The Camden County Clerk’s Office and the Camden County Board of Elections announced on Mar. 16 a countywide contest inviting students to design new “I Voted” stickers, aiming to promote civic engagement ahead of the upcoming election season.
The initiative seeks to encourage young people in Camden County to participate in democracy by allowing their artwork to be featured on official voting stickers distributed during future elections. The contest is open to students living in Camden County who attend public, private, or charter schools within the county, or who are homeschooled.
Clerk Pamela Lampitt said, “Not only will this contest give Camden County students the chance to see their artwork worn by thousands of Camden County residents, but it is my hope that it will get our young people excited about voting and civic engagement. I’m looking forward to seeing the designs that these students come up with, and I encourage all Camden County students to participate.”
Students in grades 5 through 8 can enter the “I Voted” sticker contest, while those in grades 9 through 12 may submit entries for the “I Voted by Mail” sticker. Each submission must include an original hand-drawn design and a brief written statement explaining why voting matters. Entries will be judged on originality, creativity, neatness, and relevance.
Donna Robinson Taylor, Chair of the Board of Elections, said, “The Board of Elections is so excited to team with Clerk Lampitt for this fun opportunity and are looking forward to seeing what young creative minds come up with. Getting children excited to take part in the election process is fundamental in building their enthusiasm as future voters!” Commissioner R. John Custodio added, “The Camden County Board of Elections is sponsoring this contest with the Camden County Clerk’s office to engage the future voter. The contest is a tremendous way to get the future generation excited about voting and civic engagement.”
According to the official website, Camden County supports over 500,000 residents across 37 municipalities and advances community welfare through efforts in education, workforce development, public safety, health services, transportation initiatives, economic development programs as well as maintaining parks and libraries. The county operates under a seven-member Board of Commissioners serving staggered three-year terms according to its official website.
Entries must be submitted by 4 p.m. EST on Friday, May 1. Winners will be notified via email or phone using contact information provided on entry forms; if verification cannot be completed for a winner, runner-up designs may be selected instead.
