Join A250 Teacher Trivia, created by iCivics in partnership with The World from A to Z with Carl Azuz, for 25 weeks of fast, fun civics that celebrate 250 years of the Declaration of Independence! Each Thursday, between 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. ET (4:00 and 6:00 p.m. PT), you’ll answer five trivia questions as quickly …
National Week of Conversation was created for those exhausted by the division and hatred in our country. For those seeking ways to turn down the heat of polarization. It is a week to become inspired, equipped and engaged in activities that build bridges across differences. On behalf of the 500+ organizations dedicated to bringing Americans …
Freedom During America's 250th Anniversary As the nation celebrates its 250th year, it’s a crucial time to reflect on the founding principles of the American project. America, once an ambitious …
As the nation celebrates its 250th year, it’s a crucial time to reflect on the founding principles of the American project. America, once an ambitious idea, is now a reality, …
The competition, which aims to promote civics education and encourage Wisconsin high school students to develop an interest in public service, will host play-off competitions virtually on April 8-9, 2026. The top-performing teams will advance to the state finals on Friday, May 1, at the Wisconsin State Capitol. Members of the state championship-winning team will …
As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, this full-day workshop explores George Washington’s leadership and the role his words played in shaping the early republic. Participants will examine how Washington …
In our increasingly divided society, administrators and academic leaders face a unique opportunity to bring informed, respectful, and productive discourse to their school communities. To do so, leaders must play …
Interaction with local community is at the heart of civic participation. This workshop presents practical strategies for helping students of all ages cultivate community connections that support their civic learning and involvement. You will explore how students can meaningfully engage with others in their neighborhood, town, or city to deepen their understanding of history and …
These meetings are open to all WCLC members, and are meant as an opportunity to connect with others who are invested in strengthening civic learning in the state. Each meeting …
Fredonia, WI Beginning with the upheavals of the 1960s, the United States saw a diverse set of groups pushing for social change. These included African Americans, Native Americans, women, and …
This workshop provides an overview of The Asian American Education Project’s lesson plans and the five thematic units on: citizenship, civil rights, identity, immigration, and racism. It will cover the …
As part of George Washington’s Mount Vernon GW250 regional programming, join us in Madison for Teaching Civic Conversations! This hands-on, full-day workshop is packed with classroom-ready strategies for meaningful civic …
The Center for Community and Nonprofit Studies will host the main site, and this year, we will include satellite sites across Wisconsin. Session Topics Community Efforts – grassroots, youth, the arts, etc Civil Society Organization Insights and Efforts Public Sector Insights and Efforts Research and Scholarship on Civic Health Bridging Divides and Depolarization And Other …
What ethical dilemmas do young people face when they see someone in their community being harmed? What tools will equip our students to address the antisemitism and other forms of …