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Every day, all over the country, teachers are helping their students learn democracy by doing democracy. Mikva Challenge coined the term Action Civics in 2007 to describe our type of student-focused, project-based, experiential civic practice that can transform classrooms, schools, and whole communities.

Action Civics Curricula

Mikva develops cutting edge curricula to bring Action Civics alive in classrooms. Learn more about our Action Civics Curricula available for purchase.

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Teacher Trainings and Professional Development

We partner with school districts across the country to bring Action Civics to whole communities. Learn about our most popular professional development options, how to customize training for your school or district needs or join a Mikva cohort in DC, IL, or CA.

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Connect to Learning

Each year we convene educators from around the country to connect to high quality curricula and inspiring, professional development led by experienced Action Civics teachers. Learn more about past and upcoming opportunities at the Mikva Challenge Action Civics Summer Institute.

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We are thrilled to share that Verneé Green is the new Chief Executive Officer of Mikva Challenge! Under her leadership, Mikva will grow in its mission to support educators as well as empower students to treat democracy as a verb: researching, elevating their voices, and taking action on issues about which they are passionate.

"Verneé's deep passion for Mikva's mission, her unwavering commitment to our young people and thought leadership in action civics makes her the perfect choice to lead Mikva Challenge for years to come." - Mark Rosenberg, Board Chair of Mikva Challenge.

A dynamic educational leader, Verneé was most recently the Executive Director of Mikva’s Illinois chapter. Verneé grew up in St. Louis, and moved to Chicago after college. She has worked in the field of education for 25 years, including three years as a teacher in Chicago Public Schools, joining Mikva Challenge three years ago as the Chief Program Officer. Verneé is a fellow of Leadership Greater Chicago and Allstate’s Executive Leadership Program.

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Do you want to get paid to have your voice heard and be involved in developing what is taught in middle school? Apply here by June 28 - bit.ly/35nbhCy

Mikva Challenge is looking for 7th, 8th, and 9th graders to serve on a summer Student Adivsory Board! The Board will meet virtually for 2 hours/week for 7 weeks total, starting the week of July 6th and ending the week of August 16th. Compensation is $20.hour for a total of up to $300. All interested rising 7th, 8th, and 9th graders can apply here by June 28 - bit.ly/35nbhCy

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Action Civics Curricula

Teacher Trainings and Professional Development

Educators Inquiry Form

How we partner nationwide

Connect to Learning