The City of Leavenworth is Now Accepting Applications for the 2027 Civics Academy!
The Leavenworth Civics Academy offers a closer look at how our local government works—from decision-making and budgeting to City operations, services, and community partnerships. Designed to build understanding, spark curiosity, and inspire civic engagement, the program helps residents discover how their City operates and how they can get involved.
Six Academy Sessions:
- City Management
- Finance & Budgets
- Community Development – Planning & Zoning
- Public Works – Engineering & Infrastructure
- City Facilities, Parks & Rec, and Public Parking
- Your City & You – Community Connections
Who Can Apply?
The program is open to anyone age 16 or older who resides within Leavenworth City Limits, its Urban Growth Area (UGA), or the Cascade School District boundary. No previous knowledge of or involvement in local government is necessary.
2027 Program Dates:
The academy meets on the second and fourth Monday evenings, from 5:30–8:00 PM, during February, March, and April 2027.
- February 8 & 22
- March 8 & 22
- April 12 & 26
Selected participants are expected to attend all six sessions.
What to Expect:
- Learn directly from City staff, elected officials, and partners
- Explore how City decisions are made and services are delivered
- Participate in discussions, Q&A, and hands-on activities
How Are Participants Selected?
Space is limited to 20 participants, including two high school students. Applications will be evaluated based on applicants’ interest in the program, curiosity about local government, and how they hope to use what they learn.
To ensure a fair and impartial process, applications will be scored anonymously, meaning the review committee will evaluate written responses without knowing applicants’ names.
Final selections will consider application scores and geographic representation, with seats allocated proportionately among the three areas based on eligible applications received.
All applications received by the deadline will receive equal consideration. Selection is not first-come, first-served.
Application Deadline: December 3, 2026
Selection Notifications: December 21, 2026
All applicants will be notified of their selection status on December 21, 2026. Selected participants must confirm their participation within four calendar days of notification, excluding holidays. Unconfirmed seats will be offered to waitlisted applicants.
Thank you for your interest in Leavenworth Civics Academy!
Apply today for the 2027 Civics Academy
Questions? Please contact Courtney Porter at [email protected].
