As they complete the "Project Citizen" program, students create a four-panel display board devoted to:

• Explaining the Problem
• Examining the Alternatives
• Developing a Public Policy
• Developing and Implementing an Action Plan.

Constitutional Rights Foundation Chicago coordinates a statewide portfolio competition and display held in Springfield in May, which is co-sponsored by Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White's Office . The Winning portfolio represents Illinois at the yearly national competition directed by The Center for Civic Education and held in conjunction with the annual conference of the National Council of State Legislatures .

Portfolio Photo Gallery

Click here to see enlarged images of class portfolios


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