Project Citizen Research Program Participant Teacher Application

Thank you for your interest in joining the third cohort of the Project Citizen Research Program. You will joining in a meaningful series of professional learning events to support you and your students to implement Project Citizen - a proven program to guide you through collaborative problem solving utilizing public policy.

We hope this is the beginning of years working together to a) equip and empower students to become effective agents of change in their communities and b) instill Project Citizen into your classroom curriculum to effectively teach civics.

Below is the main application to learn about you, your students, and your commitment. Upon acceptance, a second survey will gather additional information to help us tailor the program to you specific needs including accessibility, food and lodging needs, and your hopes for your learning.

Please answer all questions to the best of your ability with what you expect for the 2022-2023 school year. We understand this is a dynamic time - please keep us informed as changes are both understandable and expected. We are happy to work with you and your individual situation.

Please see the FAQ here: https://bit.ly/ProjectCitizenCohort3FAQ

Please complete this application as soon as possible. Notifications will be sent within two weeks of receipt.

Contact Information

Name

Prefix

First Name

Last Name

Suffix

Pronouns

Please indicate your pronouns

she/her

he/him

them/they

other (please indicate below)

Your Preferred Email

Please provide an email you will have consistent access to including over the summer during the institute.

Verify Email

Best Phone - Available All Summer

Home Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

School (or building) as anticipated for 2022-2023

School District as anticipated for 2022-2023

School/Work Address (as anticipated for 2022-2023)

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

Country

What is the full name and contact information of your principal (or other administrative structure)?

What is the full name and contact information of your superintendent (or other administrative structure)?

What grade(s) do you expect to teach in the upcoming school year?

What course(s) do you expect to teach in the upcoming school year?

Your Why

In what ways might participation in the year-long Project benefit you and your students? Please explain your motivation applying and describe what you are hoping to gain from your involvement.

Your Students

Please describe the students you anticipate being engaged in Project Citizen? What are some of the unique qualities of the students you serve?

Community Issues

Please use the box below to identify two (2) or three (3) issues, problems, and/or challenges that you observe in your community which resonate with you. (Please define community as you wish.)

Teacher Agreement and Expectations

Teachers are asked to participate to their fullest ability in all of the below.

Summer Attendance

I can attend the entirety of the summer sessions - approximately 36 hours. There will be approximately 10 virtual hours in advance of the in person institute the week of July 31 in Grand Rapids.

Yes

Other (if other, please explain below)

Project Citizen Research Requirements

By participating in the Project Citizen Research Program, I agree to the following (please check all boxes to show your agreement):

Involve MCCE staff and mentors in my classroom to observe and support classroom Project Citizen instruction

Take teacher content pre and post-tests per the Georgetown University research study

Administer student knowledge pre-tests in the beginning of my course and administer student knowledge post-tests at the end of my course to the same students

Infuse and use the Project Citizen curriculum and instructional strategies for at least 20 hours in my class or program

Collect, provide, and share information and stories from my and my students' experiences

Actively participate in our Professional Learning Community (online and in person) as described above

Use the classroom texts I receive in my classroom as relevant

Conduct a hearing and submit a portfolio on behalf of my class(es)

Attend all required workshops (Summer, Fall, Spring, and support sessions) both online and at a designated location(s)

Stipend Eligibility

I understand I will be paid a $500 stipend for participating in and completing the Program. I understand payment will occur only upon completion of all the requirements of the research study and at the end of the 2022-2023 school year.

Yes

Other

Permissions

Administrative Support

My administration is aware of and supportive of my involvement in the Program. MCCE will provide a letter to share with your administration for participation and to support you through the project requirements.

Yes

Other

Photo, Video, and Classroom Permissions

By applying, I understand photos, videos, and likeness of myself and my school and students may be used by the Michigan Center for Civic Education and its partners including the Center for Civic Education, InGlobal Learning Design, and the Michigan Geographic Alliance.

Yes

Other

Conduct

By applying, I understand I will conduct myself professionally displaying professional vulnerability embracing opportunities to reflect and grow in my practice.

Yes

Other

Additional Information

Please use this section to provide any additional information that will be helpful in reviewing your application. If you indicated "other" in any of the above sections, please clarify here.

Consent

My typed name below signifies understanding, agreement, and compliance with all aspects of the Project Citizen Research Program. I understand this is both an important curriculum and instructional tool as well as a research study. I agree to join the professional learning community and adhere to the mandates of the Project.

Typed Name as Signature for Consent

Thank you

Thank you so much for applying. We look forward to working with you!

If you have any quesstions, please don't hesitate to contact us. Please email or call Ellen at 248 321 4842 (cell) or ezwarensteyn@miciviced.org!