Students across Boston are using a game to affect positive change. The pilot program focused on civics education was funded thanks in part to Project Innovation. The NBC Universal campaign is providing nearly $5 million to local non-profits.
At the Young Achievers Science and Mathematics Pilot School in Mattapan, students in 8th-grade history are busy campaigning for an issue of their choice, from putting a stop to bullying to helping homeless animals.
It is the goal of an interactive game called Activate that was developed by the non-profit iCivics. It is based in Cambridge and teaches students across the country about the importance of democracy and becoming a part of the community. It was founded by former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor and uses online resources to reach students. Activate is just one of the many games they offer.
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