A group of 4th grade Webelos from Cub Scout Pack 325 visited the Granby Town Hall to learn firsthand how the voting process works. The scouts were welcomed by the Granby Registrars of Voters, who gave the group a tour of the early voting area, and explained how ballots are cast and counted.
The scouts learned about voter registration, the process of casting your ballot on election day and the difference between majority and plurality voting. They discussed the three branches of government, and the part each one plays in creating new laws. They used that information at their next meeting to campaign for and vote on their favorite snacks. Trail mix took a narrow victory over goldfish, apples, string cheese and nachos!
The visit is part of the scouts’ My Community adventure that encourages citizenship, community involvement and learning about how our government works. The Webelos left with new knowledge and a few ideas about how they might serve their community in the future! From left, Bridget, Amelia, Hudson and Ralphie.
Submitted by the Granby Registrars of Voters