“I think the experience you should take away is that Kid Governor makes fifth graders think that not just adults but WE can change the world.”
– Kid Governor® Student
Participation in civic life begins with the belief that one person can make a difference; but that person needs more than passion for their cause. Effective change-makers understand how government works, the power of research, and the importance of critical thinking. They also understand the value of speaking up, being informed, and voting. Most importantly, they understand that shared problems need shared solutions – we need to work together to achieve things that we can’t do alone. The younger students learn and internalize these lessons, the better prepared they will be to be civically engaged, leaders, and registered voters when they turn 18.
Effective, adaptable, easy-to-use, and free to teachers, Kid Governor® brings civics and civic engagement to life and generates student excitement. Our vision is that every 5th grader in the state has:
- An opportunity to engage with civic life by learning to vote, think critically, lead, research, propose solutions for community issues, and carry out plans for change.
- Access to Kid Governor®, a turnkey program that helps prepare for active and meaningful participation in civic life.