CLASSROOM TIPS

• MAKE CONTACT: Contact your mayor to let them know you would be interested in a visit to address your classroom. Determine how many will be in attendance and the issues of greatest interest to your students. 

• PREPARE: Download and review the 'TEACHER'S CHECK LIST'. This check list is a helpful tool to prepare you for the visit and to use in the classroom to stimulate discussions.

• PRINT NYCOM's 'FUN SHEET': You or the mayor may distribute NYCOM's 'FUN SHEET' to the students after the presentation. It is a great way to review the terms and facts discussed about New York State, our government, and the importance of communities.

• INVOLVE: Visit City/Village Hall and/or encourage students to attend a government meeting or watch one on a local government channel or website. These activities will allow them to see first hand how their local government works.

• COMMUNICATE: Please share your experience with us.