Village of Schaumburg Celebrates Annual Youth In Government Day

The Village of Schaumburg will hold its annual Youth-In-Government Day on Wednesday, May 20 at the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center where students from Schaumburg High School will participate in daily activities and tasks commonly performed by village employees.

During the event, students will be paired with elected officials, department directors and other key staff members to learn more about the activities, services and programs provided by the Village of Schaumburg.

A schedule of the day's events is included below:

9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Students arrive in Parker Hall for opening remarks. Students paired with counterparts.

9:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

Students spend time in respective departments. Village Board members and Mayor prepare for Board meeting with elected officials.

11:15 a.m. - Noon

Lunch (Prairie Center for the Arts)

Noon - 2 p.m.

Mock Village Board meeting. Mock Board approves an expense of $2,000.

2 p.m.

Students depart.

Students will also be allowed to approve an expenditure in an amount not to exceed $2,000. Each department is required to submit one proposal to be considered by the "Student Mock Village Board." The student and his or her corresponding department is responsible for presenting the agenda item, justifying the request and encouraging the Mock Village Board to approve the request. This allows the students to learn the process for approving village expenditures. In addition, students will be able to exercise discretion to fund a program or service they feel is worthwhile and will benefit the community. The proposal that is selected by the Mock Village Board will be funded by the Village of Schaumburg.

Students will also be encouraged to utilize social media to share and communicate their experiences throughout the day.

For questions regarding the event, contact Director of Community Services Kathleen Tempesta at ktempesta@villageofschaumburg.com or (847) 923-4718.