Dangerously Irrelevant

JANUARY 6, 2021

I think that what I will say here is: Policymakers, you know how you’ve minimized the importance of history, government, and civics in all of your education reform efforts over the past couple of decades? As someone who grew up in the Washington, D.C.

Social Studies 145

Social Studies Civics Government History 145

The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Some school districts, local governments and nonprofit groups across the country have galvanized this youth activism by giving students opportunities to participate in leadership roles and democracy in ways that go beyond civics classes and student government. Related: Making America whole again via civics education.

Civics 143

Civics Civic Engagement High School Government 143

Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 5, 2015

So when Piedmont is looking for great digital science and social studies programs for its middle school, it’s hard for them to know where to look and what’s out there. WHAT: Piedmont Middle School is seeking to pilot digital learning programs that support competency-based learning in science and social studies.

Social Studies 86

Social Studies Middle School Geography Civics 86

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. Despite the setback, I believe there is still a way for students to re-engage in school, support their communities and learn leadership skills.

Civic Engagement 137

Civic Engagement Civics K-12 Education 137

Let's Cultivate Greatness

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Here are some of my favorite lessons and activities for teaching the executive branch in my high school Civics and Government class. Its a bit complicated, which means it also offers great opportunities to practice critical thinking and social studies skills. But first, lets go over what the branch does exactly.

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Civics Government Critical Thinking Social Studies 52

The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 28, 2017

Because local unions can reflect the racial attitudes of the confined geographic area, leadership and involvement from the national-level group is almost always necessary. It’s simply harder for individuals to seek redress against what is really a coalition between powerful neighborhood groups, civic leaders and school system heads.

Economics 80

Economics Geography Civics History 80

Zinn Education Project

JANUARY 15, 2024

Post photos and videos to social media with the hashtag #TeachTruth Below are examples of day of action activities, from prior events around the country. Or march to a local civic building. Interested in adding your organization as a co-sponsor? See photos and stories about the D.C. events in 2021 and 2022. Photo by Dean Hesse, 2022.

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Teaching Historic Sites Archiving Museum 52