Seniors attend annual voter registration drive

teacher, Matthew Malkovich. Beginning in 2010, Malkovich has coordinated with local government officials and staff to organize the event, allowing students to engage with officials and learn about the inner workings of voting beyond the classroom.

“I learned more about my local representatives, how voting is structured in Seminole County and the necessity of voting,” senior Ilani Seguinot said. “It is important to vote because these are decisions and policies that will affect us far into the future, and if we have a certain position on an issue, we should elect the people that we believe will enact the changes that we want to see.”

Boddiford and Seminole County Public Schools board member Autumn Garrick. The two continued to push the value of a vote, sharing how they aim to better Seminole County and Oviedo through their positions.

RAISE YOUR VOICE Florida Supervisor of Elections Chris Anderson speaks to students about the importance of voting. On March 29, students could register to vote at the event or preregister if they were under 18.

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Filling out voter registration documents can be difficult and confusing. Social security numbers, driver’s licenses and paperwork can lead many to hold off on registering, despite its importance. However, when senior Luke Spencer filled out his voter registration forms, he did not have to turn to a Google search or parent when he had a question, but the Seminole County Supervisor of Elections, Chris Anderson, who was ready to help.

“I think it was useful to register at this event because you had people there who were experts in this and that could help you if you had questions or if you were concerned about which party you should register with,” Spencer said.

On March 29, United States Government, Macroeconomics and Microeconomics classes met in the auditorium to attend the annual voter registration drive, organized by AP U.S. Government