NO PAGE is allowed to have their cell phone, ipod, cd player, etc. with them while they are performing their duties as a PAGE. All personal items, bags, or purses will be locked in 403 of the Capitol. If a PAGE is seen with any of the above items they will be asked to hand over their item(s) to the PAGE Director, who will return the item(s) at the end of the day’s session.
- All PAGEs must be at least 12 years of age.
- Please no chewing of gum or candy while performing duties of a PAGE.
Lunch:
Lunch is provided to each PAGE by the House of Representatives. During this time PAGE's Representative will be asked to join them so they will be able to talk about their experience at the Capitol. If you are working on a later session day (1:00pm) lunch will be provided first thing.
* If you have food allergies please let the PAGE Director know so we may attempt to accommodate you if there are any problems.
Pay:
Each PAGE is paid $10.00 for their service to the Georgia House of Representatives. Along with this pay they will also receive a first hand look at the legislative process in the state of Georgia.
Certificate:
Each PAGE will receive a certificate of service at the end of the day. This certificate will serve as an excuse absence from school.
Pictures:
The PAGEs will have their pictures taken with the Speaker right before lunch if time permits. Also they may have their picture taken with their Representative. The picture will be sent to the PAGE as soon as they are available.
Parents/Guardians:
If you want to stay at the Capitol during the time your child will be serving as a PAGE you can stay in the House Gallery on the 4th floor and watch the day’s session. You will not be able to take flash photography while the House is in session. There are also many attractions around the Capitol for you to visit, Underground Atlanta and Coca-Cola Factory.
Parking:
Parking is always an issue during times of session. A suggestion for parking would be at Underground Atlanta (one block past the Capitol on M.L.K. Jr. Drive). The cost for this is $5.00 for the day.
