Pillsbury United Communities is a sponsoring partner for 2025 Youth Day at the Capitol. 30 PUC high schoolers will attend civic engagement workshops and meet with their state representatives and senators about issues important to them.

Get ready for an unforgettable day at the Capitol, where you’ll have the chance to meet and interview government officials who help shape your communities. This is your opportunity to ask tough questions and dive deep into the issues that matter most to you. It’s not just a field trip—it’s a chance to make your voice heard and see how you can use your people skills to hold government accountable and make a difference. This day will be packed with valuable insights, inspiration, and an unforgettable experience that you can take with you into your future as an engaged citizen!

Who: Interns (KRSM, Food Systems, Teen Tech, North News), Cedar-Riverside Youth Council members, FANS Scholars

What: Learn how to become politically active around issues important to you and meet the State Representative for your community.

When: Tuesday, February 25. Depart from your location (Brian Coyle, Waite House, North Market and Oak Park) around 8am. Your youth leader will confirm the exact time. We will be riding in the agency vans and returning between 2:30-4:00. We are awaiting the confirmation times of afternoon meetings with our representatives and that will determine the time we leave.

Where: Minnesota State Capitol and Minnesota History Center

Northside Group + Van (Oak Park + North Market)

Lead Staff: Tirzah Sanchez Christopher (North News + FANS Scholars) and Beatriz Ruiz (Food Systems)

Phillips Group + Van (Waite House)

Lead Staff: Cristeta Boarini (KRSM) and Lillian Biolo Thompson (FANS Scholars)

Cedar-Riverside Group + Van (Brian Coyle)

Lead Staff: Fardowza Ali (Teen Tech + FANS)

Lunch provided. Jimmy John’s: pork-free and vegetarian options available, please notify your staff of dietary needs or preferences.