Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Bonner talks with Miller Place HS students about local...

Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Bonner talks with Miller Place HS students about local government

Photo from Councilwoman Bonner's office

On October 10, Town of Brookhaven Councilwoman Jane Bonner (center) met with Miller Place High School students in Tara Penske’s 12th Grade Civics classes. She spoke about her role in local government, her responsibilities and those of colleagues on the Town Board. Councilwoman Bonner was eager to speak with students about her job as an elected official and answered their questions. She also spoke with the students about pursuing a career in government and how they can make a difference in the community where they live.

Councilwoman Bonner said, “High School is an exciting time when students really start thinking about finding a career that suits them best and they will enjoy So, it was great to meet with Ms. Penske’s very curious students. They asked questions, eagerly joined in the discussions and a few said they would even be interested to pursue a career in government.”