Original Civic Research & Action

11/05/2025

Mamaroneck High School seniors Claire Reilly and Eliana Schnapp are conducting a survey in partnership with the ASPCA as part of their Original Civic Research and Action (OCRA) project. The survey, focusing on perceptions of pet fostering and adoption, is a vital component of their initiative to address animal shelter overcrowding.
We invite you to contribute to this important research by completing their anonymous survey, which only takes a few minutes. Your feedback is highly valuable and will directly support the development of effective strategies for animal welfare. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RSWKW3D

06/23/2025

OCRA seniors Caitlin Solis and Zoe Stahl have finished the installation of QR codes at 12 historic sites for the completion of their interactive trail focused on the history of enslavement in Larchmont/Mamaroneck. Find more information at mamaroneckhistoricalsociety.org/ocra

06/23/2025

A landmark civics program at Mamaroneck HS elicits high praise from the Westchester County Executive for having a real effect on government

06/18/2025

Congratulations to the OCRA seniors for presenting at the Seal of Civic Readiness Fair held in White Plains. Thank you to State Senator Shelley Mayer and Rep. George Latimer for participating!

06/04/2025

OCRA seniors Lea, Charlotte, Owen and Charlotte had their project on closing the sports opportunity gap recognized by USA Lacrosse They created a step-by-step guide for local communities to increase lacrosse participation in order to create social bridges for students.
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Four years ago, four freshmen at Mamaroneck (N.Y.) High School enrolled in an elective class called Original Civic Research and Action (OCRA). The goal of the class is to have students research their community, identify a challenge or issue that needs attention, and then develop a problem-solving fr...