Participating in Public Hearings and Meetings

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Describe how citizens speak up, testify, and give feedback at town halls, city council hearings, and committee meetings.

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Active Citizenship and Community Action

2nd Grade · Social Studies · US-MA-SS

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Explore how citizens participate in civic life, stay informed, voice opinions at public meetings, and volunteer to improve neighborhoods.

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3.T1.3.dMassachusetts Social Studies Standards · 5th Grade

people can participate in and influence their local government by reading and responding to news about local issues, voting, running for office, serving on boards or committees, attending hearings, or committee meetings)