Our Programs
Hands-on workshops where students learn to use data and AI for civic action.
WORKSHOP
AI & Civic Literacy Workshop
An 8-week hands-on program where students use AI and data to investigate civic issues and take action.
CURRICULUM
What You'll Learn
Each cohort tackles a different civic issue. Here's our roadmap.
Why Does School Funding Matter?
Start with a personal question: what would you change about your school? Explore why school funding matters and how it shapes your daily experience as a student.
WA School Funding 101
Learn how Washington State funds its schools through federal, state, and local sources. Get introduced to LEA (Local Education Agency) data and explore real funding websites.
What the Data Says
Dive into real data. Learn to read charts, compare funding across districts, and interpret what the numbers actually mean for students and communities.
MSOC: Where Does the Money Go?
Explore Materials, Supplies, and Operating Costs (MSOC), the everyday expenses that keep schools running. Debate whether funding has kept up with inflation.
Special Education Funding
Examine the gap between federal promises (IDEA) and actual funding for special education. Discuss equity and what it means for students who need the most support.
Transportation Funding
Compare rural and urban school transportation costs. Explore how commute distance and geography shape funding needs, and who gets left behind.
LEA, Equity & Data Storytelling
Analyze real legislation like HB 2049 and learn to turn raw numbers into compelling stories. Practice communicating data insights that can move decision-makers.
Present & Graduate
Present your mini-project to peers and mentors in a 3-minute pitch. Celebrate your growth as a civic bridge-builder and receive your certificate of completion.
SPOTLIGHT
Student Project Spotlight
WA K-12 School Funding Dashboard
An interactive data dashboard analyzing school funding disparities across all 295 Washington districts. Compare per-student spending, explore demographics, and understand where education dollars go.
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