How are you going to get there?

Once you know where you’ll be working, plan ahead on how to get there and back on Election Day. Use Google Maps to make sure you know exactly where to go and the route you should take. Then plan your transportation: are you driving, biking, walking, taking transit, or getting a ride from someone? Have a plan and stick to it. People are depending on you being in the right place at the right time.

What time are you leaving your home?

You should know exactly how long it will take to get to your polling location so you arrive before your shift starts. Use this to work backwards and figure out what time you need to wake up.

Ask for help if you need it.

If you don’t know how you are going to get to the polls on Election Day, ask someone you trust for help. That can be a parent, guardian, teacher, coach, or another responsible person. Remember, what you’re doing is very important for your community and your country. You shouldn’t be shy about asking someone for a favor in this situation.

As always, safety first.

If you can’t find a way to get to your location for Election Day, don’t feel that you have to put yourself in an uncomfortable position to do so. If this happens you can call your election official, tell them your situation, and see if they can help you out. The same goes for leaving your work location late in the evening when the polls close.

Be a friend.

Along those same lines, if someone you know needs help getting to their location, help them out. Again, being a poll worker is important. Even if it means you’re going out of your way, make sure you do all you can to make Election Day a success. Remember: protecting democracy is a team effort!