Civics / Government Engagement
Our civics/government engagement program is for homeschoolers in 8th -12th grade. This program is an exciting hands-on opportunity for students to learn about local and state governance. Students work together with peers and mentors developing their skills in public speaking, writing, debate, persuasion and logic, then using them during two state events (Youth in Government Conference in November and Mock Trial Competitions in February). Students finish the year out with a focus on local governance and a service project.
Model Government
learn about the state’s democratic/republic system and how laws and government shape people’s lives. Students will explore all major aspects of state government, filling roles as politicians, lobbyists, attorneys and journalists,
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Real-life experience of state government
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Improve skills in public speaking, writing, law, and debate
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Demonstrate initiative and leadership that the future will require -- and colleges will look for
Mock Trial
A program that gives students an opportunity to expand their speaking, writing, reading, and analytical skills while learning about the judicial system. The students play the role of attorneys and witnesses in a fictitious case engaging in a mock trial where they present their case against other teams in front of a judge. An exciting hands-on learning experience about our judicial system.