SJC 101
SJC 101 Spring 2025 Class is full
You will be placed on a waitlist for the next available SJC 101 Citizens Academy. In the coming months, more information will be sent to the email you provided in your submission.
SJC 101 Citizens Academy
As a supporting element of County Administration’s new Charting Performance: A Framework for Open Governance and Efficiency, the Office of Public Affairs is developing a St. Johns County Citizens Academy program. The SJC 101 program is open to St. Johns County residents and business owners.
Goals
The goals of SJC 101 are to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of County departments and their operations, to build social engagement by creating advocates for County’s programs and services, and to develop new leadership to serve on County advisory boards or other roles within the community.
Spring 2025 Programs
- Week 1 – March 6 – County Governance
- Week 2 – March 13 – Growth
- Week 3 – March 20 – Support Services
- Week 4 – March 27 – Public Relations
- Week 5 – April 3 – Public Safety
- Week 6 – April 10 – Quality of Life
- Week 7 – April 17 – Recreation
- Week 8 – April 24 – Public Health & Human Services
- Week 9 – May 1 – Community
- Week 10 – May 8 – Utilities
- Week 11 – May 15 – Public Works
- Week 12 – May 22 – Administration
Get Involved
SJC 101 graduates are encouraged to continue civic engagement by applying online to volunteer for St. Johns County boards and committees (Appointed Boards and Committees – St. Johns County).
*Please note: Submitting an application for SJC 101 Class Registration does not guarantee an individual a spot in the next SJC 101 program. Program participation is limited to the first 30 eligible applicants as determined by St. Johns County. Subsequent applicants will be placed on a waiting list for the next available SJC 101.
FAQs
Do I need to attend each class?
SJC 101 students must attend 9 of the 12 weeks (75%) to graduate from the program and be recognized at the June 3 Board of County Commissioners meeting.
What should I wear?
This is a casual opportunity to learn more about us and for us to learn about you. Feel free to dress as you are most comfortable. We will be in a classroom setting and take walking tours of operations and equipment.
What should I expect for each class?
Each week will be different depending on the involved County departments and services being showcased.
Will the SJC 101 Citizens Academy return?
Yes. The SJC 101 Citizens Academy will take place annually in the Spring and Fall, with 30 new students selected from the registration list on a first-come, first-served basis. The Spring program will take place in the evening (6 to 8 p.m.), while the Fall program will take place during the day (12 to 2 p.m.) to provide opportunities to working and retired individuals.
Contact
For more information, please contact the St. Johns County Office of Public Affairs at sjcpublicaffairs@sjcfl.us or 904-814-9214.
SJC 101 Spring 2025 Class is full
You will be placed on a waitlist for the next available SJC 101 Citizens Academy. In the coming months, more information will be sent to the email you provided in your submission.