State Representative Anthony DeLuca of the 80th District engaged with the 8th-grade class at CHSD170’s Chicago Heights Middle School on Monday, October 28, sharing insights about government and public service.
The visit, strategically aligned with the civics curriculum, served as an interdisciplinary study with English Language Arts. This alignment aimed to inspire students and foster civic engagement among the youth, reinforcing the educational value of the event.
Rep. DeLuca discussed the importance of understanding government functions and the role of elected officials in the community. He highlighted how laws are made and the impact of local government decisions on residents’ daily lives.
The students were not just passive listeners but active participants, eagerly asking a range of questions about topics such as the legislative process, how to get involved in politics, and the responsibilities of a state representative. Eighth-grade students Eric Sinay Lutin and Daniel Buckley helped moderate the event, facilitating discussions and ensuring their classmates’ questions were heard.
“It was great to hear the students’ questions and see their enthusiasm,” Rep. DeLuca remarked. “Engaging with young minds is essential for the future of our democracy.”
A dedicated team of educators, including Steven Krueger, Dave Dougherty, Jeff Nelson, Gina Rizzo, and Jody Irwin, made the event possible. Their tireless efforts ensured a smooth and enriching experience for both the students and the guest speaker.
As the session wrapped up, Rep. DeLuca emphasized the importance of education in shaping the future. He encouraged students to take their studies seriously and remain engaged in their learning. “Education is the key to your success,” he said. “It empowers you to make informed decisions and contribute to your community.”
CHMS Principal Chris Baikauskas expressed his enthusiasm for the visit, stating, “Today’s event is a fantastic opportunity for our students to learn about civic engagement and understand how they can make a difference in their community. It’s essential for them to recognize that their voices matter.”
The event left a lasting impression on the students, igniting their interest and motivation to delve deeper into civic matters and actively contribute to their community.
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State Representative Anthony DeLuca of District 80 interacted with the 8th grade class at CHSD170’s Chicago Heights Middle School on Monday, October 28, sharing ideas about government and public service.
The visit, strategically aligned with the civic education curriculum, served as an interdisciplinary study with English Language Arts. This lineup aimed to inspire students and encourage civic engagement among young people, reinforcing the educational value of the event.
Representative DeLuca discussed the importance of understanding the functions of government and the role of elected officials in the community. He highlighted how laws are made and the impact of local government decisions on the daily lives of residents.
The students were not just passive listeners, but active participants, enthusiastically asking a series of questions on topics such as the legislative process, how to get involved in politics, and the responsibilities of a state representative. Eighth graders Eric Sinay Lutin and Daniel Buckley helped moderate the event, facilitating discussions and making sure their classmates’ questions were heard.
“It was great to hear the students’ questions and see their enthusiasm,” said Rep. DeLuca. “Engaging with young minds is essential for the future of our democracy.”
A dedicated team of educators, including Steven Krueger, Dave Dougherty, Jeff Nelson, Gina Rizzo and Jody Irwin, made the event possible. Their tireless efforts ensured a smooth and enriching experience for both the students and the guest speaker.
Concluding the session, Representative DeLuca emphasized the importance of education in shaping the future. He encouraged students to take their studies seriously and continue to engage in their learning. “Education is the key to success,” he said. “It empowers you to make informed decisions and contribute to your community.”
CHMS Principal Chris Baikauskas expressed his excitement about the visit, stating: “Today’s event is a fantastic opportunity for our students to learn about civic engagement and understand how they can make a difference in their community. It is essential that they recognize that their voices matter.”
The event left a lasting impression on the students, igniting their interest and motivation to delve deeper into civic issues and actively contribute to their community.
