Kids Voting North Carolina is an inspiring initiative that engages youth in the electoral
process and fosters civic responsibility. By allowing young people to participate alongside adult voters during such a pivotal election year, it not only educates them about their voting rights but also emphasizes the importance of their voices in democracy.
The structure of the program—separate voting stations, picture ballots, and trained
volunteers—ensures that kids have a supportive environment to learn about voting. Collecting and tallying votes from young participants further reinforces the message that every vote counts, as demonstrated by the results from various local and state races.
Looking ahead to the 2026 elections, maintaining this program will be crucial for
nurturing informed, engaged citizens. Encouraging adults to bring their children to vote will help instill the values of civic duty and participation from a young age, ultimately shaping the leaders of tomorrow. By emphasizing that each vote matters, Kids Voting North Carolina empowers the next generation to take an active role in their communities and in shaping the future.
For more information regarding Clay County’s 4-H Program, please contact the 4-H
Agent, Kiffney Stokes at 828-389-6305 or kiffney.stokes@ncsu.edu.
2024 Kids Voting Election Results
Total Votes Cast: 242
President: Donald Trump (Rep)
Vice President: JD Vance (Rep)
NC Governor: Mark Robinson (Rep)
NC Insurance Commissioner: Mike Causey (Rep)
NC Labor Commissioner: Luke Farley (Rep)
NC Secretary of State: Chad Brown (Rep)
NC Superintendent of Public Instruction: Michele Morrow (Rep)
NC Lieutenant Governor: Hal Weatherman (Rep)
NC Attorney General: Dan Bishop (Rep)
NC State Treasurer: Brad Briner (Rep)
Clay County Board of Commissioners: Randy Nichols (Rep), Rob Peck (Rep), & Dwight H. Penland (Rep)
Clay County Board of Education: Danny Jones (Rep) & Josh Ashe (Rep)
