March 27, 2009

Representative DeBolt sponsors page in Olympia
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Calvin Roberts, a W.F. West freshman, recently served as a page in the House of Representatives. Calvin is the son of Janice Roberts of Chehalis.

"I'm always pleased to have students from the 20th Legislative District spend a week in Olympia," DeBolt, R-Chehalis said. "Taking part in the legislative process is a tremendous learning experience they will remember forever."

Students have been serving as pages for the Legislature since 1891. This program presents them with a unique educational opportunity. Their duties vary from ceremonial tasks, such as presenting the flags, to operational chores, like distributing messages and documents to legislators in their offices, in committee meetings or in the House chambers during floor sessions.

During his week in Olympia, Calvin also attended page school where he learned about state government, including how a bill becomes a law.

Pages must be sponsored by a legislator, be in good academic standing and obtain permission from their parents and school. While in Olympia, they are paid a stipend for their service and most live with a volunteer host family.

Additional information about the House Page Program can be found on the Internet by visiting: http://www.leg.wa.gov/House/Pages/HousePageProgram.aspx  

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For more information, contact:  Lisa Fenton, Communications Director - (360) 786-7728