Inspire your class to take civics into the real world and research ways they can improve their community through elected office. Then empower them to share their plan in a persuasive essay.
Teachers inspired students to take civics into the real world by researching and writing a 2- to 3-page persuasive essay about how they can address a community issue by running for office.
STUDENT PRIZES: Three (3) Student Winners from grades 7–8 and three (3) from grades 9–12 will each receive a $1,000 grant and a new laptop to empower them as they enact community change.
TEACHER PRIZES: Teachers of the winning students will each receive a $500 gift card for use in their classroom!
Tristen S. Montoursville, PA
Recycling
Angela Z. Cypress, TX
Human Trafficking
Jenna H. Wilmington, DE
Public Health
Eunia L.
Little Neck, NY
School Shooting Prevention
Zachary S.
San Mateo, CA
Affordable Housing
Liberty M.
Austin, TX
Education Reform
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