Welcome to the third biennial Candidates School sponsored by
Operation Clean Government.
The Candidates School is a non-partisan educational seminar held every election year in Rhode Island. The Candidates School is designed to broaden citizen involvement in state and local government by empowering citizens with the knowledge they need to get involved in the political process.
Whether its for the school committee, city or town council, state legislature, general office or federal office, if you are running for office or considering a run for office, get the information you need to make a difference!
Saturday, March 11, 2006· 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Crowne Plaza Hotel · Warwick, Rhode Island
Continental breakfast and luncheon are included!
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Program highlights
Learn Step by Step How to Qualify as a Candidate
Declaring your candidacy for office involves a lot more than making a public announcement.- Receive a complete checklist of key filing dates
- Participate in discussions on how to get nomination signatures and party endorsements
- Find out the pros and cons of affiliating with a party versus running as an independent
- Learn about the rules of ethics that apply to candidates including the importance of financial disclosure
Find Money and Develop a Fundraising Plan Like the Pros
The program will cover common and not-so-common methods of raising money.- Learn sound strategies for developing and managing a solid fundraising plan, budget and timeline
- Find out the secrets to running your campaign on limited funds.
- Learn how campaign finance laws will impact your campaign.
Get Your Message Out By Effectively Utilizing the Media
Communicating your campaign message is critical to a successful run for office.- Learn how and when to contact the media, what issues that are sure to get covered, and how to deal with reporters.
- Find out the importance of projecting an image and how to develop and communicate your campaign theme
- Learn the advantages of creating free media opportunities.
News and developments
Early Registration Fee Extended!
February 26, 2006 by DCClarke
To encourage attendance and by popular request, the early registration fee of $95.00 has been extended right up to March 10. Sign up now and don't miss this informative and timely event!
Essay Contest Scholarship Announced!
February 15, 2006 by DCClarke
The Candidates School Committee is pleased to announce an Essay Contest to allow one Rhode Islander to attend the 2006 Candidates School on March 11. The purpose of the contest is to promote citizen participation in the governmental process. The entry deadline is March 1. Any Rhode Island citizen may enter, whether running for office or not. For more information, click on the Essay Contest link.
Media Campaign has Begun!
January 21, 2006 by DCClarke
Help us get the word out! Soon, advertisments for the Candidates School will air over the radio and in the local papers. Remember, the deadline for early registration is fast approaching. After February 11, the admission price increases from $95 to $125.
Governor Carcieri to be Keynote Speaker
January 19, 2006 by DCClarke
The Candidates School Committee is pleased to announce that our Governor Donald Carcieri as agreed to deliver the keynote address at this year's Candidates School. Along with Governor Carcieri, former U.S. Representative Robert Weygand will also deliver the luncheon address.
Planning for Candidates School 2006 has begun!
September 6, 2005 by DCClarke
The Candidates School Committee has been very busy over the last few months organizing the Candidates School 2006! We hope to improve on the success of the last two schools by adding new and helpful content for candidates. For 2006, the Candidates School will feature a segment on campaigning to various demographic and special interest groups. We have invited members from business, labor and environmental groups to discuss political issues that are of particular interest to them. In addition, we will feature an entire breakout session on political issues important to senior citizens. And continuing with our success in 2004, we will again provide focused sessions on political issues important to women and minorities. Of course, all of the nuts and bolts of running a campaign will be discussed in detail, along with an updated resource manual for each student. Finally, for 2006, we will feature a companion program specifically tailored to high school students that will feature topics ranging from involvement in the political process to civic awareness. This program will run simultaneously with the main candidates school and will provide an excellent opportunity to introduce prospective young politicians to the political process and the duties of promoting honest, responsible and responsive government. Further details will be announced soon!
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