For anyone who has ever considered serving on their school board, borough council or township board, there will be an opportunity to learn how to run for office.
The Penn State Extension will offer a webinar ‘Toss Your Hat in the Ring’ from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Feb. 9.
The program includes
- an overview of Pennsylvania local government and the responsibilities of a township supervisor, a borough council member and a school board director and
- instructions on how to run: filing a petition, reporting campaign expenses and other important information;
The webinar won’t offer campaign tips or strategies; rather the focus is on understanding the roles, responsibilities and personal rewards that come with public service.
“The people who run our local governments are our friends and neighbors – people just like us,” explained Penn State Extension Educator Judy Chambers.
“You don’t need special training or experience to serve your township, borough or school district. If you’re interested in serving, care about your community and are willing to learn on the job, we’d like to encourage you to toss your hat in the ring.”
In addition to the webinar, the Extension will offer a two-hour workshop version of the program in 16 locations this winter. All workshops will run from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. The fee for webinar or workshop is $25 per person.
Details and registration information is available online or by contacting Judy Chambers, Penn State Extension at chambers@psu.edu or 717 334-6271.