Local students attend County Government Day
Lawrence-Nelson High School and Superior High School government students attended the Nuckolls County Government Day in Nelson this week. Pictured during the mock trial (from left) are Clay Williams, Jessica Sole, Cecily Majors, Kyalin Fullerton, Nolan Ostdiek, Cole Troudt and Jayden Jorganson (judge).
Jayden Jorgensen, an Lawrence-Nelson alumni, was a guest speaker during government day activities at the Nuckolls County Courthouse this week.
Nuckolls County high school students and their government teachers attended County Government Day at the county courthouse in Nelson on Monday.
The day started with a general assembly, the pledge of allegiance, introduction of the veterans, American Legion representatives, VFW and county officials. Students took an oath of office. Following the introductions, Jayden Jorgensen, a Lawrence-Nelson High School graduate, told about the history of the Star-Spangled Banner. Students were then able to take an intermission and enjoy juice and cookies.
Royce Gonzales, clerk of district court, spoke to the students about the importance of truth and integrity, and upholding those moral principles. After that speech, students were divided into groups, and led by a veteran to stations set up around the courthouse. Those stations were county roads, drunk goggles, extension educator, and Area Substance and Alcohol Abuse Prevention (ASSAP) and enCourage Advocacy Center (formerly called SASA.)
The enCourage Advocacy Center is located in Hastings. They offer a variety of services to help educate, advocate and eliminate domestic violence in South Central Nebraska. They also provide support, guidance and education to men, women and children to live a life free from domestic and sexual violence. Their hotline is 877-322-7272.
Students ate lunch in the basement of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The meal was prepared by the Sacred Heart Altar Society included pulled pork sandwiches, baked beans, chips, pickle slices, dessert bars and tea or water.
After lunch, students conducted a mock trial. Carrie Miller, the county election officer, then came into the courtroom to discuss voter information. The day ended with a closing talk from Royce Gonzales.
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