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SUMMARY:Youth Civic Engagement in Turbulent Times
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide participants with a look at what youth civic engagement really looks like in times of political and social tumult. \nJoin the MCLC Civic Fellows as they discuss their “civic journey” in conversation with elected and appointed officials as well as with educators and civic education and engagement advocates. This session will provide viewers and participants with a close look at what youth civic engagement really looks like in times of political\, social\, and cultural tumult\, how young people are putting their classroom civics learning into practice\, and how educators and other allies\, including elected and appointed officials\, can best facilitate and support young people in their efforts to become active\, informed\, and engaged participants in our democracy. Participants will dissect and discuss real-world examples of youth civic action and audience members will be afforded ample opportunity to interact virtually with the participants via questions and comments submitted in real time. \nThis session is organized by the MCLC Civic Fellows.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/youth-civic-engagement-in-turbulent-times/
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SUMMARY:Ensuring the Right to Vote Past and Present
DESCRIPTION:Learn about voting rights today and actions students can take to protect this “most powerful and precious right” for everyone. \nThis program introduces students to the importance of voting and the struggle for voting rights\, past and present. Students examine primary source material — documents\, photographs\, and video — to learn about racial discrimination in voting during the Kennedy years and strategies that public officials\, activists\, and everyday citizens used to address it. The program also explores voting rights today and actions students can take to protect this “most powerful and precious right” for everyone. \nThis session is hosted by the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/ensuring-the-right-to-vote-past-and-present/
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Council for the Social Studies Conference Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Plan to attend the annual full-day MCSS conference at Sturbridge Village on Friday\, March 13th. \nMCSS is excited to offer Civic Learning Week sessions for those who will be attending the Massachusetts Council for the Social Studies Spring Statewide Conference! Visit the MCSS 2026 Spring Statewide Conference website to explore and register for sessions dedicated to advancing civic education in our classrooms and communities. \nThe Civic Learning Week sessions include: \nPrioritizing Elementary: How Civics became Tier 1 Instruction in Springfield Public Schools K-2 Classrooms (9:50 – 10:50)\nAutonomy & Activism: Helping Students Become Informed and Engaged Citizens (9:50 – 10:50)\nLaunching DESE Civic Project Tracking Across Springfield Public Schools w/ Local Civics’ PathLink Platform (11:00 – 12:00)\nThe Teen Leadership Walk: From Memorial to Monument\, Answering the Calls to Action (1:00 – 2:00)\nLeveraging Geographic Tools to Understand Democracy (1:00 – 2:00)\nStudent-Led Civic Action Matters Even More in the Age of AI (2:05 – 3:05)\nCivics Beyond Borders: Preparing Students to be Global Citizens (3:15 – 4:15)\nBe sure to attend the keynote: Teaching\, Learning\, and Leading in the Age of AI\, presented by Dr. Torry Truss and Dr. Rob Malloy of UMass Amherst\, designed to support social studies instructors and leaders struggling to navigate teaching and learning in the new digital era. \nIf you are attending the MCSS Conference in Sturbridge\, we hope you enjoy these Civic Learning Week events!
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/massachusetts-council-for-the-social-studies-conference-sessions/
LOCATION:Old Sturbridge Village\, Old Sturbridge Village\, Sturbridge\, MA\, 01566\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T160000
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SUMMARY:Democracy Renovation on the MA Ballot in 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Partners In Democracy for a workshop on the four democracy-related ballot questions that will go before MA voters in 2026. \nPartners In Democracy (PID) will guide participants through the four Democracy Renovation ballot questions that will go before Massachusetts voters in 2026: all-party primaries\, extending the state’s public records law to the Legislature and Governor\, reforming legislative stipends\, and Election Day voter registration. PID will provide an overview of the state’s legislative process\, the role of ballot measures\, and the reasons why voters may see so many ballot measures (up to 12) in 2026\, before explaining each of the four Democracy Renovation questions. We will then open the session to discussion. \nThis session is hosted by Partners In Democracy.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/democracy-renovation-on-the-ma-ballot-in-2026/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T150000
DTSTAMP:20260809T215150
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SUMMARY:Zoom with a Judge: Who Makes the Rules?! (Grades 9-12)
DESCRIPTION:From 1776 to 2026\, people have disagreed with and challenged rules. Students will hear from two judges about the process of judicial review. \nDiscovering Justice will once again host our popular Zoom with a Judge event for grades 9-12. This year our focus is judicial review: How are laws made\, and what can be done in court if you think a rule is unfair? Classes from across the Commonwealth will join together to discuss and challenge a group rule\, learning about the landmark supreme court case Marbury vs. Madison. This is a chance to hear from judges and learn what options people have in court when they think a rule is unfair. \nThis session is organized by Discovering Justice.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/zoom-with-a-judge-who-makes-the-rules-grades-9-12/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T104500
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SUMMARY:From Participation to Purpose: Stories of Civic Engagement & Civic Careers
DESCRIPTION:Curious about civic futures for students? Join us for a discussion with community members who will share their pathways to civic engagement. \nThis session will engage middle and high school students and teachers in a discussion about pathways that panelists have taken to civic engagement. Four individuals representing a range of pathways and professions will participate in a moderated Q & A panel session to share their own educational experiences that helped pave the way for successful civic engagement. Teachers and students are invited to work together ahead of the panel to come up with interview style questions they would like to see the participants respond to during the session\, with opportunities available for classes to directly ask questions during the panel. This moderated panel and Q&A session will provide middle and high school students and teachers with valuable perspectives on the skills and experiences that lead to meaningful civic involvement. \nThis session is organized by Democratic Knowledge Project and Generation Citizen.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/from-participation-to-purpose-stories-of-civic-engagement-civic-careers-2/
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SUMMARY:Zoom with a Judge (Grades K-2)
DESCRIPTION:Live\, interactive\, virtual event for students to engage with judges in thinking about justice and how the justice system works! \nThis session will be a live\, interactive\, virtual event for your students to engage with two inspirational judges in thinking about justice and how the justice system works! \nThis session is organized by Discovering Justice.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/zoom-with-a-judge-grades-k-2-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T161500
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SUMMARY:Power at 16: Young People Rewriting Democracy
DESCRIPTION:Power at 16: Young People Rewriting Democracy is a fast-paced\, interactive Vote16USA workshop that invites young people to explore why lowering the voting age to 16 is both powerful and winnable. \nThrough real-world examples\, small-group collaboration\, and live engagement\, participants connect their lived experiences to the national Vote16 movement. The session empowers young people to see themselves not as future voters\, but as leaders shaping democracy right now. \nThis session is organized by Vote16USA.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/power-at-16-young-people-rewriting-democracy/
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SUMMARY:Legislative Advocacy Panel: Setting the Civics Learning Agenda for MA
DESCRIPTION:This in-person session at the State House will provide an opportunity for students\, educators and others to engage with legislators and their staff members to make the case for continued investment by the state in civic education. Panelists will include students and teachers from schools that have benefitted from the Civics Teaching and Learning Grants. The panel will also discuss legislative advocacy and the role of the legislative process in supporting civics education. Many panelists are still to be finalized\, but Senator Becca Rausch\, a long time champion for civic education\, will speak. Other speakers will include legislators and/or legislative staff\, educators who have advocated for civics learning in the legislative process\, student activists\, and more. \nThis session is organized by the Massachusetts Civic Learning Coalition.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/legislative-advocacy-panel-setting-the-civics-learning-agenda-for-ma-2/
LOCATION:Massachusetts State House\, 24 Beacon St\, Boston\, MA\, 02133-1099\, United States
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SUMMARY:Voting for Seniors: What Students Need to Know to Cast a Counted Ballot
DESCRIPTION:This workshop offers a practical\, fun\, empowering introduction to participating in elections. \nThis 45-minute workshop will offer graduating seniors\, and the teachers who support them\, a concise\, practical look at the information new voters need to effectively advocate for themselves\, and cast a counted ballot. An engaging slide presentation will cover the practicalities and legalities of ID\, registration\, voting in person\, voting by mail\, voting early or on election day\, negotiating time off from work to vote\, and primary vs. general election voting. Part Two offers a short\, interactive workshop on candidate selection. The workshop will conclude with a brief Q&A. \nThis session is organized by Lift Every Vote.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/voting-for-seniors-what-students-need-to-know-to-cast-a-counted-ballot/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T094500
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SUMMARY:Media Literacy in Massachusetts: Competencies for 21st Century Democracy
DESCRIPTION:Join a lively conversation about the media literacy skills that Massachusetts students need to be successful in careers and life. \nLeaders from the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education will be joined by experts from Massachusetts-based Media Literacy Now to share findings from a recent study on media literacy education in Massachusetts\, including what’s working\, what’s needed\, and where we should go next to strengthen state policies and practices for media literacy. \nThis session is organized by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and Media Literacy Now.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/media-literacy-in-massachusetts-competencies-for-21st-century-democracy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T080000
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SUMMARY:Zoom with a Judge: Who Makes the Rules?! (Grades 6-8)
DESCRIPTION:From 1776 to 2026\, people have disagreed with and challenged rules. Students will hear from two judges about the process of judicial review. \nDiscovering Justice will once again host our popular Zoom with a Judge event for grades 6-8. This year our focus is judicial review: How are laws made\, and what can be done in court if you think a rule is unfair? Classes from across the Commonwealth will join together to discuss and challenge a group rule\, learning about the landmark supreme court case Marbury vs. Madison. This is a chance to hear from judges and learn what options people have in court when they think a rule is unfair. \nThis session is organized by Discovering Justice.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/zoom-with-a-judge-who-makes-the-rules-grades-6-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T193000
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SUMMARY:Folderol\, Frippery & Frivolity: Trivia and Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Join a one-hour trivia and storytelling event that tests your knowledge of the people and places in Boston’s Revolutionary history. \nThis event will take place in person at Old South Meeting House. \nDo you know who Boston’s most famous silversmith is? Or which colonial leader offered to pay for the tea dumped in the harbor? Join iCivics and Revolutionary Spaces for a fun evening of Colonial-era Boston trivia and storytelling. This hour-long program tests your knowledge of A250 legends – people and moments – which made Boston the birthplace of the American Revolution. It will bring the streets you walk today to life in fun new ways! The event takes place at the Old South Meeting House\, and doors will open at 6:00pm. Admission is free. \nThis session is organized by iCivics and Revolutionary Spaces.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/folderol-frippery-frivolity-trivia-and-storytelling/
LOCATION:Old South Meeting House\, 310 Washington St\, Boston\, MA\, 02108-4639\, United States
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SUMMARY:Climate Resilience through Civic Action Projects
DESCRIPTION:Join leaders of Mass Audubon’s Climate Democracy Project for a discussion of field-tested strategies that you can apply for your students. \nAre your students concerned about climate change and the environment\, but unsure how to link their passion to civic action? Join leaders of Mass Audubon’s Climate Democracy Project for a discussion of field-tested strategies that you can apply right away. Plus\, get a sneak peak of Mass Audubon’s upcoming climate action Toolkit for classrooms. This session is designed for classroom teachers of 8th grade Civics or those supporting 9th-12th grade Civic Action Projects; all are welcome. \nThis session is organized by Mass Audubon.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/climate-resilience-through-civic-action-projects/
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SUMMARY:Learn the Skills of Advocacy: Understanding and Influencing Your Government
DESCRIPTION:Learn to advocate for issues that matter to you and influence the leaders who will make decisions about those issues. \nStudents will learn what advocacy is and multiple strategies for advocacy at the state government level. They will learn how bills are proposed and the steps they go through to be considered and passed. Topics include how to prepare for outreach to your State Representative’s and State Senator’s offices\, staff that you might speak with\, and how to engage in a lobbying discussion with your legislator or staff member. Other forms of advocacy such as letter writing\, submitting testimony\, editorial letters\, media campaigns and grass roots advocacy will also be discussed. This session will include a presentation and time for questions. \nThis session is hosted by League of Women Voters of Massachusetts.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/learn-the-skills-of-advocacy-understanding-and-influencing-your-government/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T103000
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SUMMARY:Senate Simulation: Pathways to Citizenship
DESCRIPTION:Students will consider different proposals and build a bill that defines a pathway to citizenship for immigrant populations. \nGrade 4-8 classes are invited to join the Kennedy Institute for an hour-long virtual legislative simulation program\, Pathways to Citizenship. Working together as Senators\, students will consider different proposals and build a bill that defines a pathway to citizenship for immigrant populations. \nThis session is organized by the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/senate-simulation-pathways-to-citizenship/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T140000
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SUMMARY:Zoom with a Judge (Grades 3-5)
DESCRIPTION:Live\, interactive\, virtual event for students to engage with judges in thinking about justice and how the justice system works! \nThis session will be a live\, interactive\, virtual event for your students to engage with two inspirational judges in thinking about justice and how the justice system works! \nThis session is organized by Discovering Justice.
URL:https://civiclearningweek.org/event/zoom-with-a-judge-grades-3-5-4/
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