 Join us for the Youth Voice Project’s Youth-Led School Board Candidate Forum, where local youth will guide the conversation with candidates appearing on the 2026 Spring Election ballot. This forum creates space for respectful dialogue, youth leadership, and community learning—centering the voices of young people in conversations about education.
Thursday, March 19, 2026 6:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM) Haribo Hall, Madrigrano Conference Center Gateway Technical College – Kenosha Campus This event is open to the public and welcomes community members, educators, families, and partners. Why it matters: Centering youth voice strengthens cross-sector collaboration and ensures community decisions reflect the experiences of those most impacted.  Calling all high school sophomores, juniors & seniors!
Want to build leadership skills, plan events, lead projects, and make your voice heard in our community? Over 6 months, you’ll: Grow as a leader Host our Youth-Led Town Hall Work with BOF staff Earn service hours Just ask Destiny—KUSD grad & now Carthage sophomore—who started as a participant and is now a leader ensuring youth voices shape decisions at every level. Know a student who’d be a great fit? Spread the word! Contact: Brandon Morris, Partnership Development Manager [email protected] Apply here: forms.gle/YiTFE2oRJVPMjyAE7 KUSD High Schoolers Lead the Conversations: Watch the Youth Town Hall School Board Candidate Forum3/17/2025
 Congratulations to our local high schoolers for hosting a thoughtful and engaging Youth Town Hall School Board Candidate Forum last week! Their leadership in fostering meaningful dialogue with KUSD School Board candidates highlights the power of youth voice in shaping the future of education.
A huge thank you to Gateway Technical College for hosting us at HARIBO Hall/Madrigrano Conference Center, and to Justin Matthews and the Upload Partners team for making the livestream possible. We also appreciate Kenosha News and TMJ4 News for covering this important event. With the spring election just weeks away, now is the time to learn about the four candidates running for two open seats on the KUSD School Board. If you missed the live event, you can still watch the full forum here! |
Our Mission: Together we will engage our community to provide an environment in which all contribute and excel. Our Vision: Everyone achieving personal potential from cradle to career. |
