Mikva Challenge
Democracy is a verb.
The Mikva Challenge civics curricula encourages youth to be informed, participatory citizens in their communities and beyond.
NH Civics has been working with NH teachers to help them implement Mikva Challenge in their classrooms. We are currently working with the following school districts: Groveton, Littleton, Weare, Pittsfield, Franklin, Concord, Washington, and Bow. In the past we have worked with Gorham and Henniker. NH Civics seeks more district partners, especially in underserved and under resourced communities.
NH Civics received a three-year service grant to work with New Hampshire schools as they implement this proven civics curriculum, educator professional development, and youth leadership program. Curricula include Project Soapbox, Issues to Action, Elections in Action, and Student Voice Committees.
This initiative is funded by the Bezos Family Foundation along with local NH organizations including the Tillotson Foundation, the NH Democracy Fund, and the Jameson Foundation.
Learn about Mikva Challenge Project Soapbox: A free public speaking curriculum for K-12 Students
Visit the national Mikva Challenge website here.
Amanda Maguire
About the Instructor
About the Mikva Challenge NH Partner Site Director: Amanda Maguire
Amanda is a former social studies teacher originally from Franklin. Amanda taught social studies at Franklin High School before transitioning to a classroom teacher and then administrator at Second Start Alternative High School in Concord. She brings a passion for justice and engagement and an excitement to have the opportunity to support social studies teachers across the state.
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