Target audience: 3rd grade students in Massachusetts Duration: 2–3 minutes Format: Town Moderator (Jeff Alderson) speaks to camera with Massachusetts flag visible behind him. Slides appear on screen as visual references while he talks.
- Talent: Jeff Alderson (Natick Town Moderator)
- Location: Home office or quiet room
- Background: Massachusetts state flag visible behind speaker
- Equipment: Webcam or phone camera, screen sharing for slides
- Style: Natural, conversational — not a scripted voiceover
Jeff introduces himself and the topic. Slide shows title on screen — big text, clean layout.
Simple bullet list visible. Jeff explains the concept in his own words — doesn't need to read the slide.
Photo of Spring 2026 Town Meeting in session. Jeff talks about the Moderator role — "like a referee!"
Split layout — leaf blowers on left, turf on right. Jeff transitions to the two debate topics.
Leaf blower photo on right. Simple bullets on left about the proposal.
Pro/con split slide — short bullet lists. Jeff mentions a few points from each side.
Big vote numbers. Simple Yes / No / Abstain labels (no parentheses). Jeff explains "abstain" verbally and what "Yes" means in context.
Turf field photo on right. Simple bullets on left about the moratorium question.
Pro/con split slide — short bullet lists. Jeff shares the key arguments naturally.
Big vote numbers. Simple Yes / No / Abstain labels (no parentheses). Jeff explains what "Yes" means — agreeing to the three-year pause.
Three simple lessons on screen. Jeff wraps up with thoughts on democracy.
- Slides have bigger font and less text than usual — designed for 3rd grade reading level
- Vote labels are kept simple: just "Yes" "No" "Abstain" — Jeff explains the meaning verbally
- Jeff's spoken words don't need to match the slides exactly — the slides are visual reinforcement
- Aim for 2–3 minutes total