HISTORICAL FACTS: Icivics | History Defined

At 250, the Declaration of Independence Still Sparks Hard Questions in Class

History teachers across the U.S. are working to make the nation's founding documents relevant as the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence approaches

The Independent UK · May 7

Civics education is crucial to getting young people engaged in democracy

The late Sandra Day O’Connor spoke often about the importance of civics education. Encouraging democratic participation and civic learning among students is essential, two political science professors write.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 27, 2023

Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor honored for extraordinary legacy

Discover the heartfelt and humorous tribute to Sandra Day O'Connor, a remarkable woman who loved her family, the law, and making a difference in the world.

Top News · Dec 19, 2023

Commentary: Living the learned experience of bridging differences

When I was 8, my family and I immigrated to the United States from Iran. It goes without saying that neither my older brother nor I learned the intricacies of democracy in Iranian schools—quite the opposite. If I hadn’t immigrated, chances are that I would have, like so many others,…

Tribune News Service · Apr 11, 2023