News and Insights

A Renewed Commitment to American Civics: State-Led Initiatives Gain Momentum

A notable trend is emerging across the U.S. as state legislatures increased their focus on strengthening civic education this Spring legislative session. Since 2021, 26 states have adopted 42 policies aligned with the CivxNow State Policy Menu, our framework for strengthening civic learning. The momentum continues this year, with 45 states

June 26, 2025

Insights

The 2024 Election by the Numbers and the Outlook for Civic Learning in 2025

Shawn Healy, Senior Director, Policy and Advocacy, iCivics

State-level election analysis from our partners and a look ahead to the new year...

December 19, 2024

Make K–12 Civic Education Universal Post-Election

Shawn Healy, Senior Director, Policy and Advocacy, iCivics

Our institutions are threatened and our citizens feel disempowered, but we agree on the long-term solution: universal access to K–12 civic education. May the victors of both parties throughout our federal system make this a top priority when the dust settles from election 2024.

October 29, 2024

We’re Teaching Kids Here in Allentown

Shawn Healy, Senior Director, Policy and Advocacy, iCivics

What we can learn from front-page coverage of civic education and partner research around the general trajectory of civic engagement over one's lifespan.