Rep. France Encourages Ledyard High School Students during “Civics in Action” Panel

LEDYARD — For the third time in the past four years, State Representative Mike France (R-42) participated this week in Ledyard High School’s “Civics in Action” Round Table discussion. Seated amongst other town, school and public safety officials, Rep. France got to speak with six separate student panels of the sophomore class and answer the students’ questions about the issues that matter to them most.

“The students consistently brought smart, well-informed questions to the table concerning local, state and federal issues they want to advocate for,” said Rep. France, who introduced ten bills this session to support our schools. “I really enjoyed hearing about their issues and providing perspective and feedback on next steps to further their advocacy. I encourage all of our youth to continue researching, observing and making inquiries. Advocacy – especially at the local level – is such a valuable tool to get your voice heard and make a difference. Students can contact me, or any of their Board of Education or town officials, anytime to discuss changes they would like to see happen in their community. I would like to thank Mr. Galante for inviting me and look forward to participating again next year.”

Issues brought to light by the students during these Round Table discussions ranged from bicycle road safety to the prevention of suicide, drug and opioid addiction, animal abuse; drinking age policies, the legalization of marijuana, driver’s education requirements, PTSD and other veterans’ issues, and adoptive children’s rights to medical and genealogy DNA testing.

At the Legislature, Rep. France promotes Ledyard High School’s educational mission to encourage students and graduates to demonstrate responsible behavior and citizenship, work effectively in independent and collaborative settings, respect human and cultural diversity and take responsibility for their own lifelong learning, personal health and well-being.