HELENA, Mont. — Montana Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen welcomed students from across the state to the Montana State Capitol this week. Secretary Jacobsen and staff visited with students serving the Montana Legislature, groups from Class C schools Hysham, Stanford, and Turner, and a group of homeschooled students from Dillon.

Secretary Jacobsen and staff highlighted the office’s roles and responsibilities, explaining the conduct of Montana elections, registration of new businesses, and her work to increase and protect public access as a member of the Montana Land Board.

“This was another great week of meeting with Montana students and teachers,” said Secretary Jacobsen. “These students are engaged in learning about our state government, and I applaud the schools and staff for allowing them to see our government at work firsthand.”

“Thank you for the honor of visiting the Secretary of State’s Office, and best of luck in your future endeavors,” she added.

Secretary Jacobsen provided each student with a copy of the United States and Montana Constitutions and encouraged them to participate in the annual U.S. Constitution Contest each fall. Many of the student groups also met with their local legislators and other elected officials and watched legislative debates during floor sessions.