Model UN @ ESHS for 8th Graders

  • International Studies
El Segundo High School: 640 Main St, El Segundo, CA 90245, USA
Dec 09 2026
May 26 2027
Model UN
$525.00 USD
  1. Wed4:00 - 5:00 pm

Description

What is Model United Nations?

Model UN is a simulation of the UN General Assembly and its other multilateral bodies where students perform an ambassador role while debating topics such as gender equality, climate action, global health, and more! This program culminates with a conference where delegate teams debate other middle school programs in Southern CA.

Why should your student participate in MUN?
Students develop confidence and leadership skills through experience. 
MUN helps students develop public speaking, writing, collaboration, diplomacy and research skills. 
MUN provide students with their first entry point into international affairs and concepts, such as peace and security, human rights, development, and rule of law issues.
Model UN conferences allow you to practice teamwork, negotiation, and communication skills in a safe and structured environment.
What you learn in MUN helps you to gain self confidence and composure, which are invaluable in academic and professional settings.
 
Does your student have what it takes to join MUN?
  • Do they want to be a leader?
  • Are they willing to work hard?
  • Can they listen and analyze?
  • Do they like to research, write and negotiate?
  • Are they a critical thinker and problem solver?
  • Do they want to excel?

THEN MODEL UN IS FOR THEM! 

Program Details:

~ This class is for 8th graders only. They will be joining the ongoing MUN class at ESHS.

~ The teachers/coaches for MUN are the wonderful April Strawn and Al Luna.

~ MUN is a competitive, collaborative class that focuses on research, writing, and public speaking. Classes boost team-building, speaking practice, and competition prep. The participant will have to do work outside of class times.

~ Model United Nations (MUN) is a high-time-commitment class. While consistent attendance is ideal, we understand that sports and other activities may interfere. When absent, please check in on the daily agenda through Google Classroom and communicate! 

~ Please only enroll if your student is up to the work, no refunds will be given once class starts. If needed, please contact Mr. Luna at [email protected] for guidance.

~ Class Meeting Schedule in the ESHS Library:

December > Mondays & Wednesdays 4-5 pm, starting Wednesday, Dec. 9th

January-May > Wednesdays 4-5 pm, with the following caveat: no class meeting when the school schedule does not allow, including but not limited to the following:

Scheduled Class Breaks:
Thanksgiving Break: November 23-27
Winter Break: December 21-Jan 1
Finals Week: January 18-22
Ski Week: February 15-19
Spring Break: April 5-9
AP Exams: May 3-14

~ Participants work towards the conferences listed below, but these are subject to change. No refunds will be given for unattended conferences.

~ Participant must arrange their transportation to the conferences.

Conference List (tentative until confirmed)

Redondo - January

Huntington - January

GriffMUN - February

Marymount - March

Venice - April

Long Beach - May

~ The cost of this program is $525. Please email [email protected] if you would like a payment plan. 

SUPPORT THE CLASS THAT SUPPORTS YOUR SCHOOL! All profits go directly back to ESUSD through the grant Ed! pays to the district this school year. For more info about Ed!, visit our website. esedf.org

Questions about the MUN class, please email Mr. Luna at [email protected] or Ms. Strawn at [email protected]. Questions about registering, please email [email protected].

FYI: The charge on your credit card will be from the El Segundo Education Foundation! We sometimes take photos/videos for promotional purposes. To opt out, please email [email protected] with the participant's name, class they are taking and dates of the class.

Class dates

12/09/2026, 12/16/2026, 01/06/2027, 01/13/2027, 01/27/2027, 02/03/2027, 02/10/2027, 02/24/2027, 03/03/2027, 03/10/2027, 03/17/2027, 03/24/2027, 03/31/2027, 04/14/2027, 04/21/2027, 04/28/2027, 05/19/2027, 05/26/2027

Restrictions

Participants must currently be in 8 grade.

Program enrollment capacity

Minimum: 1

Maximum: 36

Registration period

Registration starts on 10/21/2026 and ends on 12/16/2026.

In-person location

El Segundo High School: 640 Main St, El Segundo, CA 90245, USA

Room: ESHS Library

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