Today, students in Division 3 and Division 5 had the exciting opportunity to welcome MLA Janet Routledge to our school for a special presentation about government, democracy, and active citizenship.
Janet Routledge shared her journey into politics, explaining how she became involved in public service and what inspired her to make a difference in her community. Students learned about her important role as Whip for the Women’s Caucus and heard about ongoing efforts to improve equity and representation in politics, helping to ensure that more voices are heard and included in decision-making.
She also gave students an inside look at how Parliamentary debate works and discussed the importance of having a code of conduct to promote respectful discussion, even when people disagree. Students learned that strong democracies depend on people being able to share different perspectives thoughtfully and respectfully.
One of the most powerful messages Janet shared was that in a democracy, there should be no spectators—everyone has a role to play in helping their community and contributing to positive change. She encouraged students to think about how they can be active citizens, whether that means speaking up about issues they care about, helping others, or becoming involved in their community.
Students asked thoughtful questions and were highly engaged throughout the presentation. We are so grateful to Janet Routledge for taking the time to visit our school, share her experiences, and inspire our students to see themselves as future changemakers.
