KidsVention & Mock Election

Empowering Nevada's Youth Through Simulated Debates and Mock Elections

Key Benefits

  • Critical Thinking: Analyzing diverse viewpoints.

  • Public Speaking: Articulating ideas confidently.

  • Civic Knowledge: Understanding governmental processes.

  • Collaboration: Working with peers to form arguments.

Participating in KidsVention helped me understand the importance of civic engagement.
— — Jamie L., 8th Grade Student

How to be a part of KidsVention

Join us in shaping the future of democracy. Register your class for KidsVention & the Student Mock Election today!

Celebrating its 29th year, KidsVention is a simulated debate where students learn and participate in civil discourse about topics at local, state, and federal levels.

This virtual experience includes four debates between current students and Nevada's elected officials, inspiring messages from special guests, and special musical performances by students across the state.

  1. Register: Sign up your class for the event.

  2. Prepare: Utilize the provided materials to prepare students.

  3. Engage: Participate in the live virtual debates.

  4. Reflect: Discuss outcomes and lessons learned.

Infographic titled "Kidsvention 2024 Questions" with four questions related to Nevada policies: 1. Celebrate Nevada Day on October 31. 2. Require school recess for non-academic activities. 3. Provide free education for college/trade school. 4. Ban cell phone use in schools. Each question is accompanied by an icon depicting its theme.

Student Mock Election

The NV Student Mock Election is a collaborative effort between

Great Seal of the State of Nevada with "Secretary of State" text
Logo of Nevada Center for Civic Engagement with a stylized capitol building.

Visit the Mock Election Canvas Course to access:

  • Lesson Materials

  • Online Ballots

  • Implementation Ideas

Watch our Social Media for a fun contest for Nevada teachers

“I Voted” Sticker Request

Logo of Nevada Department of Education with an open book and graduate cap.

Complete the form below to request your “I Voted” stickers for the Mock Election.

Please note: each teacher must request stickers for their class(es).