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Toss Your Hat in the Ring
February 12 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR
Thinking about serving on your school board, borough council, or township board? Toss Your Hat in the Ring, a webinar from Penn State Extension, offers an essential guide to local government in Pennsylvania. Explore the responsibilities of township supervisors, borough council members, and school board directors, and learn how to run for office, including filing petitions, financial disclosures, and campaign reporting. Hear firsthand experiences from a panel of elected officials as they discuss their expectations and realities of public service. This session is your opportunity to understand the impact and responsibilities of serving your community.
EVENT DETAILS
A ninety-minute live webinar will provide an overview of local Pennsylvania governments and the responsibilities of officials, including township supervisors, borough council members, and school board directors.
WHEN
February 12, 2025
(5:30 PM-7:00 PM ET)
Register By: February 12, 2025
See event fee details.
Who is this for?
Individuals interested in becoming local officials
Those seeking to learn more about the responsibilities of local officials
What will you learn?
Overview of Pennsylvania local government, including elected and appointed offices
Essentials of running for office: petitions, financial reports, and other requirements
Insights from local officials on their experiences running for and serving in office
Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.
A link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date.
Register By
February 12, 2025
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