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This is an excellent opportunity for you to learn more about state government by being a Senate page of the day or my "shadow." You would observe the Tennessee Senate in action, as few students ever have such a chance. One of my interests is to teach District Eight students about state government and civic responsibilities. I visit many schools each year. I support Boy Scouts Eagle Scout Courts of Honor ceremonies and Girl Scout Gold Awards to the best of my ability. I am a staunch advocate of educating members of our next generation to prepare them to shoulder the responsibilities of keeping America strong and free. I truly believe in our children and youth, and I want them to be well-prepared for the future. I announce two programs I make available through my office that may be of interest to students in Blount and Sevier Counties: For more information or to schedule a visit: Call my executive administrative assistant, Deana Guenther, at 1.800.449.8366, extension 12427. Please apply promptly. Available spaces are limited, and these spaces are being filled rapidly. Deana can tell you the best months and the best days of the week for your visit, as well as answer your questions about either program. Because of the length of the day spent in the Senate and the travel time involved, you may wish to consider spending the night in Nashville, a city with many interesting things to do. You may want to visit the
Today in Nashville Website for ideas about things to do and places to stay, while in Nashville. I hope to see you in Nashville!
Inquire now to schedule visits to my office from mid-February to mid-May, 2008
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PAGE OF THE DAY
SHADOW SENATOR
DESCRIPTION
As a page, you would sit in the Senate Chamber, while the Senate is in session. You would assist the Clerk of the Senate by delivering reports and messages to the senators. I would call you to my desk, allowing you to push the vote button on some of the bills that day. During the session, I would introduce you and any adults accompanying you to the Senate.
As my "shadow," you would follow me through an entire day. You would sit in my office, as I meet constituents, lobbyists, and government officials. You would go with me to committee meetings. You would accompany me to sit in the Senate Chamber, while a session is in progress. I would call you to my desk, allowing you to push the vote button on some of the bills that day. During the session, I would introduce you and any adults accompanying you to the Senate.
AGE RANGE
You should be a student in at least the fourth grade.
You should be a student in high school or college (although I may accept eighth grade students on a space-available basis).
OTHER REQUIREMENT
If you are less than eighteen (18) years of age, you must be accompanied by at least one adult.
If you are less than eighteen (18) years of age, you must be accompanied by at least one adult.
OTHER INFORMATION
Any adult(s) accompanying you may sit in the Senate gallery and watch you, as you serve as a page.
You will receive a certificate and photographs, commemorating your visit.
I will have my intern take you and your party on a guided tour of the Capitol Building.
I will try to arrange other ways to make your trip educational and enjoyable.
Family and friends can see you on the Senate's video streaming Internet broadcast, whether live or in taped archives.Any adult(s) accompanying you may sit in the Senate gallery and watch you, as you serve as my "shadow."
You will receive a certificate and photographs, commemorating your visit.
I will have my intern take you and your party on a guided tour of the Capitol Building.
I will try to arrange other ways to make your trip educational and enjoyable.
Family and friends can see you on the Senate's video streaming Internet broadcast, whether live or in taped archives.
Photograph of the Senate Chamber