While this may be a good time to take advantage of the public’s attention, it’s also a time when teachers increasingly fear repercussions for offending students.
iCivics is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to advancing civic learning so young people have the confidence to shape the world around them and believe in our country’s future.
Thousands of educators from all 50 states participated in the Civic Star Challenge, an initiative of the Bill of Rights Institute and iCivics to teach themes of the Declaration of Independence in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.
8th grade students across the Commonwealth are invited to bring the Declaration of Independence to life through a statewide video competition for the opportunity to win scholarships and other prizes
Sixty-three educators have been awarded $300 each for integrating themes from the Declaration of Independence into their teaching in the lead-up to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.