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SUMMARY:Spotlight on Connecticut’s Next Generation of Civic Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Across Connecticut\, students are leading some of the state’s most impactful civic engagement initiatives and demonstrating their leadership potential. \nIn honor of national Civic Learning Week\, join the Connecticut Democracy Center in residence at Connecticut’s Old State House for a free webinar highlighting student-led work being done by Antonia Kambolis (Voter Captains Project)\, Ryan Engels (CT Youth Political Advisory Center)\, Izayah Ringfield (Yale College Democrats)\, and Idhaant Bhosle (Town of Rocky Hill).
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/spotlight-on-connecticuts-next-generation-of-civic-leaders/
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SUMMARY:Connecticut Civics Trivia!
DESCRIPTION:Join The Connecticut Democracy Center in residence at Connecticut’s Old State House for a fun round of Civics Trivia! Test your knowledge of civics and our three branches of state government. \nAccompanying Resources:\n– Printable Response Sheet: https://bit.ly/3mahhdw\n– Answer Key: https://bit.ly/3IrZbLU\n– Google Forms Response Sheet: https://bit.ly/3SH0LxS \nTune in at https://youtu.be/YxvJ7Sdq4wY
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/connecticut-civics-trivia-6/
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SUMMARY:National Civics Day News Briefing
DESCRIPTION:October 27th\, National Civics Day\, marked the anniversary of the first Federalist Paper being published in 1787\, a series of essays that argued for the ratification of the U.S. Constitution. Hear from Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas\, Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz\, former MLB player Doug Glanville\, and others about National Civics Day and the Secretary’s new “Power of Civics” online learning platform. Streamed live on CT-N (ct-n.com) on October 27\, 2025. \nTune in at https://youtu.be/LqwpgU2Nxbk
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/national-civics-day-news-briefing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T150000
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SUMMARY:From the Classroom to the Capital City: Place-Based Civic Learning in Hartford
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Civic Learning Week\, the Connecticut Democracy Center in residence at Connecticut’s Old State House and its state government partners will discuss the significance of place-based education in fostering civic awareness and engagement. Learn about the unique place-based experiences for students and the public at Connecticut’s Old State House\, the State Capitol\, the Supreme Court\, and the Connecticut State Library and its Museum of Connecticut History\, as well as our classroom-based civic learning programs and resources. \nTune in at https://youtu.be/Bc_hRT_dpPU
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/from-the-classroom-to-the-capital-city-place-based-civic-learning-in-hartford-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T120000
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SUMMARY:Meet the 2026 Kid Governor's Cabinet
DESCRIPTION:This program features a Q&A with Kid Governor Tessa’s Cabinet Members: Ajla Reci\, Alyvia Stoddard\, Dylan Ellis\, Myra Ruparel\, Nana Appau\, and Samuel James. The students discuss their backgrounds\, their chosen community issues and platforms\, and their campaigns to be Connecticut’s 2026 Kid Governor. \nTune in at https://youtu.be/KGZR2uj3H3Q
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/meet-the-2026-kid-governors-cabinet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T111500
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SUMMARY:How to use the Connecticut General Assembly's Website and Bill Tracking Tools
DESCRIPTION:Jennifer Vienneau explains how to navigate the Connecticut General Assembly’s website\, resources\, and bill tracking tools. Learn more about Red\, White & Blue Schools at rwbschools.org. \nTune in at https://youtu.be/LbaD6J2Bgo4
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/how-to-use-the-connecticut-general-assemblys-website-and-bill-tracking-tools-2/
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SUMMARY:Educate\, Empower\, Engage: A Conversation on the Lasting Impact of Civic Education
DESCRIPTION:This captivating Civic Learning Week discussion explores civic education and engagement in Connecticut! Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas\, Commissioner of Education Charlene Russell-Tucker\, and Connecticut’s first-ever Kid Governor Elena Tipton (2016) share their civic journeys and attendees gained a deeper understanding of the importance of civic learning\, youth voice and participation\, and developing leadership skills. Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired and to contribute to building a future where every voice is empowered to make a difference. \nTune in at https://youtu.be/rSfBFF5XhCM
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/educate-empower-engage-a-conversation-on-the-lasting-impact-of-civic-education-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T110000
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SUMMARY:Connecticut's Kid Governor Inauguration Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Relive the excitement of Inauguration Day 2026 and watch Kid Governor Tessa Hallinan and her Cabinet take their official oaths of office and begin their one-year term! \nThis program was recorded during Connecticut’s Kid Governor® Inauguration Day on January 23\, 2026. Visit CT.KidGovernor.org to learn more. \nTune in at https://youtu.be/S1jZLOqwXdc
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/connecticuts-kid-governor-inauguration-day-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T170000
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SUMMARY:Civil Discourse: Classroom Conversations for Stronger Communities
DESCRIPTION:Conversation is the key to building empathy and understanding. It’s one of the most important tools in a teacher’s toolbox when it comes to helping students understand difficult subjects. It can also be one of the trickiest tools for educators to use. Joe Schmidt is a leader in social studies education. In his latest book\, “”Civil Discourse: Classroom Conversations for Stronger Communities””\, he and co-author Nichelle Pinkney share their expertise and guidance to help educators facilitate difficult conversations in the classroom with courage and empathy. Join Joe in conversation and learn how he constructed these tips for discourse on complex and sometimes divisive topics. \nTune in at https://youtu.be/LOelgAoI9YU
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/civil-discourse-classroom-conversations-for-stronger-communities/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T160000
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SUMMARY:Rev. James W. C. Pennington: A National and Local Voice for Freedom
DESCRIPTION:A lecture on the life of the Reverend James W.C. Pennington\, educator and pastor of the Talcott Street church in the 1840s and 1850s\, with an emphasis on his impact as a leader of the Black community in Hartford and the context of national events and the abolition movement. \nTune in at https://youtu.be/4MIQiJd_gUw
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/rev-james-w-c-pennington-a-national-and-local-voice-for-freedom-2/
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SUMMARY:Connecticut Civics Trivia!
DESCRIPTION:Join The Connecticut Democracy Center in residence at Connecticut’s Old State House for a fun round of Civics Trivia! Test your knowledge of civics and our three branches of state government. \nAccompanying Resources:\n– Printable Response Sheet: https://bit.ly/3mahhdw\n– Answer Key: https://bit.ly/3IrZbLU\n– Google Forms Response Sheet: https://bit.ly/3SH0LxS \nTune in at https://youtu.be/yp9PsrR1Sz4
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/connecticut-civics-trivia-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T090000
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SUMMARY:Civics Advocacy Day at the State Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Join the Connecticut Democracy Center and civics practitioners from across the state as we elevate the importance of civic learning in the halls of the Capitol! Sign up to reserve exhibitor table space where you can display information about your organization and programs\, and speak with legislators and their staffs about why we must prioritize K-12 civic learning.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/civics-advocacy-day-at-the-state-capitol/
LOCATION:Connecticut State Capitol\, 210 Capitol Ave\, Hartford\, CT\, 06106-1535\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T130000
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SUMMARY:Governor Ned Lamont and Kid Governor Keudy Martinez speak with students
DESCRIPTION:In honor of National Bullying Prevention Month\, Governor Ned Lamont visits Kid Governor Keudy Martinez at his school to discuss Keudy’s “Speaking Up for Safe & Happy Schools” platform and to answer student questions about bullying\, government\, and civic engagement. \nTune in: https://youtu.be/ajitbIb4Swk
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/governor-ned-lamont-and-kid-governor-keudy-martinez-speak-with-students/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T113500
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SUMMARY:Connect with Connecticut's Leaders - the Three Branches of State Government
DESCRIPTION:State Representative Hilda Santiago\, former Secretary of the State Denise Merrill\, and Judge Dennis Eveleigh answer student questions about their jobs and how Connecticut’s three branches of state government work together. \nTune in: https://youtu.be/G6djheh4Phc
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/connect-with-connecticuts-leaders-the-three-branches-of-state-government-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T093000
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SUMMARY:The Civics Education\, Civics Engagement and Media Literacy Task Force's Final Report
DESCRIPTION:Members of the Civics Education\, Civics Engagement and Media Literacy Task Force discuss their newly-released final report and recommendations. Read the final report here: https://www.cga.ct.gov/ed/tfs/20230719_Civics%20Education\,%20Civics%20Engagement%20and%20Media%20Literacy%20Task%20Force/Civics%20Task%20Force%20Report/Civic%20Education%20Civic%20Engagement%20%20Media%20Literacy%20Task%20Force%20Final%20Report.pdf \nTune in at https://youtu.be/bfyC7mkdcAc
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/the-civics-education-civics-engagement-and-media-literacy-task-forces-final-report/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T161500
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SUMMARY:Governance Productivity in 2025 with Dr. Jonathan Wharton
DESCRIPTION:Civics on the Road is a series presented by the Connecticut Democracy Center. This event features Dr. Jonathan Wharton\, Associate Professor of Political Science at Southern Connecticut State University\, speaking about how we\, as a community\, move forward and govern together in a post-election society. \nTune in at https://youtu.be/9so1G_SAtiQ.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/governance-productivity-in-2025-with-dr-jonathan-wharton/
LOCATION:YouTube\, Connecticut\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T170000
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SUMMARY:Kid Governor® Leadership Summit (closed meeting)
DESCRIPTION:To close out Civic Learning Week\, the Connecticut Democracy Center will host the nation’s Kid Governors and Cabinet/Executive Council members at the 2024 Kid Governor Leadership Summit! (closed meeting) The annual Leadership Summit is an exciting opportunity for Kid Governor® student leaders to build relationships across states\, find commonalities in their platforms\, and learn more about leadership. \nLearn more about the Kid Governor® program at kidgovernor.org and about the Connecticut Democracy Center’s Civic Learning Week programming at ctdemocracycenter.org/civic-learning-week.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/kid-governor-leadership-summit-closed-meeting/
LOCATION:Connecticut’s Old State House\, 800 Main Street\, Hartford\, Connecticut\, 06103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation/Roundtable,Workshop
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