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Advancing civic learning so young people have the confidence to shape the world around them and believe in our country’s future.
Joined February 2010
The Civic Star Challenge is LIVE! 🎉 Hosted by iCivics & the Bill of Rights Institute, it empowers K–12 teachers to explore the ideals of the Declaration of Independence through creativity, discovery, & action. 🌟 Join the challenge: https://t.co/dqMUduEl0H 🤝 @BRInstitute
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Patricia uses Well Versed music videos to make the Civic Star Challenge hands-on & fun for her kindergartners. 🎶 After the groovin', her students participated in a special circle activity to dive deeper into civics. Read more about her creative approach:
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As a kindergarten teacher, I see it as my job to make learning hands-on and fun. We’re always moving, singing, and even dancing. That includes when we’re learning about civics. This year, we started...
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We hope your winter break is filled with rest and relaxation. 🍷🍪 ☕🍿 From all of us at iCivics, thank you for being an essential part of our community. We’ll see you in 2026! ✨
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65% of teachers nationally limit discussions about political and social issues in class. We want to change that. 📉 Join us on Jan. 14 at 6pm PT to discuss approaches for generating civil dialogue around contentious topics in the classroom. Register now: https://t.co/MxLd7AKkuk
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This is one of the most positive and supportive organizations that I belong to. There is always something useful from games, to infograghs, and lesson plans. Besides that, it is filled with really cool people!
Warning! Side effects of joining the iCivics Educator Network may include contagious collaboration, endless fun & a need to attend ALL the conferences to get more time in person! Don't miss out on joining this amazing community! Apply to join EdNet today: https://t.co/CM53RMLter
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Don't close the books on the fall semester yet! Gather all those great Declaration of Independence lessons and submit them to the Civic Star Challenge for a shot at winning. ⭐ https://t.co/QqnWUjLXSm
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Warning! Side effects of joining the iCivics Educator Network may include contagious collaboration, endless fun & a need to attend ALL the conferences to get more time in person! Don't miss out on joining this amazing community! Apply to join EdNet today: https://t.co/CM53RMLter
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Teaching redistricting can feel overwhelming. Let us support you! Our latest #WeCanTeachHardThings blog maps out the background content—from the Constitutional Convention to the Census—and links to resources to help you cover this topic in the classroom:
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You're already teaching the Declaration of Independence—now get rewarded for it! 🤩 Join teachers nationwide and submit your activities to the Civic Star Challenge for a chance to win prizes: https://t.co/oeQJm8QOzD 🤝 @BRInstitute
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This teacher uses low-stakes questions to give students practice in making claims with evidence. It’s all part of the preparation needed for civil dialogue. Explore #WeCanTeachHardThings and find tools to tackle tough topics with confidence: https://t.co/nreACdDPIy
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Give Laura a platform, she will promote @icivics Civic Star Challenge every time. Kansas is coming for you, New York! @lauramcfarren @glennw98
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Did KS pull back ahead of NY today in the #civicstarchallenge? YES WE DID!! Kansas Teachers teach civics!! @icivics @BRInstitute
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Today is Bill of Rights Day! Use our video series that explores the key freedoms and protections outlined in the first ten amendments to the Constitution: https://t.co/5Ujp7g8G6d Don't forget to submit this lesson to the Civic Star Challenge for a chance to win cash prizes! ⭐
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iCivics offers a unique approach to professional learning for educators! 💡 Our courses are inquiry-driven, foster deep collaboration, and provide supportive coaching and constructive feedback that nurture and grow your leadership skills. Register today: https://t.co/SnajJciKLI
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iCivics Educator Network member shares his experience attending the @NCSSNetwork annual conference, finding an electrifying national community. ✨ Read how he connected with educators, exchanged innovative ideas, & what he's taking back to his classroom. https://t.co/HrbdgTWLNq
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Just when you thought icivics could not get any better!! Can't wait!
The secret is finally out! 🥳 A250 Teacher Trivia, hosted by @CarlAzuz, is designed exclusively for educators, featuring 25 weeks of fast, fun trivia questions—and a chance to win prizes. Coming in the new year! Sign up to stay updated: https://t.co/8gmkSIRoA6
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Thank you for your dedication to advocating for civic education and being a part of the CivxNow Hill Day!
Had a blast at @NCSSNetwork 2025 Conference. One of the best parts was #HillDay with friends from @icivics and @CivxNow. After five meetings it’s clear #CivicsEducation is a bipartisan issue and has bicameral support. Take a look at our day. ⬇️🏛️ https://t.co/jqQu1iwcZN
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"If you don't understand your country, your government, and your role in it, you can't care about it." — Donna Phillips, @CivicEducation
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Next week is Bill of Rights Day! Our Constitution EXPLAINED video series explains the amendments in everyday language so students can learn their rights and get involved: https://t.co/i3GIZk5oiJ Submit this activity to the Civic Star Challenge for a chance to win prizes!
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This Civic Star Challenge educator and his students tackled the question: "What does it mean to be free?" Read how the iCivics Enlightenment Mini-Lesson sparked a philosophical discussion on core civic values: https://t.co/50BrPf7KtO
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This educator breaks down how she "lowers the temperature" and teaches tough civics topics in her classroom. 🌡️ Read the full blog post: https://t.co/kBoLsSw16x
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