The Wahkiakum County Eagle - Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891

Kris Parke of Skamokawa spent a week from April 9-13 serving as a page for Rep. Dean Takko (D-Longview) of the 19th Legislative District.

Parke, 16, is the son of Lori and Greg Parke. He is a junior at Wahkiakum High School.

"The page program is an excellent opportunity for high school students to experience government first-hand," said Rep. Takko. "Kris did a wonderful job aiding members. I think he learned a lot about government during his time at the capitol."

Since 1891, students have come from across the state to serve as pages in the Senate and House of Representatives.

Students or parents interested in the page program should contact Rep. Takko's office. To serve as a page, a student must:

· Be at least 14 years old but not yet 17.

· Have permission from their school and from their parents or legal guardian.

· Be sponsored by a member of the House or Senate.

Local programs sponsoring Parke were Wahkiakum County 4-H Council, Wahkiakum County Health and Human Services Prevention Program and community members supporting positive experiences for youth. Upon his return to Cathlamet, Parke shared his experience at the capitol with 4-H Demonstration Day on April 17 at the River Street Meeting Room