On September 30, Dr. Jennie Stephens, CEO of the Center for Heirs’ Property Preservation (based in Charleston) spoke with our students.  She also fielded questions from our students. Our school has a strong civics and understanding government component: we watch the news every day to … Read more

On September 23, Dr. Kendra Stewart, Professor and Director of the Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Center for Livable Communities at the College of Charleston spoke with our students about federalism and all of the types of government that exist in America.  She was very engaging, … Read more

On September 16, Julie Hussey from the League of Women Voters of the U.S. spoke with our students about being active and informed citizens.  This includes how to be an effective advocate for issues one is passionate about.  She also shared information about the League’s … Read more

US House District 1 Representative Joe Cunningham spoke with our students on September 9.  He discussed the difference between being a challenger and an incumbent, how competitive the First District is, and the issues he is most passionate about. Cunningham also shared his personal story, … Read more

Angela Walker, Green Party vice presidential candidate, spoke with our students on September 2. On the ticket with presidential candidate Howie Hawkins, Walker gave a different perspective on government leadership and the compelling issues facing our nation today. Of particular interest to our students, Walker … Read more

On Women’s Equality Day, students had the opportunity to speak with Voters Service Director for the League of Women Voters Charleston, Joan Zaleski.  This day is celebrated each year to commemorate the adoption of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution in 1920.  Joan spoke with … Read more