PA House of Representatives Ceremonial Session & Civic Learning Experience
Rising High School Seniors & Juniors: Win the chance to join us on September 9, 2026!
WHAT: The PA House of Representatives will convene for a ceremonial session day, including a Civic Learning Experience with rising high school juniors and seniors – developed with America250PA – that will focus on PA government and history. Each House district will be represented by one resident high school student, and the students will also have the opportunity to engage with public officials and civic leaders. To be eligible, you must be a rising high school senior or junior who lives in the 168th Legislative District.
WHERE: Independence Hall, Philadelphia
WHEN: Wednesday, September 9
HOW TO ENTER: Please explain below, in 100 words or less, what being an American means to you. Only completed applications will be entered into the drawing!
The winning student representative will be selected via random drawing at our Tuesday, May 26 Town Hall with Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon and state Rep. Jennifer O’Mara.
Your contact information below will not be shared with anyone; it's to make sure participants reside in the district and can be contacted if any changes are made to the event.
What does being an American mean to you? Please explain in 100 words or less. *