Aalst students pick Color Run as top school activity in mock elections
Students at Brede School Aalst experienced democracy firsthand by voting for their favorite school activity. The Color Run won with 57 votes, teaching kids how elections work while Mayor Oosterveer and council members showcased local governance in action.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | School elections at Brede School Aalst |
| Date | March 16, 2026 |
| Voter Turnout | 91% |
| Winning Activity | Color Run (57 votes) |
| Other Options | Sports Day, Theatre/Music/Dance Day, Old-fashioned school day, Scavenger Hunt |
| Special Guests | Mayor Oosterveer, Council members |
| Location | Aalst, Waalre municipality, Noord-Brabant |
| Voting Eligibility | Groups 5–8 |
The municipality of Waalre organized this mock election to educate students about democratic processes. Local government representatives, including the mayor, participated to demonstrate how voting and civic engagement shape community decisions.
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Make your choice! Students of Brede School Aalst cast their votes
On Monday, March 16, students of Brede School Aalst cast their votes during the school elections. Under the guidance of Tom, a parent and experienced polling station chairman, groups 5 through 8 chose from five fun activities proposed by the student council.
Votes were cast for:
- Sports Day
- Color Run
- Theatre/Music/Dance Day
- Old-fashioned school day
- Scavenger Hunt
The results
With an impressive turnout of 91%, the students overwhelmingly chose… the Color Run (57 votes). A colorful winner indeed! Mayor Oosterveer was present during the vote counting and officially announced the results at 2:00 PM. Council members were also in attendance, giving students a glimpse into how elections work and the impact their work can have on the residents of our municipality.
A real polling station at school
Thanks to the election project group, a real polling station was set up that day. The children not only learned what to vote for but, more importantly, how to vote. Democracy was brought right to their doorstep.
A highly educational and festive day! Thanks for this wonderful initiative.
For everyone who is eligible to vote: see you on Wednesday, March 18 at a polling station of your choice.
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