Students at Children’s Garden School in Leaside have elected their student government for the year, taking tips from the Toronto General Election which will be held Monday. Word is that one CGS candidate for school mayor even got an endorsement from John Tory. The annual exercise on civic duty and democracy saw students from Grades 1 to 4 participate in the annual October election. The kids campaign for two weeks for the positions of Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Councilor (one for each grade). On election day, candidates give a speech to their classmates. This year these addresses were of typically high quality — funny, engaging and heartfelt. Voting took place directly after with the new government announced before lunch. School administrators offered congratulations to all candidates for their bravery and commitment to the process. CGS kids encourage you to vote next Monday.
