Amid mounting political tensions in Vermont and the country, there’s one thing we can all agree on: We want our kids to become good citizens — to learn about their communities and do what they can to make the world a better place.

The Good Citizen Challenge can help. This self-directed summer project for K-8 students — created by Seven Days and Kids VT in 2018 — encourages participants to engage with community life in a fun, age-appropriate way. 

Through the Challenge, they’ll become more aware of public spaces such as libraries, parks, city halls, town greens, museums, the Statehouse — as well as the local news outlets that cover what goes on in those places.

The Challenge encourages participants to identify as Good Citizens — people who show up, take responsibility, pitch in, keep up with current events, vote and work well with others. 

For more information visit https://goodcitizenvt.com/good-citizen-challenge-2026/