Teachers & Students
Civics learning now means civic strength later.
We are proud to offer a diversity of programs and curricula to serve NH students and educators including in-school programs for all ages, free, stipended teacher professional development, and a civics curriculum library for grades K-12. Learn more about our programs for teachers and students below.
New Hampshire’s Kid Governor
For 5th grade students. New Hampshire’s Kid Governor® is a national award winning civics program, which immerses 5th grade students in learning about state government, elections and voting, and civic participation through a real-life election for their state’s Kid Governor.
Civics 603!
For students grades 5-12. A hands-on court education experience with the New Hampshire Supreme Court, Civics 603! offers students in grades 5-12 an inside look at how our court system works through meetings with court officials at the New Hampshire Supreme Court performing mock appellate oral arguments or mock trials. The curriculum teaches civic agency, respect for opinions different from one’s own, democratic documents and procedures, and Rule of Law.
Mikva Challenge
For students grades K-12. Mikva Challenge is a free public speaking initiative that encourages New Hampshire students to develop and deliver an original speech about an issue important to them. This civics curriculum encourages youth to be informed, participatory citizens in their
communities and beyond.
Teacher Professional Development
For teachers and educators of grades Pre-K-12. NH Civics provides free, stipended professional development opportunities for all teachers working in New Hampshire, both online and in person. Professional development credits are available for each workshop.
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With your support, our mission to develop, nurture, and maintain an informed, engaged, and civil New Hampshire citizenry is within our reach.