Civic Engagement Education History 
TCI
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Civic education is the cornerstone of a functioning democracy, yet recent evaluations reveal significant gaps in how it is taught across the nation. High-quality civics and U.S. history instruction is essential for developing informed, engaged citizens who can navigate the complexities of modern society.
The Hechinger Report
AUGUST 1, 2021
Peyton’s testimony is an example of “action civics,” a growing, if controversial, trend in American education of which Massachusetts is the undisputed leader. It’s not about raising junior boycotters or junior activists, but about being an active, engaged citizen.” Larry Paska, the National Council for the Social Studies.
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ED Surge
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
In 2020, California’s State Board of Education adopted criteria and guidance to award a State Seal of Civic Engagement to students who demonstrate excellence in civics education. In my 20 years as an educator, I have seen firsthand how service-learning engages students as they become leaders in their communities.
The Hechinger Report
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
In the last few years, the American education system has been bludgeoned by changes that have upended decades of progress toward better academic, economic and social outcomes for all. These dangerous culture wars will wreak havoc on education and education policy for years to come. Teaching is inherently activist.
ED Surge
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Fortunately, in light of democracy’s fragility, there has been a steady increase in initiatives from federal and state governments to incorporate civics education in K-12 classrooms. In 2020, California adopted a State Seal of Civic Engagement that high school students can earn upon graduation.
ED Surge
JUNE 17, 2022
In order to create the systemic changes required to realize racial justice, we must transform ourselves into students and recommit to learning how our shared history influences modern practices. My organization, Facing History and Ourselves, and many others have been doing this necessary work.
C3 Teachers
MARCH 14, 2025
These pilot experiences were invaluable we observed firsthand how students engaged in compelling questions, analyzed primary sources, and developed their own interpretations of historical events. Some educators were initially hesitant, concerned about time constraints, student readiness, and adapting to a new instructional approach.
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