In 2023, the Committee of Seventy proudly launched its first Teacher Advisory Council.
This group of Pennsylvania high school teachers helps C70 develop resources and conduct outreach to educators across the Commonwealth.
We are part of the PA Civics Coalition, a group of organizations led by former members of Congress from both parties that are focused on helping school districts meet the state’s new Act 35 requirements for civic education assessment for high school students. This council can be influential in shaping policy goals for C70 and the PA Civics coalition.
What’s Involved in being an Advisory Council Member?
Activities
- Review C70 civic education resources for effectiveness and ease-of-use
- Invite other teachers to participate in C70 learning opportunities
- Give guidance on policy recommendations that C70 would advocate for statewide
Benefits
- Access to and resource sharing with other educators
- Opportunities to advise PA Dept. of Education, Dept. of State on civic engagement and student participation in elections
- Teachers will receive $1,000 annual stipend for their participation
- Members will be featured in C70’s annual impact report
Time commitment
- Quarterly virtual meetings (1 hour) with other council members
- Email check-ins as necessary
- Time spent reviewing, providing feedback on materials
- Sharing opportunities with other educators
Current Members
Here’s the roster of teachers supporting this effort.
How to Apply
Write a short statement on why you are interested in joining the council, plus a description of the classes you teach (social studies, history, civics, or related fields) and your school/district.