Golden State Today

Registration is now open for the 2024 California Student Mock Election, aimed at encouraging students to become active voters when they turn 18. California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber Ph.D., and Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond have invited high school and middle school students, teachers, and principals to participate in the event scheduled for October 8, 2024. This mock election precedes the General Election on November 5, 2024.

“Young people have the potential to be a powerful force in elections,” Secretary Weber stated. “The Student Mock Election provides students with a pathway to civic engagement by tapping into the excitement of the campaign season. As students learn about the candidates and issues, they discover how government and politics affect every part of their lives. They gain firsthand knowledge of how citizens make their voices heard in our democracy and experience the power of their votes when they are joined by thousands of California students participating in the Student Mock Election this year.”