Voter Registration Drives Begin Soon

Your vote matters. That's the message the Williamson County Election Commission is sending to high school seniors.

The commission will hold voter registration drives at all Williamson County high schools the week of September 16-23. Those students who will be 18 years old by the date of the next election and are a citizen of the United States will be eligible to register. 

"Many students are interested in current issues and intend to vote, but distractions and hurdles often hinder their participation," said WCS Social Studies Curriculum Specialist Ashley Flood. "Research indicates that when students are encouraged to vote and learn about registration and voting processes, they are more equipped to navigate and engage in future elections. Our goal is to inspire a sense of responsibility and support students as they develop the habit of actively participating in our democracy at all levels of government."

To register, students must bring their ID and know their Social Security Number. The schedule of voter registration drives is listed below.

• Brentwood High - Thursday, September 19
• Centennial High - Friday, September 20
• Fairview High - Monday, September 16
• Franklin High - Wednesday, September 18
• Independence High - Thursday, September 19
• Nolensville High - Tuesday, September 17
• Page High - Tuesday, September 17
• Ravenwood High - Wednesday, September 18
• Renaissance High - Monday, September 16
• Summit High - Monday, September 23
• Vanguard High - Online in Homeroom