City of Watsonville, CA

06/04/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/04/2025 12:11

Now Accepting Applications: Watsonville Academy

The Watsonville Academy is a free nine-week interactive program that gives participants an inside look at how local government operates. Sessions will be held every other Thursday from July 24, 2025, to November 13, 2025, from 6 PM to 8 PM and include dinner starting at 5:30 PM.

All applicants must be 18 years of age or older and must reside in or own a business in the City of Watsonville (city limits).

Attendance is important to gaining a good understanding of how your local government works. To receive a certificate of completion, participants cannot miss more than two class sessions. Space is limited to 25 participants and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Application enrollment will open on June 4, 2025. For more information about this incredible opportunity, please email Jessica Renteria at jessica.renteria@watsonville.gov or call 831-768-3010.

Application Link: https://bit.ly/4dPykbG

Application deadline: Friday, July 11, 2025, at 5 PM.

Session Dates:
Thursday, July 24, 2025
Thursday, August 7, 2025
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Thursday, November 13, 2025
Graduation - November 18, 2025

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