RUSD CIVICS VISION
Riverside Unified School District seeks to foster a culture of civic mindedness by providing students the opportunities — both inside and outside the classroom — to develop the civic knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to be actively engaged in a democratic 21st century society.
Soapbox Riverside
When: December 6, 2023
Time: 5-7 PM
Where: Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern CA
Check out the flyer and Click Here to learn more about Soapbox Riverside, the self guided tour of the Civil Rights Institute and information about parking
Civic Engagement Challenge
Students are challenged to work alone or in teams to create a plan addressing an issue in their local community or school site. Successful completion of the project makes these students eligible for the California State Seal of Civic Engagement, as well as scholarship awards for the top projects.
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NEWSFLASH
RIVERSIDE UNIFIED STUDENTS GAIN INSIGHT INTO HOW TO BECOME MORE CIVICALLY ENGAGED AT RUSD CIVIC SHOWCASE
May 12, 2023
Riverside Unified students held their annual Civic Showcase and Spring Soapbox event.
Each year, RUSD students complete civic engagement projects that allow them to connect areas of study that are relatable to them. These projects may apply to science, technology, engineering, policy, economic, social, environmental, or other areas where society intersects with academics.
At the event, students have the opportunity to showcase these projects with members of the community. They are encouraged to engage in conversations that highlight what they have learned.
In addition, the Spring RUSD Soapbox event happens simultaneously. It is a space where students can deliver powerful speeches that address the question, "What is the biggest issue facing your community, and what should be done about it?"
"Thank you to the community members who came out to engage with our students," said Carolyn Power, Instructional Services Specialist. "These experiences and conversations help solidify the value of research, questioning and provide a vision of how to take action in society."
Click here to see the RUSD News Update on the 2022-2023 RUSD Civic Showcase.