(Indianapolis, IN) - Students locally and statewide can now apply to become a page in the Indiana Senate early next year.

Through the full-day program, students in grades 6 through 12 tour Indiana’s Statehouse, listen to debates, and help staff with age-appropriate tasks alongside having the opportunity to meet their state senator.  

"The Senate Page Program is a great way for kids to get involved in state government," said State Senator Mike Bohacek of Michiana Shores.

Bohacek advises students interested in applying not to wait. 

“Positions fill quickly,” he said.

Serving as a page is considered an excused absence from school.

The Senate Page Program will begin in January and run through February during the entire two-month legislative session.  Bohacek said pages are scheduled for Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays during the session and serve from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.