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First Vote NC, an initiative of EducationNC, launched an election simulation platform in conjunction with the 2016 elections for NC public and charter high schools. By offering schools an online election platform, First Vote helps teachers bridge the gap between what students are learning in civics class and how they translate that information into meaningful application in the real world. If students have an opportunity to practice voting every year, voting becomes a habit. Let’s make North Carolina a leader in cultivating civically engaged and informed young people.
All you need is any device connected to the internet — computer, tablet, or smartphone. Simply register your school to participate and the simulation election platform built by EdNC will automatically generate a customizable ballot, all based on your school’s address.

Project Based
First Vote NC is designed to tie in with the American History: Founding Principles, Civics and Economics course. It teaches real-world knowledge and higher order thinking as it asks students to reflect, solve problems, answer complex questions, work with others, lead, and produce a public product.

1) Engage educators in EdNC and Reach NC Voices initiatives

2) Connect educator-driven networks to share skills, experiences, stories, and perspectives about policies and practices that most impact students and their work

3) Elevate the voice of educators to enhance, deepen, and diversify EdNC work