Civics Academy

Enroll in Lakewood’s free Civics Academy to experience a court trial, ride in a snowplow and learn how your local tax dollars are spent. This is a free course provided to Lakewood residents to encourage their participation in city issues and to improve their understanding and awareness of how government works. 

The academy is made up of seven, 2-3 hour sessions, which include a light dinner. Class size is generally limited to 25 participants, and they are selected in the order applications are received. It is open to Lakewood residents only, and participants must be able to attend all sessions to register for the course. Subscribe below to be notified when postings are made to this page for the next class.

Notice: The City is working to create a digital version of the traditional civics academy that will be accessible for all on our website starting later in 2022. Check back on this website and on the city’s social media channels later in 2022 for more updates.