Best Civic Opportunities for High Schoolers
Top civic competitions, scholarships, and programs for high school students.
64 opportunities found
Service Academy Nomination - Florida's 18th Congressional District
U.S. House of Representatives, Florida's 18th Congressional District (Rep. Franklin)Congressional nomination process for U.S. service academies including Naval Academy, West Point, Air Force Academy, Coast Guard Academy, and Merchant ...
National Forensic League
National Forensic LeagueHigh school speech and debate honor society and organization for competitive forensics.
Great American Leadership Program
Ronald Reagan FoundationPremier leadership experience at Pepperdine University in Malibu with exclusive access to Reagan Presidential Library
The Congressional Award Gold Medal
The Congressional AwardU.S. Congress' highest honor for youth recognizing commitment to community service, personal development, physical fitness, and expeditions.
Great American Leadership Program 2026 Summer Sessions
Ronald Reagan FoundationSummer leadership program for high school students focused on American leadership and civic education.
NMUN New York Chair Application
National Model United Nations (NMUN)Apply to serve as a Committee Chair at NMUN New York conference, gaining leadership experience in a Model UN setting.
Congress
Debate USCongressional debate competition for high school students
Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship for Public Service
The Obama Foundation and AirbnbTwo-year leadership and scholarship program supporting undergraduate students passionate about public service with financial aid, travel experiences, ...
Coolidge Senators Program
The Coolidge FoundationRecognition program for top Coolidge Scholarship applicants featuring an expenses-paid summit in Vermont with policy discussions and college scholarsh...
The 14th Annual Harlan Institute Virtual Supreme Court Competition
The Harlan InstituteTeams of two high school students research constitutional law, write appellate briefs, and argue before a panel of attorneys in a virtual Supreme Cour...
NAACP Scholarships, Awards & Internships
NAACPScholarships, fellowships, internships, and awards for students demonstrating academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to social justice.
NAACP Youth Programs
NAACPYouth-focused civil rights and social justice programs including ACT-SO, NEXTGEN, and community chapters for high school students.
Reagan Foundation Summer Program 2026
Reagan FoundationSummer program held July 8-10, 2026. Currently accepting waitlist registrations for available spots.
Congressional Debate
ISD (I Speak and Debate)Students compete in mock legislative sessions, developing leadership and communication skills through bill proposal, research, debate, and voting on c...
StudentCam – 22nd Annual Student Documentary Competition
C-SPANNational video documentary competition encouraging students in grades 6-12 to explore America's founding principles and the Declaration of Independenc...
NAACP Next Generation Leadership Program
NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People)Leadership development and civil rights advocacy program for young people, including ACT-SO achievement program for high school students.
NMUN New York Conference
National Model United Nations (NMUN)Model United Nations conference for high school students featuring committees, country assignments, and delegate preparation.
National High School Drill Team Championship (NHSDTC)
U.S. Army Cadet CommandThe largest all-service JROTC drill competition in the U.S., held annually in Daytona Beach, Florida since 1986.
Slingshot Challenge
National Geographic SocietyYoung leaders create 1-minute videos presenting ideas to solve environmental challenges and address pressing planetary issues.
Guided Pathway Support Program (GPS) - Ron Brown Scholar Program
Ron Brown Scholar ProgramFree virtual college readiness program for African American high school juniors and seniors offering admissions guidance, application support, and fin...
Sea Youth Rise Up
Sea Youth Rise UpYouth advocacy training program empowering young people to engage with policymakers on environmental and ocean policy issues.
NMUN•NY (National Model United Nations Conference - New York)
National Model United NationsModel United Nations conference held in New York where high school students simulate UN proceedings and debate global issues.
NMUN New York 2027
National Model United NationsModel UN conference for high school students featuring committees and topics aligned with current global issues.
2025 NMUN•DC
National Model United NationsNational Model United Nations conference in Washington, DC for high school students to participate in UN simulations.
NMUN Washington DC Conference
National Model United NationsModel UN conference in Washington DC for high school students to participate in simulated UN committees.
Houston Urban Debate League (HUDL)
Houston Urban Debate LeagueDevelops and supports competitive debate programs in Houston-area public schools, serving HISD and Harris County students.
Model United Nations Summer Program
Learn Model UNSummer program where students role-play as world leaders, debate current events, and learn public speaking and leadership skills.
DU Varsity
Ducks UnlimitedHigh school program focused on wetlands conservation with leadership development, fundraising, and scholarship opportunities for student volunteers.
Congressional Award
Congressional Award FoundationRecognition program for American youth initiative, service, and achievement across four categories: public service, personal development, physical fit...
Congressional Internships - Florida's 18th District
U.S. House of Representatives - Rep. Scott Franklin's OfficeInternship in U.S. House office learning about legislative branch, constituent services, and congressional operations.
C-SPAN StudentCam Documentary Competition
C-SPAN Television NetworkAnnual documentary competition for middle and high school students to create videos on government and civic topics.
Model United Nations Annual Awards and Rankings
Best DelegateAnnual awards celebrating excellence in Model UN across college, high school, and middle school levels, recognizing individuals and organizations.
Girl Scout Gold, Silver, and Bronze Awards
Girl Scouts of Northeast TexasChallenge yourself and take action in a big way by earning the Girl Scout highest awards: Gold, Silver, and Bronze.
National Model United Nations (NMUN)
National Model United NationsWorld's largest university-level Model UN simulation drawing participants from over 100 UN Member States to address global issues.
Brown Pre-College Online - Leadership Institute
Brown UniversityOnline blended leadership program for high school students focused on social justice advocacy and developing action plans for community change.
NFHS National Student Credential
National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS)Nationally recognized credential earned by completing core NFHS Learning Center online courses, highlighting leadership, personal growth, and contribu...
Model United Nations Institute Summer Camp UCLA
Model United Nations InstituteWeek-long summer camp at UCLA for middle and high school students to learn Model UN, public speaking, debate, diplomacy, and global problem-solving th...
The Model United Nations Institute Summer Camp at Georgetown University
Model United Nations InstituteWeek-long Model UN summer camp at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. for middle and high school students with daily simulations, leadership tra...
Teen Environmental Opportunities
Florida Oceanographic SocietyVolunteer programs for teens including beach cleanups and education exhibit guide positions at marine science centers.
Youth Ocean Conservation Summit
Youth Ocean Conservation Summit (YOCS)Summit empowering youth to develop ocean conservation projects through workshops, mentorship, and peer collaboration.
Future Blue Youth Council
Bow SeatInternational youth council where members aged 16-21 are paid to serve one-year terms advancing environmental education and advocacy.
The Model United Nations Institute at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C.
Learn Model UN / Georgetown UniversitySummer Model UN camp at Georgetown University offering daily simulations, leadership training, and debate skills for middle and high school students.
STEP Expedition
STEP ExpeditionEducational program empowering low-income Arizona high schoolers to enroll in and graduate from college through workshops and wilderness experiences.
The Model United Nations Institute at Columbia University in New York City
MUN InstituteWeek-long summer camp for middle and high school students featuring Model UN simulations, public speaking training, and global leadership development ...
2025 MUN Institute
MUN InstituteModel UN summer camp for high school students interested in competitive Model UN and international affairs.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Library Application
Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and LibraryApplication form for Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Library programs or opportunities
BigFuture Ambassador Program
College BoardStudent leadership program where high school ambassadors promote BigFuture resources to peers and make an impact at their schools.
Congressional Institute Events
Congressional InstituteEvents gathering Members of Congress, staff and thought leaders for America's future, including competitions and conferences.
High School Model United Nations Conference Database
Best DelegateDatabase of high school Model UN conferences across USA and Canada with searchable listings by date, location, and conference details.
Youth Ocean Conservation Team
Youth Ocean Conservation SummitNetwork for youth and adults passionate about marine ecosystem protection through conservation projects and advocacy.
Ducks Unlimited National Scholarship Program
Ducks UnlimitedAnnual scholarship program for high school seniors who are DU members and demonstrated commitment to wetlands conservation.
Best Delegate Model United Nations Conferences Database
Best DelegateDatabase of Model United Nations conferences for middle school, high school, and college students across multiple levels.
Act & Lead
DoSomethingCommunity action program for young people to take action on social causes and make real impact in their communities.
Show Up for What!?
DoSomething.orgCivic engagement program helping young leaders develop identity, knowledge and agency to become forces for change in their communities and at the voti...
MUN Institute Summer Camp
MUN InstituteVirtual and on-campus Model UN summer programs for ages 9-18, building public speaking, debate, and leadership skills through diplomatic simulations.
Ducks Unlimited Volunteer Program
Ducks UnlimitedVolunteer opportunities with Ducks Unlimited for high school and college students to support wetlands conservation and organizational events.
DoSomething Campaigns
DoSomethingPlatform for young people to take action on social causes and build community through changemaking campaigns and events.
Best Delegate Model United Nations Student Resources
Best DelegateComprehensive Model UN educational resources including camps, tutoring, guides, and free learning materials for high school students.
DoSomething.org Programs
DoSomething.orgMultiple youth-led social change and civic engagement programs including STEM Heroes, environmental action, climate initiatives, and financial literac...
Household Voting Bonus Case
Ethics BowlUnofficial bonus Ethics Bowl case exploring household voting policy and religious reasoning in public discourse on abortion.
Florida Oceanographic Society Volunteer Program
Florida Oceanographic SocietyVolunteer opportunities with Florida Oceanographic Society including beach cleanups and coastal ecosystem education in Stuart, FL.
The Wavemakers
DoSomethingJoin young changemakers cleaning up pollution and trash in communities to protect waterways as part of the Love Your Happy Place campaign.
Offline Mode Pledge
DoSomething.orgPledge to avoid distracted driving by keeping your phone away while driving and earn up to $1,500 scholarship.
Offline Mode
DoSomething.orgTake a pledge to stay distraction-free while driving and earn up to $1,500 scholarship for completing 7-day or 30-day streaks.