Our mission at Citizenship Counts is to improve civics education, create a well-informed, responsible citizenry and encourage national and community service. Our goal is to inspire and empower middle and high school students by engaging them in a civics curriculum that includes planning and hosting a community-based naturalization ceremony that provides them with an opportunity to participate in the democratic process while building a better understanding of the value and responsibilities of citizenship. Our vision is that our children will be more responsible, participatory and socially-just Americans through gaining a greater knowledge and appreciation of the rights and responsibilities they hold as United States citizens.