Registration Opens for Citizens Academy

Registration is open for the 2024 session of the St. Mary’s County Citizens Academy.

Citizens Academy provides participants with the opportunity to learn more about county government programs and services. The 2024 academy will run from September 3 to November 5. Classes will be held for the first eight weeks on Tuesdays from 6 to 9pm. Participants are required to attend at minimum seven of the eight class sessions. Week 9 offers optional attendance (in-person or virtual) to the commissioners’ quarterly public forum.

The program will culminate with a recognition ceremony November 5.

“At St. Mary’s County government, we strive for transparency and community engagement in everything we do,” said David Weiskopf, county administrator. “This program gives our residents a chance to learn more about our county government programs and services, and how to get involved. The academy class fills every year, so don’t hesitate to register.”

Citizens Academy is open to St. Mary’s County residents, 18 and older, and limited to 25 participants. The program is free, but advance registration is required to participate; the deadline to register is 5pm Friday, August 23.

To register, or for more information, including the list of 2024 session topics, dates, and locations, click here.

Topics covered in Citizens Academy include county administration, economic development, recreation and parks, land use and growth management, public works and transportation, emergency services, as well as information the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, St. Mary’s County Health Department, St. Mary’s County Library, St. Mary’s County Department of Social Services, and St. Mary’s County Metropolitan Commission.

For more information, call 301-475-4200, ext. 1340.