The Civic Life Vision
We commit to building democratic systems and structures within schools, classrooms, and district offices that cultivate a shared purpose and build bonds of trust. Elevating youth and educator expertise is necessary for true inclusive partnerships and equitable decision-making. We wish to recognize and celebrate the time and contributions the following youth and educator groups have committed towards civic life.
SSCE Leaders & Innovators
Below are the SY21-22 Leaders and Innovators in student voice, social science, and civic learning.
Meet the Leaders and Innovators
Students
Student Voice and Activism Fellows (SVAF)
Student Voice and Activism Fellows (SVAF) is a team of student leaders working to strengthen youth-adult partnerships across the district.
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CIMBY Student Leadership Program
CIMBY Student Leaders meet twice a week for one hour, and once a month for three hours to dig into environmental justice, sustainability and stewardship in Chicago and beyond.
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Teachers and Admin
Democratic Classrooms PLC
The Democratic Classrooms Professional Learning Community is a new leadership opportunity within CPS available to all teachers.
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Participatory Budgeting Schools
PB is a process in which community members decide how to spend part of a budget through an inclusive, democratic process. Meet the schools who are participating.
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