs Demonstration Judge, you instruct voters how to mark the ballot and how to deliver it to the ballot box. In most cases, the Demonstration Judge is also assigned to be the Ballot Judge. Instructions for VotersProvide these instructions to voters using a sample ballot. XE "Voter Instructions" Vote only with the pencil or pen provided; the scanner may not detect marks made with certain pens.Make your selection by filling in the oval next to the candidate or question on the ballot.When finished, place your ballot into the secrecy cover.Insert your ballot into the ballot counter or ask for assistance.You can ask for a replacement ballot if you make a mistake and need a new one. USE SAMPLE BALLOT FOR CURRENT ELECTION at Adapted from 2014 Election Judge Guide at sos.state.mn.usSpecial Situations that need your help:Voter #Name of VoterAnswer to Voter’s QuestionTell voter to go:4Logan PetersonDemonstration judge explains that in the general election (unlike a primary) a voter can vote for candidates from different parties if he chooses. Show sample ballot.Vote19Ban TranDemonstration judge explains that voter can write in a candidate’s name.VoteBallot Judge Instructions XE "Ballot Judge" As Ballot Judge you collect registered voter receipts and issue ballots. Use Sample Ballot for current election.Issuing Ballots XE "Issuing Ballots" Collect voter receipt and hand out ballot to voter.Offer a secrecy cover if available (may use a file folder).Direct to voting booths or AutoMARK station. Voters can use a reasonable amount of time to vote. A voter may return a spoiled ballot (mistake made in marking) for a new one. Put any spoiled ballots in a file folder. Note: Only an election judge helping a curbside voter can remove an official ballot from the polling place.Adapted from 2014 Election Judge Guide at sos.state.mn.usSpecial Situations that need your help:Voter #Name of VoterAnswer to Voter’s QuestionTell voter to go:5Ibrahim BarnesVoter asks the ballot judge (5) if he can take the sample ballot with him. Yes he can. Give voter ballot.Voter goes to a voting booth and fills in ballot.9Sydney EngbretsonBallot Judge gives voter a ballot and tells voter that she can vote with the assistance of two election judges or voter can use the autoMARK machine.Voter fills in ballot in auto-mark machine.17Ashley GardnerBallot counter judge tells voter to bring spoiled ballot over to ballot judge and get a new ballot.Ballot Judge gives her a new ballot, and places the spoiled ballot in a specially marked envelope. Voter votes with new ballot.Ballot Counter Judge Instructions XE "Ballot Counter Judge" As Ballot Counter Judge, you monitor and troubleshoot operation of the ballot counter and distribute ‘I Voted’ stickers. Guidelines for ConductUnless they request help, voters insert their own ballot into the machine. No one, except for a voter casting his/her ballot or an election judge, is allowed within six feet of the ballot box. It is good practice to put tape on the floor to mark the six-foot boundary.After the voter finishes, offer an ‘I Voted’ sticker. Offer the sticker rather than placing it on the voter.Adapted from 2014 Election Judge Guide at sos.state.mn.usSpecial Situations that need your help:Voter #Name of VoterAnswer to Voter’s QuestionTell voter to go:15Sarah ReedBallot counter judge (7) raises concerns when voter takes out a camera to take a picture by the ballot counter.This would be subject to challenge, depending on the local interpretation of current laws. Somebody could file an elections complaint.17Ashley GardnerBallot counter judge tells voter to bring spoiled ballot to ballot judge and get a new ballot. The ballot judge gives provides a new ballot, and places the spoiled ballot in a specially marked envelope. Voter goes to ballot judge to get a new ballot and continue voting.I Voted Sticker TemplateRoster of Registered VotersVoter Name and AddressVoter SignatureDistrict/PrecinctID NumberDOBBARNES, IBRAHIM 11757 42ND ST.001 MINNESOTAVILLE ISD0010 MINNESOTAVILLE TWP00001238305/24/1983COOK, DAN 11717 42ND ST.001 MINNESOTAVILLE ISD0010 MINNESOTAVILLE TWP00001234567/21/1990ENGBRETSON, SYDNEY42903 KESTREL AVE.001 MINNESOTAVILLE ISD0010 MINNESOTAVILLE TWP00001242047/5/1980FEHLEN, ALEX42302 KESTREL AVE.001 MINNESOTAVILLE ISD0010 MINNESOTAVILLE TWP00001243911/24/1979GARDNER, ASHLEY 42302 KESTREL AVE.001 MINNESOTAVILLE ISD0010 MINNESOTAVILLE TWP00001245783/15/1983GONZALEZ, SAMI 42360 KESTREL AVE.001 MINNESOTAVILLE ISD0010 MINNESOTAVILLE TWP000012476510/31/1981LOVEJOY, JARRED43141 140TH AVE.AB001 MINNESOTAVILLE ISD0010 MINNESOTAVILLE TWP00001249527/1/1986MAZZA, AMMERAE 45536 KESTREL AVE.001 MINNESOTAVILLE ISD0010 MINNESOTAVILLE TWP00001253265/17/1946MCGRAW, TESSA 45547 KESTREL AVE.001 MINNESOTAVILLE ISD0010 MINNESOTAVILLE TWP00001255136/19/1988MULLER, MIKAELA 3827 OAK DRIVE, APT. 4001 MINNESOTAVILLE ISD0010 MINNESOTAVILLE TWP00001257009/14/1979PETERSON, LOGAN 8899 33RD AVE. N.001 MINNESOTAVILLE ISD0010 MINNESOTAVILLE TWP000012588712/9/1977REED, SARAH 3922 104TH AVE. S.001 MINNESOTAVILLE ISD0010 MINNESOTAVILLE TWP00001260746/20/1984SENARIGHI, DEEPAK 3933 104TH AVE. S.001 MINNESOTAVILLE ISD0010 MINNESOTAVILLE TWP00001262616/19/1988TRAN, BAN 15531 43RD ST.001 MINNESOTAVILLE ISD0010 MINNESOTAVILLE TWP00001264489/21/1952WOHLERS, ASHTON 78997 W. DUPONT ST.001 MINNESOTAVILLE ISD0010 MINNESOTAVILLE TWP00001266359/23/1991Voter OathI certify that I am at least 18 years of age and a citizen of the United States; that I reside at the address shown and have resided in Minnesota for 20 days immediately preceding this election; that I am not under guardianship of the person in which the court order revokes my right to vote; have not been found by a court to be legally incompetent to vote, and that I have the right to vote because, if convicted of a felony, my felony sentence has expired (been completed) or I have been discharged from my sentence; and that I am registered and will be voting only in this precinct. I understand that giving false information is a felony punishable by not more than five years imprisonment and a fine of not more than $10,000, or both.Voter ReceiptsVoterReceiptVoterReceiptVoterReceiptVoterReceiptVoterReceiptVoterReceiptVoterReceiptVoterReceiptVoterReceiptVoterReceiptVoterReceiptVoterReceiptVoterReceiptVoterReceiptVoterReceiptVoterReceiptSmall Group Voting ScenariosVoter SituationWhere does voter go?Can voter vote? Explain your answer.Where does voter go next?Tell the voter fact you learned and match the fact to learning about voter:E = Eligibility, P = Process, R = RightsTessa McGrawTessa has already registered to vote.RosterYes. Voter is pre-registered and is able to vote. She will sign the roster, get ballot and vote in voting booth. She will put her ballot in the ballot counter and get a sticker that says, “I voted.”Voter follows steps 4-7Tessa follows the steps in voting at the precinct polling place. (P) Steps tell us about voting process. Rita AlmizamiRita wants to vote, has not registered, was convicted of a felony and finished sentence.Alex FehlenAlex stops before work and the line is so long he may be late for work.Dan CookDan just moved and needs to register. No updated license but brought neighbor to polls.Ibrahim BarnesIbrahim registered and brought a sample ballot with him to look at in the voting booth. Elly KosloskiElly stopped in at this polling place because it is closest to her work. It is not where she lives.Jarred LovejoyJarred voted absentee. He changed his mind and wants to vote again.AmmeRae MazzaAmmaRae is too ill to leave her car. She was driven to the polls.Her driver asks if she can vote.Sydney EngbretsonSydnes is visually impaired. She has already registered. Jemima JohnsonJemima forgot to register. She brought her driver’s license with an old address. She also brought current bank statement and cell phone bill. Sami GonzalezSami is standing in line to sign the roster and the person standing behind starts campaigning for someone on the ballot. Is this okay?Logan PetersonLogan wonders if he can cross over and vote for a different party’s candidate. He remembers he could not do that in the primary. Can he?Josslen PonderJosslyn is registering to vote and want to use her cell phone to show a bill. Can she?Deepak SenarighiDeepak is wearing a campaign button into the polling place. Can he? Sarah ReedSarah finished voting and wanted to take a cell phone picture to show her friends. Regan SmithRegan is homeless and often sleeps on her friend’s couch. She goes to vote with her friend who is registered. Ashley GardnerAshley rolls up her marked ballot and the ballot counter rejects it. Drew OdettDrew is a college student and has not yet registered. Drew wonders if he has to vote in his home state or if he can vote here. Ban TranBan registered and wonders if he can do a write-in for his favorite candidate. Ashton WohlersAshton went to a party after work and arrived at the polling place clearly intoxicated. Mikaela MullerMikaela arrives at the polling place close to 8 PM. She stops and talks with neighbors in the parking polt. By the time she gets in line, it is 8:03 PM.Anticipation & Note GuideDirections: Before the presentation starts, take a few minutes to fill in the Before section of this “Anticipation Guide” simply using an A for agree or a D for disagree. After the presentation you will be asked to reassess your thoughts and discuss your answers with a neighbor. Feel free to take notes to support your assertions in the appropriate column. Post presentation, in a group come to a consensus on 3 most important voting facts to remember & why. StatementBeforeA or D?Notes/EvidenceAfterA or D?Step ONE:Voter EligibilityYou can vote at any polling place that is open on election day.A person who has a felony can never vote.A homeless person can use an address of a place where they stay overnight.Step TWO:RegistrationYou must register before election day.A neighbor can vouch for your address.You can register with a current bill (and photo id) but not when the bill is on your phone. Step THREE:Process of VotingYou cannot bring a sample ballot in the voting booth.If you make a mistake on the ballot, you can start over.If you voted absentee, you cannot also vote at the polls.KNOW YOUR RIGHTSYou have the right to be absent from work in order to vote.You must finish voting by 8:00 pm when the polls close.You may never get help when voting.Voter Prep 101This lesson teaches students how to prepare for voting. Students investigate the location of their polling place and learn about the different types of elections on the ballot. Students evaluate information about candidates and issues. Grades: 9-12Minnesota K-12 Academic Standards in Social Studies9.1.1.1.1Demonstrates skills that enable people to monitor and influence state, local and national affairs.9.1.1.1.2Demonstrate the skills necessary to participate in the election process including registering to vote, identifying and evaluating candidates and issues, and casting a ballot.LEARNING OBJECTIVESStudents will be able toIdentify reasons why people don’t vote and explore ways to remove obstacles to votingdemonstrate skills of voter preparation in order to identify and evaluate candidates and issues.demonstrate skills that enable people to monitor and influence state, local and national affairs.PROCEDUREIntro Activity: Class review on Why Vote? Brainstorm Why not vote? Suggest responses to the “why not’s”Some people don’t vote because they feel they are uninformed or don’t know enough about the candidates or issues. Today let’s see how we can become better informed voters. Voter Prep 101Where do you vote? - to find your precinct voting place.What is on your ballot? Quick exercise, ask class to raise their hand and vote:Vote #1Ice Cream yes _____ no _____Toxic Waste yes _____ no _____ Now Vote #2 Tax on Ice Cream? yes _____ no _____Clean up toxic waste? yes _____ no _____Ask the group why their votes changed (because they had more information).Get ready to vote by learning what is on the ballot at – and find your sample ballot.Learn about the different federal, state, county, city and other local offices as well as judicial elections. The Minnesota Legislative Manual at provides descriptions and qualifications for state and federal offices. Go to local county and city websites to learn about local officials. Note: 2014 has no referendums or proposed constitutional amendments on the ballot.Where do voters get information about voting, candidates and the issues?Who do you vote for? – In deciding who to vote for, one must locate information about the candidates and issues from a variety of sources. Careful consideration must be given to whether the information is partisan or nonpartisan.Partisan sources are persuasive toward a particular candidate or stance on an issue. The source gives opinions and may try to convince you how to vote.Nonpartisan sources give factual information, presents multiple perspectives and does not favor a particular candidate or stance on an issue.Note: The way one gets information, like “television” or “the internet,” can be either partisan or nonpartisan depending on the source.Below are 10 sources of information. Identify whether they are Partisan (P) or Nonpartisan (NP). Be prepared to explain your answers._____ 1. Sample ballot_____ 2. Family and friends_____ 3. Newspaper editorial or “commentary”_____ 4. Newspaper article_____ 5. Candidate’s voting record at Project Vote Smart at vote-_____ 6. Campaign advertisement on TV, mailed campaign literature or candidate’s website._____ 7. League of Women Voter’s candidate forums._____ 8. Endorsements from groups you trust_____ 9. Newspaper voter’s guide_____ 10. Televised candidate debates Evaluate websites (see checklist) at Parties may help you decide – Political parties support candidates who run on the party’s platforms. When becoming informed you can choose a party that has the same views as you do.Take issues from voting matters to me and find the party planks on those issues. Students would see the 3 major parties in MN and check planks with which they agree.Independence Party, Republican Party, Democratic-Farmer-Labor PartyDo your homework, don’t show up at the polls to google the election as you cast your ballot! ................
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