Overview: This video follows students in the Capitol Classroom program at Lake Washington High School as they research, draft, and advocate for legislation addressing gender-based pricing discrimination in Washington state. Working with lawmakers students experience every stage of the legislative process—from developing policy ideas and meeting with legislators to testifying before committees and navigating political opposition. Along the way, viewers gain insight into how bills move through the legislature, the role of public testimony, and the challenges of balancing equity, business concerns, and public policy in a citizen legislature.
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Overview: This video highlights how a high school mariachi program in Washington’s agricultural community is transforming students’ lives through music, education, and cultural pride. Many students come from first-generation immigrant families who work long hours in orchards and packing facilities while facing financial and legal challenges. Through mariachi music, students build confidence, discipline, and leadership skills while being encouraged to pursue higher education and new opportunities beyond farm work. The program also connects students with civic engagement opportunities, including advocacy for educational access and support for the DREAM Act, showing how education and the arts can empower students, families, and entire communities.
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Overview: This video follows young people at Washington’s Green Hill School as they share their experiences with incarceration, rehabilitation, and advocacy for juvenile justice reform. Through personal stories, students explore how counseling, education, and supportive programs helped them rethink their futures and find purpose beyond their past mistakes. The video also highlights their work with lawmakers on Senate Bill 6160, a juvenile justice reform bill focused on rehabilitation, brain science, and reducing recidivism. Viewers gain insight into the challenges facing incarcerated youth and the power of civic engagement, second chances, and restorative approaches to justice.
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Overview: This powerful documentary follows the extraordinary journey of Starcia Ague, who overcame childhood trauma, addiction, incarceration, and homelessness to become a college student, youth advocate, and leader for juvenile justice reform in Washington state. Through the support of mentors, educators, counselors, and law enforcement, Starcia transformed her life while fighting to change laws that limit opportunities for formerly incarcerated youth. The film explores resilience, rehabilitation, second chances, and the impact compassionate intervention can have on breaking cycles of crime and addiction.(2014 Emmy Award Winner)
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