In second semester of the 2011-2012 school year, the Young Democrats Club formed with the help of sponsor and English teacher Whitney Harper. President Tyler Ludwig and Vice President Matt Schneider hold meetings in Com. 10 on Thursdays before or after school to plan events and discuss politics with the club.

From Sept. 24-28, with the help of Young Democrats members, students registered to vote at a table in the commons. Members also went door to door in neighborhoods around St. Charles and volunteered at caller drives in order to educate community members about the Democratic Party leaders. The once small group has now expanded to include around 15 members.

“Everyone in school and in the country is affected by the actions of the government,” Schneider said. “We don’t feel like that is represented enough in our school. We are trying to get people involved.”

Back in 2008, North’s Young Republicans Club was 33 members strong. Without a dedicated teacher sponsor, the club has now dwindled down and become non-existent.

“I want students to participate,” Special Education teacher Bryan Spencer said. “But we don’t have a teacher who is willing to give up all the extra time for it.”

The Young Republicans met on Tuesday mornings with sponsor and History teacher Heather Box. Outside of school, the Young Republicans canvassed local neighborhoods for the 2008 election.

“I think it’s important for students to get involved, whether they are Democrat, or Republican, or any other party, ” Box said. “It’s important to have an opinion and be involved.”