Stella Rucker, a sophomore at Kamiak High School in Mukilteo, served as a Senate page for Sen. Marko Liias (D-Edmonds) from Feb. 17-21.
During her week as a page, Rucker collected research in support of a bill lowering the legal blood alcohol limit and presented it in a mock committee hearing. She said her favorite part of the program was learning about the legislative process.
Rucker is a member of the National Honor Society and a class officer for her school’s DECA program. She also enjoys playing basketball, reading, and doing art.
The Senate Page Program offers students 14-16 years old a fun, week-long learning experience in the Legislature. They participate in hands-on engagement by delivering papers for Senate staff, drafting and presenting bills in mock committee hearings, and meeting with their senators — all while getting paid.
There’s still time to become a Senate page in 2025! If you or someone you know wants to serve as a page, you can learn more about the program, including how to apply, here: leg.wa.gov/learn-and-participate/civic-education-programs/page-program.