STATEHOUSE — The Indiana Senate is accepting applications for the 2025 Senate Page Program, said state Sen. Ryan Mishler (R-Mishawaka).
Through the full-day program, students in sixth through 12th grades tour Indiana’s Statehouse, listen to debates and help staff with age-appropriate tasks. Students also have the opportunity to meet their state senator.
"As a former Senate page myself, the Page Program is a great opportunity for students to receive firsthand experience in the legislative process. My participation as a page not only helped me learn about my civic duties, it also helped me discover my interest in policy and shaped my path toward my current position as a state senator," Mishler said. "I strongly encourage students in Senate District 9 who are interested in the legislative process to apply."
The Senate Page Program will begin in January and is expected to run through early April. Pages are scheduled for Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays during the legislative session. They begin their day at 8:30 a.m. and are dismissed at 3:30 p.m. Groups serve together on Wednesdays. Indiana law permits eligible students to serve as a Senate Page one day per legislative session and receive an excused absence from school for their participation. Positions fill quickly, so it is important to apply early.
When completing the application, students will be able to request the day they would like to page. Once the application is submitted, the Senate Page Office will reach out to confirm the paging date and ensure all required participation forms are signed.
For more information or to apply, visit www.IndianaSenateRepublicans.com/Page-Program.