Local students in grades six through 12 can submit requests to serve as a page with State Sen. Vaneta Becker’s (R-Evansville) office at the Statehouse during the Indiana General Assembly’s 2015 legislative session.
“The Senate Page program is a wonderful opportunity for local students to learn about state government and visit the Statehouse,†Becker said. “From my experience, pages really enjoy their day in Indianapolis where they tour the capitol building, meet with state officials and watch debates on legislation.â€
Serving as a page is considered an excused absence from school. The day begins with orientation at 8:30 a.m., and pages are dismissed at 3:30 p.m. Students break for lunch prior to the Senate session.
The program runs from January through April. Students may serve as pages on Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays. Groups serve together on Wednesdays. Due to limited space, applicants need to submit materials as soon as possible.
Students can apply online at www.IndianaSenateRepublicans.com/page-program or send a letter to State Sen. Vaneta Becker, 200 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204.
Applications need to include the student’s name, address, home telephone number, age and school affiliation or home-school status.
After applications are processed, students receive confirmation of his or her scheduled date to serve.
For more information, call 800-382-9467.
