We have partnered with teachers and administrators from across the nation to deliver impactful and powerful civic programming to middle and high school youth. From expanding Close Up’s reach to more schools throughout their state to helping launch locally based programs, these individuals embody the spirit and passion for civics that we strive to impart in youth.
Close Up made me realize how SIGNIFICANT my thoughts and views are…
Although everyone will not always agree, everyone has a voice and needs to be heard.
Close Up is a positive experience for students…
seeing themselves as having the power to influence the democratic process.
I learned that there’s a huge network of people with the same goals and drive as me…
and that our collaboration really could make a difference. It gave me hope for the future of our communities and our nation!
Close Up brought me CLOSER to politics…
the entire notion no longer seemed obscure. I became very involved in politics on the local and national level.