2025 - Winner for Best Practices in Recruiting, Retaining, and Training Poll Workers

Inspired by the Election Assistance Commissions Election Scenario Test Deck, this program created poll worker flashcards both as a training tool and a practical keepsake. Using a Google Gemini tool loaded with official materials, about 150 voting location questions and answers were generated and refined into a final set of 52 cards. Designed for quick, independent review, the cards reinforce common roles and scenarios, so in-person training can focus on more complex topics. The end product was well-received by poll workers. Each poll worker was presented with a set of cards if they were working during early voting or at their scheduled training class. Poll workers were observed quizzing each other during slow periods of early voting or on Election Day. The result is a simple, engaging tool that strengthens knowledge and retention.