If you’re looking for sharp trivia partners on Georgia history and government, consider the third graders at Annette Winn Elementary School. A recent visit to the “Gold Dome” gave these young scholars an exciting lesson in how their state works.

“I learned the governor’s name, Brian Kemp,” one student said.

“It was really awesome when we arrived because I was able to see all of the statues that were outside of the State Capitol,” another student recalled.

And according to one young man, “It was so cool to see where the Governor works. I learned that WE are able to help create laws!”

Even some of the adults who accompanied the students learned new points of interest.

For example, did you know that Georgia’s capital was located in four other cities before it landed in Atlanta? Savannah, Augusta, Louisville and Milledgeville each served as the capital first.

They also learned about the gold used to create the Gold Dome on the Capitol building. Did you know that only 43 ounces were used?

The students took an active role in a lawmaking exercise to learn the process and how they can help shape laws in Georgia.

Assistant Principal Leslie Austin described the scenario.

“Our students were able to participate in a mock voting session. We were all in the General Assembly room. Our tour guide talked about the House of Representatives and Senate. She explained their jobs and what they do when they all meet in this room. Then she proceeded to lead us in a mock session. Half of our group was a part of the House of Representatives and the other half was part of the Senate. We voted on whether we should have homework every night. We had a unanimous vote for NO MORE HOMEWORK,” she said.