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Civic education equips students to understand their rights and responsibilities and to play active roles in democracy. This is critical for shaping informed, engaged citizens for Oklahoma’s future.

Participating in mock elections teaches critical reasoning, deliberation, communication, and empathy—all skills that are highly valued in the workplace and beyond.

When young people engage civically, communities become stronger and more resilient. It improves social and academic outcomes while fostering a real sense of belonging and collaboration.

Effective civic education encourages understanding across differing viewpoints and helps safeguard democracy by reducing ideological polarization.

Engaging in civic activities during school years creates lifelong habits of participation—including higher voter turnout. Students who feel their voices matter are significantly more likely to vote and remain civically active.

Kids Voting Oklahoma takes civics beyond textbooks by letting students practice democracy. Through mock elections and interactive learning, young people see how government decisions connect to their daily lives, making civics relevant, engaging, and memorable.