Massachusetts Civics Project Showcases

We are currently seeking volunteer Community Advisors to attend our Civics Project Showcases! Advisors have conversations with students about their projects, ask questions and offer feedback based on their own expertise. Register by May 19.

This spring, DESE is excited to celebrate the work of 8th–12th grade civics students across the state! Through "science fair-style" showcases, students will have the opportunity to share their civics projects with local community advisors and each other, receive feedback on their work, and be recognized for their civic engagement.

This year, DESE will be hosting three regional Civics Project Showcases. These events will run 9:30am–1:30pm on the following dates:

• Tuesday, May 28: Bridgewater State University (Bridgewater, MA)
• Monday, June 3: DCU Center (Worcester, MA)
• Friday, June 7: UMass Amherst (Amherst, MA)

For Schools and Districts: Registration for our Civics Project Showcases is now closed. However, we may be able to accommodate additional participating students depending on the region and number of desired student participants. To inquire about participation, please email Rebekah Judson at rebekah.m.judson@mass.gov .

For Community Members: We are currently seeking volunteer Community Advisors to attend our Civics Project Showcases! During each Showcase, Advisors will have short conversations with students about their projects, ask questions and offer feedback based on their own expertise. Given the wide range in project topics, we are looking for advisors from a diversity of backgrounds: community organizers, legislators, business and non-profit leaders, educators, healthcare workers, and many more. Note: Educators from participating and non-participating districts are welcome to attend as Community Advisors. Register by May 19.

If you have additional questions, please email Rebekah Judson at rebekah.m.judson@mass.gov .

Civics Project Showcases Event Schedule

The schedule for participating students will run 9:30am–1:30pm, with lunch available at 1 for students and chaperones.

The schedule for Community Advisors will run 10am–1pm, with a light breakfast available beginning at 9:30.

Planning for the Civics Project Showcases

• Civics Project Showcases Project Presentation Rubric

• Local Civics Project Showcase Planning Worksheet

Last Updated: April 12, 2024