Fishers residents are invited to explore the inner workings of local government through the city’s annual Mayor’s Youth Academy and City Government Academy. Registration is currently open for both programs and participation is free.
Mayor’s Youth Academy
The free Mayor’s Youth Academy program invites local high school students to work alongside Mayor Fadness and other city leaders to address important issues facing the community. Students will go behind the scenes of city government, address thought-provoking policy questions, and explore career opportunities within the public sector.
Classes meet from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesdays once per month at various locations around Fishers. Mayor’s Youth Academy participants will conclude the program by presenting to the Fishers City Council in spring 2024.
Registration for the 2023-2024 Mayor’s Youth Academy has been extended through Friday, July 14. Applicants must be a Fishers resident and a junior or senior in high school with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Students with a passion for public service are encouraged to apply. Register at fishers.in.us/MayorsYouthAcademy.
Fishers City Government Academy
City Government Academy (CGA) allows residents of Fishers to examine the inner workings of city government by participating in collaborative city governing processes, touring city facilities, and speaking directly with staff. At the end of the course, participants will have a greater understanding of how Fishers government works.
CGA meets twice a month from 6 to 8 p.m. from Aug. 10 through Dec. 14. Class locations vary, with some off-site meetings at locations such as the police and fire departments.
Registration for the 2023 Fall CGA session is open through Friday, July 28. Applicants must be 18 and older and Fishers residents. Learn more about the program and register at fishers.in.us/CityGovernmentAcademy.
To learn more and to apply for programs, visit ThisIsFishers.com/CitizenAcademies.