Alexis Walker, a ninth grader at Decatur High School, recently served as a page for the Washington state Senate at the Capitol in Olympia. Walker was one of 16 students who served as Senate pages for the 12th week of the 2015 legislative session, from March 29 to April 3.

Alexis was sponsored by Sen. Mark Miloscia, R-Federal Way.

The Senate Page Program allows Washington students to spend a week working in the Legislature. Students are responsible for transporting documents between offices, as well as delivering messages and mail. Pages spend time in the Senate chamber and attend page school to learn about parliamentary procedure and the legislative process. Students also draft their own bills and engage in a mock legislative session.

“I found out about the Senate Page Program through my grandparents,” Walker said. “I didn’t anticipate the amount of walking and standing that would be required — but it’s been a fun experience.”

Alexis especially enjoyed delivering mail and working in the Senate dining room.

“I’ve enjoyed getting to know senators and staff members, and everyone has been very kind,” she added.

Alexis, 15, plans to study automotive engineering at Texas A&M University. She enjoys gymnastics, baking and working on cars.

Alexis is the daughter of Chris and Christie Walker of Federal Way.

Students interested in the page program are encouraged to visit leg.wa.gov/Senate/Administration/PageProgram/