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SUMMARY:WACSS Spring Conference - No Easy Answers
DESCRIPTION:This year’s theme is No Easy Answers\, which speaks to the subjects that we teach\, the ways we teach\, and the complexities of the moment we are living in. Come gather with other educators to share ideas\, questions\, best practices\, and hopes. \nKEYNOTE SPEAKERS: \nJustice Mary Yu of the Washington State Supreme Court \nHeather Trim Executive Director of Zero Waste Washington \nWarren Seyler\, Former Chairman of the Spokane Tribe of Indians and Curriculum Developer with the Department of Natural Resources \nINCLUDED: All meals from Friday dinner through Sunday breakfast. The conference begins at 1 PM on Friday and ends Sunday morning at 10:30 AM. 14 Clock Hours Available. \nPROGRAM: We have a dynamic program planned! Click HERE to view our Schedule at a Glance. \nACCOMMODATIONS: We have blocked rooms at Campbell’s Lodge at the government rate of $118. To make your reservation call 1-800-553-8225. Use the Group #641446 and the Group Name: Washington State Council for the Social Studies. \nCOMPANIONS/SPOUSES: Please register as an Attendee. The registration fee covers your meals. \nEXHIBITORS: Exhibitor registration includes access to a table and one lunch on Saturday. Please contact jligot@nsd.org for details \nQUESTIONS: Please contact Brad at contactwscss@gmail.com
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/wacss-spring-conference-no-easy-answers/
LOCATION:Campbell’s Lodge\, Chelan\, Washington\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel,Conversation/Roundtable,Keynote,Lecture,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Civic Learning Week Lecture with Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III
DESCRIPTION:Join us at DC Public Library (Martin Luther King Jr.\, Memorial Library – 901 G Street NW) for our kick-off event for Civic Learning Week with a lecture by Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III. \nImagine navigating the anger\, hatred and violence in today’s turbulent political and social landscape with a profound sense of hope\, resilience and spiritual resistance. Reverend Dr. Otis Moss III\, renowned civil rights leader and author of Dancing in the Darkness: Spiritual Lessons for Thriving in Turbulent Times\, will share insights from his journey and the teachings from his book. \nMoss\, a mentor to former President Obama\, has actively fostered societal change and pushed against the status quo. Now\, he’s sharing these insights. Inspired by his father\, pastor Otis Moss Jr.\, as well as Martin Luther King Jr.\, Moss’s words have the power to bridge personal experiences with the broader social justice landscape\, providing a renewed perspective on navigating life’s challenges. Hear from someone who has experienced these challenges firsthand and managed to find strength in unexpected places. \nUsing his book\, Dr. Moss will discuss the significant events and experiences from Martin Luther King Jr.’s childhood and youth that shaped his perspectives and propelled Dr. King to become a civil rights leader and social justice advocate. \nDr. Moss will be joined in conversation by Rev. Thomas Bowen\, the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Religious Affairs and the Director of the Mayor’s Office on African American Affairs. \nThe event will occur in New Books located on the 1st Floor. \nRegistration is recommended but not required. \nAbout the Book \nDancing in the Darkness is a life-affirming guide to the practical\, political\, and spiritual challenges of our day. Drawing on the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr.\, Howard Thurman\, sacred scripture\, southern wisdom\, global spiritual traditions\, Black culture\, and his own personal experiences\, Dr. Moss instructs us on how to practice spiritual resistance by combining justice and love. \nAbout the Author \nWith civil rights advocacy in his DNA\, Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III serves as the Senior Pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago\, Illinois\, and has built his ministry on community advancement and social justice activism. A native of Cleveland\, Ohio\, Dr. Moss is an honors graduate of Morehouse College. He earned a Master of Divinity form Yale Divinity School and a Doctor of Ministry degree from Chicago Theological Seminary. His earlier publications include: Redemption in a Red Light District\, and The Gospel According to the Wiz: And Other Sermons from Cinema. He co-authored The Gospel Re-Mix; How to Reach the Hip-Hop Generation. \nThis event is free and open to all. Join us for what promises to be a thought-provoking and dynamic lecture on the life and legacy of Dr. King.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/civic-learning-week-lecture-with-rev-dr-otis-moss-iii/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King\, Jr. Memorial Library\, 901 G Street NW\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Keynote,Lecture
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SUMMARY:West Virginia Civics Coalition's "Civics Now More Than Ever!"
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting free celebration of civic education at the WV Culture Center\, State Capitol Complex in Charleston\, WV. Engage with experts\, enjoy hands-on activities\, and network with fellow enthusiasts. \nHighlights:\nEnlightening presentations by renowned leaders from diverse fields such as:\n– WV Supreme Court Chief Justice Tim Armstead\n– U.S. District Court Judge Irene Berger\n– WV Secretary of State Mac Warner and Senator Randolph (Portrayer)\n– WV Education Department Officials-Tanya Baldwin and Erika Klose\n– WVEA President Dale Lee and AFT President Fred Albert\n– Student Leaders-Ella Waters and Michael Niggemyer\nHands-on learning with voting machines and a Constitution scavenger hunt.\nComplimentary box lunches and mileage reimbursement for one vehicle.\nCollaborative learning environment uniting students\, teachers\, and community members.\nRegistration: Complete the registration form by March 1\, 2024\, to secure your spot. Max 4 persons per organization unless a specific request is made to Tom.Tinder@outlook.com.\nRegistration required.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/west-virginia-civics-coalitions-civics-now-more-than-ever/
LOCATION:West Virginia Culture Center\, 1900 Kanawha Blvd.\, East\, Charleston\, West Virginia\, 25305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel,Q&A/Town Hall,Keynote,Lecture,Exhibit,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Cardinal Civic Learning Day!
DESCRIPTION:Cardinal Civic Learning Day brings in a variety of guest speakers to have interactive discussions with students about civic engagement and participation. This year’s slate of speakers include representatives from the League of Women Voters\, Wisconsin Conservation Congress and Youth Conservation Congress\, several Necedah Area School District board members\, Necedah Town Board Chair-town government\, Necedah Town Board Clerk-local voting protocols and registration\, the Necedah Village Administrator-village government\, Necedah Area School District Financial Officer-overview of School finance and how to read a property tax statement\, and Necedah Area School District School Resource Officer-how the law changes for 18 year olds and law enforcement questions\, and the Necedah Area School District Transportation Manager-a former law enforcement officer will talk about the importance of public service and the importance of the “public” in public service.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/cardinal-civic-learning-day/
LOCATION:Necedah Area School District\, 1801 S Main St.\, Necedah\, Wisconsin\, 54646\, United States
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SUMMARY:MiCivics Civic Education Summit - Advancing Civic Curiosity and Joy
DESCRIPTION:Join in celebrating Michigan’s Civic Learning Week! Register today for the MiCivics Civic Education Summit. This year’s theme – Advancing Civic Curiosity & Joy! \nJoin over 15 leading civic education organizations on Tuesday\, March 12 in Detroit for the latest in civic education content\, proven resources\, classroom practices\, civic education research\, and networking – all in the name of advancing civic education.\nLearn More and Register: https://micivics.org\nJoin the MiCivics Coalition because nourishing the roots of democracy requires all of us. \nExperience the power of meaningful civic education with the opening session keynote speaker – Former Michigan Senator\, Adam Hollier\, and Senior Counsel at Warner Norcross + Judd\, James Liggins\, Jr. \nSpend time learning and sharing with these presenting organizations and table resources including:\nAmerican Bar Association\nCivics that Empowers All Students; Center for Civic Education’s We the People Program\nDetroit Area Youth Uniting Michigan\nDissident Project\nGerald R. Ford Presidential Museum and Foundation\niCivics and CivXNow\nLeague of Women Voters\nLevin Center for Oversight and Democracy\nMichigan Center for Civic Education\nMichigan Department of Civil Rights\nMichigan Department of Education\nMichigan Department of State\nMichigan Supreme Court Learning Center\nMy School Votes\nNational Constitution Center\nOakland Schools\nRetro Report\nState Bar of Michigan – Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Community\nUpshur Institute for Civic Education at Eastern Michigan University\nAnd more!
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/micivics-civic-education-summit-advancing-civic-curiosity-and-joy/
LOCATION:Levin Center for Oversight and Democracy at Wayne State University Law School\, 471 W Palmer Ave\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Classroom Activity,Keynote,Lecture,Forum,Workshop
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SUMMARY:NextGen Politics: Jahnavi Rao
DESCRIPTION:Join LWVUS on March 14\, 2024\, at 5:30 PM ET for a special speakers session featuring Jahnavi Rao\, the founder of New Voters. New Voters is a national nonprofit that organizes high school student-leaders to host their own successful nonpartisan voter registration drives at their schools. Jahnavi will share her life journey and experiences\, how she came to do democracy work\, and her recommendations for mobilizing with other young voters. The presentation will be moderated by Nile Blass\, LWVUS’ DMV Regional Organizer. Register now!
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/nextgen-politics-jahnavi-rao/
LOCATION:LWVUS\, 1233 20th St NW #500\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20036\, United States
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