Live Free & Lead

Live Free & Lead A new civic education summer program for NH students grades 9-12.
6 weeks, 2 days a week. Learn to lead from the Granite State’s top officials.

Our young leaders have been busy learning about the legislature!They had the chance to meet with NH Senate President Sha...
08/02/2026

Our young leaders have been busy learning about the legislature!
They had the chance to meet with NH Senate President Sharon Carson to speak about the role of leadership and committees in the legislative process, House Clerk Paul Smith on the importance of parliamentary procedure and House Rules to maintaining order, and Director of Legislative Services Courtney Eschbach on the bill and amendment drafting process.

Thank you to our guests for presenting a comprehensive view of how a bill works its way through the system in New Hampshire!

Week 2 of Live Free & Lead brought our students into New Hampshire history and introduced them to the legislative branch...
07/14/2026

Week 2 of Live Free & Lead brought our students into New Hampshire history and introduced them to the legislative branch!

On Wednesday, we visited the New Hampshire Historical Society to learn about the Granite State’s unique and storied impact on our nation, from its founding to the modern day.

On Friday, students got an introduction to the legislative process and got to have lunch with their state representatives and senators! In the afternoon, we made an unexpected stop in the House chamber to watch the unveiling of the new State House portrait of Wentworh Cheswill, the first African American to hold public office in the United States (and he’s from New Hampshire!). It’s always exciting to learn new things about our state’s history and legacy of trailblazing service.

We’d like to thank the New Hampshire Historical Society for hosting us, as well as all of the legislators who visited with our students on Friday; we appreciate you supporting our next generation of leaders!

Week 1 of Live Free and Lead was a huge success! Our students are energized and excited to learn and to lead! Here’s a r...
07/09/2026

Week 1 of Live Free and Lead was a huge success! Our students are energized and excited to learn and to lead! Here’s a recap:
Day 1: Students got a tour of the State House from Visitors Center Director Virginia Drew, followed by an explainer of the program and the difference between state and federal government and why state government is so important in our federalist system.
Day 2: We visited the New Hampshire State Archives to hear from State Archivist Ashley Miller about New Hampshire history and the 250th anniversary of our state and nation, and from Secretary of State David Scanlan on election integrity and the First in the Nation presidential primary!

We’re excited to kick off this summer and to continue to see our students learn and grow!

There’s still time! Register for Live Free & Lead now to learn from the people who lead New Hampshire this summer. Regis...
06/12/2026

There’s still time! Register for Live Free & Lead now to learn from the people who lead New Hampshire this summer. Register now at livefreeandlead.org

We’re pleased to welcome New Hampshire Department of Education Commissioner Caitlin Davis to speak about the executive a...
06/04/2026

We’re pleased to welcome New Hampshire Department of Education Commissioner Caitlin Davis to speak about the executive administration of New Hampshire’s education system. She has a long history of work within the department and a lot of knowledge to impart on our students!

Interested in hearing from Commissioner Davis? Register now at livefreeandlead.org. Registrations close June 14th

We’re so excited to welcome you to the State House this summer that we’re extending registration by a week! Learn to be ...
06/02/2026

We’re so excited to welcome you to the State House this summer that we’re extending registration by a week! Learn to be a leader in your community from the people who lead our state.

Learn more and apply at livefreeandlead.org.

Secretary of State David Scanlan has been a staunch supporter of civics education in New Hampshire and of our First in t...
05/30/2026

Secretary of State David Scanlan has been a staunch supporter of civics education in New Hampshire and of our First in the Nation presidential primary. We have been pleased to have his support for Live Free & Lead and are happy to welcome him to speak with students this summer!

Learn more and apply at livefreeandlead.org! Applications close June 5th.

Joining Chief Justice MacDonald to discuss the Supreme Court, Associate Justice Melissa Countway will provide her unique...
05/30/2026

Joining Chief Justice MacDonald to discuss the Supreme Court, Associate Justice Melissa Countway will provide her unique insight as the first justice to be a former circuit court judge. Students will get to hear from the Justices in the Supreme Court chambers!
Interested in hearing from Justice Countway? Learn more and apply now at livefreeandlead.org. Applications close June 5th.

The Attorney General is the chief law enforcement officer in New Hampshire and plays a vital role in protecting New Hamp...
05/28/2026

The Attorney General is the chief law enforcement officer in New Hampshire and plays a vital role in protecting New Hampshire citizens and communities. As such, we’re pleased to welcome Attorney General John Formella this summer to speak with students about the work of the Department of Justice.

Learn more and apply at livefreeandlead.org. Applications due June 5th!

Just 10 days left to apply! Learn more and apply at livefreeandlead.org.
05/26/2026

Just 10 days left to apply! Learn more and apply at livefreeandlead.org.

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