Democracy and civics came alive today at Cobb! Our 2026 CT Kid Governor and cabinet visited Cobb today on the campaign trail for the 2027 Kid Governor (a statewide race among 5th graders). They were accompanied by the CT Secretary of State, Stephanie Thomas. Several of our students recognized her as she walked in!!

Our elementary children did us proud answering her questions about the three branches of government, elections and voting. They heard about the importance of making their voices heard as citizens by voting and the power they already have to act on community issues they consider important.

Our own primary candidate, Sam Chenard, was congratulated. He was among 68 students who won primaries in their schools. Children heard from the current Kid Governor and her cabinet members and also watched campaign videos of the candidates standing for election this year. 5th graders have some big decisions to make in the coming days, will be casting their votes, and will await results next Tuesday.

It was an exhilarating experience for us all to welcome and hear from these amazing students and members of office from across the state.