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The City of Half Moon Bay has announced that applications are now open for the Future Leaders Civics Academy, a program that offers students in grades 9-12 the opportunity to experience and learn about the operations and functions of the City, and build awareness and knowledge that will help them in their future.
The application period is from Tuesday, August 20 to Friday, September 13, and the program will take place on the evenings of September 18, September 25, October 2, and October 9.
The Civics Academy for Future Leaders program is for those interested in gaining a great first-hand experience of how government and community work together to provide services and programs that residents depend on.
Those interested in more information and the program application can visit the website www.hmbcity.com/youthcivics.
“This program is a great opportunity for students to get a behind-the-scenes look at what City staff and council members do,” said Half Moon Bay Mayor Joaquin Jimenez.
“It provides them with valuable experience in local government, including real-world examples of projects and policy formulation, including taking on various roles in a mock City Council meeting. I would like to invite and encourage Half Moon Bay students to apply and participate in this eye-opening, inspiring, informative and fun activity,” she added.
By participating in the Future Leaders Civics Academy, Half Moon Bay high school-aged youth will earn community service credit, add activity to their resume, gain valuable real-world experience, meet City staff and Councilmembers to learn from, participate in a mock City Council meeting, and learn what goes on “behind the scenes” of City government.
The evening program takes place from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Half Moon Bay Library. Dinner is included with each session. Participants must be students in grades 9-12 in the 2024-2025 school year.
The program also includes segments on public speaking and additional personal and professional development opportunities.
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