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Celebrating National Civic Learning Week During America’s 250th

In the afterglow of our fourth annual national Civic Learning Week (CLW), we’re in awe and appreciative of the scope and span of the CivxNow coalition’s collective work to strengthen K–12 civic education. This year’s events, proclamations, op-eds and earned media, and other forms of advocacy shined the spotlight on

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Civic Learning Week March 9-13, 2026
Three Ways YOU Can Celebrate Civic Learning Week

Civic Learning Week (March 9–13) is a weeklong national celebration that highlights the importance of civic education in sustaining and strengthening our constitutional democracy, bringing together students, educators, policymakers, and civic leaders across sectors. During the nation’s semiquincentennial, this movement serves as a catalyst for uplifting youth and preparing our

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A Heartfelt Farewell from Coalition Engagement Director Ace Parsi

How does one summarize five years of transformative professional experiences in a few paragraphs? You don’t—but I’ll try. After five years of coordinating the CivxNow coalition, I decided to leave my role as Director of Coalition Engagement at iCivics to pursue a new professional chapter of public service. I leave

Crucial March Toward Stronger Civic Education Continued in 2025

Amidst a turbulent year for our country, the CivxNow Coalition continued its crucial march to strengthen K–12 civic learning from coast to coast. Back in January, we challenged newly sworn-in federal leaders to strengthen investments in civic education, and Congress responded by maintaining appropriations for American History and Civics Academies

Civics in the News

March 2026

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Civics was all over the news this month, thanks to dozens and dozens of Civic Learning Week stories and coalition efforts to place at least 20 op-eds across the country. In fact, more than 1,100 media placements alongside more than 140 social media mentions generated a reach of more than 1 billion! Following are some highlights:

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