Project Community
Project Community is an expansion of the Project Citizen curriculum for students in grades 4-8 that integrates media literacy with hands-on engagement in public policy.
The program helps students understand their role as members of a community and the importance of working together to solve problems using reliable sources. It builds a foundation for future civic participation by fostering democratic values, teaching problem-solving skills, and encouraging students to become active, responsible members of their communities from an early age.
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Program Components
Problem Identification
Students identify and analyze public policy problems in ther community through research and investigation.
Policy Research
Using reliable sources, research alternative policy options, assess how well each one addresses the problem, and then justify the final selection by explaining why the chosen policy was most effective.
Action Plan
Develop and consider ways to implement a political action plan to gain support for and adoption of the proposed policy.
Portfolio Development
Create a comprehensive portfolio documenting research, analysis, policy proposals, and action plan.
Public Presentation
Present findings and proposals to community members, officials, and stakeholders.
Reflection
Reflecting on the Project Citizen Process and impact.
Training & Events
Project Community – Wheeling Middle School
Project Community – Dingess Elementary
