Suffolk County Legislator Leslie Kennedy and Suffolk County Comptroller John M. Kennedy Jr. had an important message for a group of more than 200 seventh grade students at Samoset Middle School: learn as much as you can about our Constitution, civic participation, and get involved making your community a better place to live.
The two Suffolk County lawmakers participated in a school assembly titled “Constitutional Principles and Civic Participation.”
The crash course in government and civics covered a wide range of topics, including the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, the role of local governments, and how you can work with local public servants to solve problems.
Following the discussion students peppered both Kennedys with questions about how Suffolk County government operates for the common good.
The highly engaged audience asked numerous questions throughout and toward the end, asking about the function of local officials and how to get involved.
“I hope they continue this level of curiosity and enthusiasm toward local government,” said Legislator Kennedy.