The JCPI is the world’s only peer-reviewed journal on politics contributed exclusively by high school students across the English-speaking world.  Edited and refereed by college political science instructors, the JCPI covers a wide range of political themes and perspectives.  In addition to publishing winning essays on a variety of topics and announcing runners-up, the JCPI will devote a section of each issue to honor those students who have excelled in civics/government courses.  

The JCPI provides a variety of benefits.  For students intending to pursue higher education, being mentioned and/or published in such a selective journal as the JCPI is an excellent way to strengthen their competitiveness as college applicants.  Such achievements also stand to benefit high schools by enhancing their reputation, since a student's success often reflects on the quality of his/her education.

There is also a monetary incentive to get involved.  A $1,000 cash prize will be awarded to the author of each issue’s most popular essay, as determined by a popular vote.  Additionally, visitors to this website will have the chance of winning $250 for voting on their favorite essay. 

Of much wider significance is that, by providing a forum in which students can develop and express their views on important political issues, this website responds to the pressing and widely-recognized need to stimulate political interest among our youth.

For further information, including instructions on subscribing and submitting manuscripts to the JCPI, please click on one of the links above.  Finally, check back often for additions to our growing list of supplementary resources!