As I close in on my 22nd year at Margaretta High School (the last 9 as the district’s Government teacher) I have had the privilege of working with the community of Margaretta Schools. As I reflect on those 22 years I cannot help but notice the myriad of changes and tough decisions that have challenged our community. With a second generation of students that I am beginning to see in the high school, I believe it is important to take a moment of your time to encourage you to be an active participant in the registration and voting process. This is an integral process for decision-making in the community.
One of the items I stress in Government class is that a democratic community can only flourish if citizens become active participants in the voting process. We, as voting age community members, have a responsibility to make tough decisions that will ultimately impact the direction of our community. Voting also sets an example that our children will see and learn from. It is our responsibility to show the young people of our community the value of voting. Please do not disengage yourself from this process. Voting is a special privilege and civic duty that must be attended to in order for our community to function productively and responsibly in a changing society.
Please become a registered voter. You can register at your local Board of Elections, public library, license bureau, or at Margaretta High School. Become an active participant in all elections for our community’s prosperity and longevity!
Respectfully Yours,
Steven H. Gravenhorst
MHS Social Studies teacher
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