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SUMMARY:Online - Project Citizen Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Curious about how students can engage directly with real-world civic issues? Join us for a Project Citizen Info Session to learn more about this nationally recognized program\, now coordinated in Minnesota by the Minnesota Humanities Center. \nThis one-hour session is perfect for: \n\nEducators interested in bringing Project Citizen to their classrooms in the next school year\, as well as those returning after a few years\nPotential judges or volunteers who want to learn more about student showcases\nCommunity members interested in supporting student civic engagement\n\nParticipants will: \n\nHear about the Minnesota Humanities Center’s new role as state coordinator for Project Citizen\nLearn about upcoming Project Citizen Student Showcases: our soft launch on May 5\, 2026\, and the larger showcase planned for May 4\, 2027\nGet an overview of the program from the national Center for Civic Education\nHear from a longtime participant and Minnesota teacher about her experience guiding students through the Project Citizen program\n\nThis session is your chance to ask questions\, see how the program works\, and learn how students move beyond simulations to truly shaping civic outcomes. \nLearn More:\nVisit the Minnesota Center for Civic Education program page for information about Project Citizen\, upcoming info sessions\, and future showcases. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-project-citizen-info-session/
CATEGORIES:Free,K-12 Education,Project Citizen
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org
LOCATION:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-project-citizen-info-session/
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SUMMARY:St. Paul - Project Citizen Student Showcase
DESCRIPTION:See Students Put Democracy into Action! \nJoin us for the first annual Project Citizen Student Showcase hosted by the Minnesota Humanities Center. For many years\, Project Citizen and We the People were led in Minnesota by the Learning Law and Democracy organization\, whose work helped build a strong foundation for civic education. This year’s showcase – which launches MHC’s leadership as the program’s state coordinator – is a smaller-scale pilot\, highlighting how students engage in real-world public policy projects. Middle and high school teams will present issues that matter to them\, proposing solutions and demonstrating how youth can participate meaningfully in democracy—beyond simulations or listening sessions. \nHighlights of the Day: \n\nStudent Displays: See the research and proposals that students have prepared\, highlighting issues that matter to them\nExplore Exhibits: Visit the Justice & Democracy Center’s thought-provoking exhibits\, including Justice Denied about the 1920 Duluth lynchings\nKeynote Speaker: Hear from a civic leader who inspires and supports youth engagement\nLunch & Networking: Connect with educators\, community members\, and civic-minded guests\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nEducators exploring ways to bring Project Citizen to their classrooms next school year\nPotential judges and volunteers interested in supporting future showcases\nCommunity members and stakeholders interested in civic education and student engagement\n\nLearn More:\nVisit the Minnesota Center for Civic Education program page for information about Project Citizen\, upcoming info sessions\, and future showcases. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. Space is limited for this pilot showcase\, so early registration is strongly encouraged. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-project-citizen-student-showcase/
LOCATION:Justice & Democracy Center\, Warren E. Burger Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse\, 316 North Robert Street\, St. Paul\, 55101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,K-12 Education,Project Citizen
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org
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SUMMARY:Save the Date! 2027 Project Citizen Showcase
DESCRIPTION:What happens when students investigate issues in their communities\, research public policy solutions\, and present their ideas to decision-makers? \nJoin us for the 2027 Project Citizen Student Showcase\, where student teams from across Minnesota will share their civic engagement projects with educators\, community members\, and judges. This event will highlight the research\, creativity\, and civic leadership of young people learning how to engage in democracy by becoming active leaders in defining and implementing democratic public policy. \nMore details about participation and registration will be shared in the coming months. \nLearn more about Project Citizen and upcoming opportunities on the Minnesota Center for Civic Education program page.
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/save-the-date-2027-project-citizen-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Free,K-12 Education,Project Citizen
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