Voter education is vital in a democratic society, and schools can play a vital role in the process. One common form of voter education is to hold a candidate forum. Planning is important to the success of the forum.

• Find another organization to sponsor the non-partisan forum
• Identify the non-partisan purpose of the forum
• Set the date, time, and place
• Set criteria for candidate involvement
• Invite the candidates
• Plan for a variety of elements
  • Write-in candidates
  • Candidates who cannot attend
  • Audio and/or video hook ups
  • Time limits