

Senator Tom Roberts discusses how a bill becomes
a law. |

Participants engaging in a simulation.
From left to right: Patrick Bellamy, Summer
Wiles, Brenda Garrett, James Aldridge, Rick
Hauser, Dave Conrad |

Mr. Al
Bell discusses the history and role of the
Electoral College
|

Educators partaking in a lesson.
From
left to right: Lovie Mayo, Meg Hall |

Mr. Al
Bell and Ms. Deb Schimmoeller present
“Representative Democracy in America |

Lunch
in the Native American Lobby of the Ohio
Judicial Center. |
Experience State Government Like Never Before
Be a part of
the action at this two day seminar devoted to Ohio’s
government and history. OGIA was designed for teachers
by teachers using the Academic Content Standards for the
Social Studies as their guide. Come sit in the seats of
power and meet movers and shakers of Ohio’s government.
All participants will receive a special binder with a
wide variety of teaching materials.
Content based on the Academic Content Standards for
the Social Studies with a focus on:
All three branches of Ohio government
Citizenship
Rights and Responsibilities
The Ohio Constitution
Ohio History
What are teachers saying about OGIA?
“If only all professional development opportunities
could be this valuable….”
“I am constantly amazed and appreciative of how these
are always new and different."
“This program was absolutely great and I am so glad I
got an opportunity to participate. Look forward to
more!”
“I always use this stuff in class!”
“I feel this two-day workshop was wonderful and will
be helpful in addressing my students.”
Questions? Contact Program
Coordinator Curtis Thompson at 877-485-3510 or
cthompson@oclre.org.