What We Do:

Thought talks and open discussions on current issues

Past discussion topics included:

• Virtual School

• Abortion rights

• Gun rights

• Presidential debates

• International issues

• Politics

• Blue Doritos vs. Red Doritos

Formal Debates

• Debate prep work sessions

• Collaborative discussion in small groups

• Past Debate Topics include:

• School Shootings

• Gun restrictions/regulations (2nd Amendment)

• The Electoral College

• Death Penalty

• Immigration Policy

• Vaping

• The Border Wall

• Tea vs. Coffee

School-wide initiatives such as the Fight Apathy Campaign

Holiday Parties!

Mission Statement

The Junior State of America (JSA) was created by and for young people interested in what happens around them - from politics, to how government works, and contributing to their community. Since its founding in 1934, JSA has served as a place where students build leadership skills, learn civil debate, and strengthen their engagement through volunteering and activism. More than 500,000 students have graduated high school as more active, informed members of their community as a result of their participation in JSA.