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[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=”20″][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion style=”outline” color=”blue” spacing=”15″ c_align=”left” active_section=”50″ no_fill=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”General Connecticut Social Studies Resources” tab_id=”1732226026100-d37f51bd-9e09″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72876″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Connecticut Elementary and Secondary Social Studies Standards<\/a><\/strong>
\nConnecticut adopted its first K-12 social studies standards in October 2023. Developed by teachers with public input and state legislative direction, these standards provide guidance for social studies instruction.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72878″ img_size=”full” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Connecticut Model Curriculum for Social Studies<\/a><\/strong>
\nThe Connecticut Model Curriculum for Social Studies is available through GoOpen and provides curriculum leaders and teachers with ideas for curriculum design aligned to Connecticut’s K-12 Standards.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72880″ img_size=”full” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Social Studies and Civics Resources<\/a><\/strong>
\nThe State Department of Education has compiled resources for teaching civics, history, and other social studies disciplines.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72879″ img_size=”full” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Connecticut Council for the Social Studies<\/a><\/strong>
\nThe Connecticut Council for the Social Studies advocates and builds capacity for high-quality social studies by providing leadership, services, and support to educators.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”75251″ img_size=”full” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]How to Use the Connecticut General Assembly Website<\/a><\/strong>
\nAre you looking to get your students interested in Connecticut’s proposed legislation? The Connecticut General Assembly (CGA) website is a great place for students to learn about and track bills being proposed in the Connecticut House\u00a0 of Representatives and Senate. This resource also explores how to create a Bill Tracker account and get updates on bills of interest. Click here<\/a> for a video, which is also in the slide show, that demonstrates how to use the CGA website.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What Is Civics?” tab_id=”1711646281346-c4b85086-6856″][vc_column_text]Connecticut students, teachers, civics experts and practitioners, and government officials answer questions about the importance of civics.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/nAe3thL_bB0?si=2xUn89EkQ8pxL2np”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/GFBIy9527sE?si=B4Fxszz3YGh8o6VI”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/lRw1846rm48?si=6WtuX2XsNyiZc6_8″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/dl_lzlLsaTs?si=C8rhl5fHVLHi6N7-“][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/xV0KImswHKc?si=a0ESpPVmVjwncKeY”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/Tl2CsWpv8YU?si=jHV5f0gHWRLTDlfP” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/r9YYtl5AjeU?si=xyfTWfazAB0zWcMI”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/IdTIuczt0so?si=fCaqP0NQNCkC3ST5″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/1dBH1xSUsQU?si=JaZ8NWRdiyRyxIDn”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/CFAd-i8hTBs?si=wV84zPpZ76ngbHpS”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/Fwebf7eRo3g?feature=shared” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/LkIwDhimlAU?si=uhlvCvb_CV6uSd4w”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][vc_btn title=”Watch more videos!” color=”primary” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2F%40ctdemocracycenter709%2Fplaylists|target:_blank”][vc_empty_space][vc_separator][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72882″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]The Power of Civics<\/a><\/strong>
\nThe Power of Civics from Connecticut\u2019s Office of the Secretary of the State provides information on how people can be informed and involved in their communities.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Websites and Online Resources” tab_id=”1711648975541-3ca8f6be-9e66″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”22975″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Civic Engagement Initiatives and Resources<\/a>\u00a0(all ages)
\n<\/strong>The Office of the Secretary of the State offers free civic engagement and education resources for students and adults of all ages.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72880″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Social Studies and Civics Resources (all grades)<\/a>
\n<\/strong>The State Department of Education has compiled resources for teaching civics, history, and other social studies disciplines.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65656″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Civic Learning Week – Connecticut Resources<\/a> (all grades)
\n<\/strong>Civic Learning Week is an annual, national effort to further energize the movement for civic education. The Connecticut Democracy Center is a proud partner and supporter of Civic Learning Week and offered a variety of virtual and in-person civics programs and exhibits for all audiences from March 11-16, 2024.<\/p>\n

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[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65662″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Connecticut Network (CT-N)<\/a>\u00a0(all ages)
\n<\/strong>CT-N is Connecticut\u2019s source for complete and balanced television and webcast coverage of state government and public policy. Your students can see their state government in action by watching live and recorded legislative sessions, committee meetings, public hearings, press briefings, Supreme Court oral arguments, and more.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65644″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Videos about state government<\/a>\u00a0(all ages)
\n<\/strong>The Connecticut Democracy Center and its Connecticut’s Kid Governor\u00ae program offer free videos from state officials explaining their roles within state government.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”10629″ img_size=”full”][vc_single_image image=”65663″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Teach It CT<\/a>\u00a0(grades K-12)
\n<\/strong>A project of CT Humanities, Teach It helps Connecticut teachers bring Connecticut history into the classroom through inquiry-based activities. The following civics resources were created by the Connecticut Democracy Center in partnership with Connecticut teachers:<\/p>\n

Empowering Students\u2019 \u201cCivic Voices\u201d in Local and State Government (Elementary)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Empowering Students\u2019 \u201cCivic Voices\u201d in Local and State Government (Middle\/High)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Government is People: Creating a Symposium of Local Government Speakers (Elementary)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Government is People: Creating a Symposium of Local Government Speakers (Middle\/High)<\/a><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65633″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Capitol Information & Tours\/League of Women Voters Resources\u00a0<\/a> (grades 3-12)
\n<\/strong>Explore free activities and classroom tools about how a bill becomes a law, contacting state legislators, the three branches of state government, voting rights, and more.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65634″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Civic Literacy Resources (all ages)<\/strong><\/a>
\nThe State Library’s Division of Library Development supports Civic\/Social Literacy so that Connecticut citizens will have the knowledge and skills they need to improve their lives, participate and contribute effectively in their communities, and connect with one another through dialogue.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65685″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]iCivics<\/a> (all grades)
\n<\/strong>iCivics was founded by Justice Sandra Day O\u2019Connor in 2009 to ensure that all Americans have the knowledge and will to participate in our unique experiment in self-government.\u00a0Since then, iCivics has become the nation\u2019s premier non-profit civic education provider of high-quality, non-partisan, engaging, and free resources to more than 9 million students annually, in all 50 states.\u00a0iCivics’ first-of-its-kind digital civic library includes more than 260 curricular resources, digital literacy tools, professional learning materials, and educational video games.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65687″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Local Civic Health: A Guide to Building Community and Bridging Divides<\/a>
\n<\/strong>This document, produced by New Hampshire Listens and designed by Laurel Lloyd at the Carsey School of Public Policy at the University of New Hampshire, is intended to help you create a plan of action for collecting civic health information, and can be a guiding charter to refer back to. Some of the categories below require deeper conversation, and when they do we have marked this with some tools to help you have those conversations.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65670″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Braver Angels<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Braver Angels is leading the nation\u2019s largest cross-partisan, volunteer-led movement to bridge the partisan divide.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65679″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]What Is a Community? – Lesson for Kids<\/a>
\n<\/strong>“Communities can be as small as a single family or as big as everyone on the planet. Discover how they are made up of people with things in common, as well as differences, who work together.”[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72883″ img_size=”full” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Civicly<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Civicly (for iPhones\/iPads) was created by a Civics teacher and provides free, engaging, high-quality civic education. The Blog is available on any platform.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72884″ img_size=”full” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]C3 Teachers<\/a>
\n<\/strong>C3 Teachers provides K-12 inquiry-based lessons on a variety of social studies topics, with many inquiries based on civics.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72885″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Generation Citizen<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Generation Citizen strives to empower middle and high school students through project-based civics. They provide resources and toolkits to be used throughout the year and for Civics Day.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72886″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Facing History and Ourselves<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Facing History and Ourselves provides resources that provide opportunities where students explore, learn, and participate and, ultimately, develop informed civic responsibility.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72889″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]The Civics Collection<\/a>
\n<\/strong>The Civics Collection on PBS LearningMedia is designed to help teach middle and high school students about American citizenship, our constitutional democracy, and the complexities of our government and empower them as young citizens with a robust set of media-rich educational resources.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72888″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]The National Constitution Center<\/a>
\n<\/strong>The National Constitution Center has a multitude of resources, including an interactive Constitution<\/a> to learn about the text, history, and meaning of the U.S. Constitution.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72887″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Civics Renewal Network<\/a>
\n<\/strong>The Civics Renewal Network is an alliance of 37 nonprofit, nonpartisan organizations that provide free online classroom resources for civics education.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Place-Based Civic Learning Field Trips and Programs” tab_id=”1711646281370-bdffbe2b-01c9″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/live\/ud-Db8qH474?si=oRVxDI90iu8ZBuJH&t=170″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]From the Classroom to the Capital City: Place-Based Civic Learning in Hartford<\/strong><\/a>
\n<\/strong>Watch this March 2024 panel discusstion to learn about the unique place-based experiences for students and the public at Connecticut’s Old State House, the State Capitol, the Supreme Court, the State Library, and the Museum of Connecticut History.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65534″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]School Programs at Connecticut\u2019s Old State House<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(grades K-12)
\n<\/strong>Located in downtown Hartford, Connecticut\u2019s Old State House served as one of Connecticut\u2019s state capitols from 1796 to 1878 and Hartford City Hall from 1878-1915. Beautifully restored and preserved, this museum and civic space was declared one of the first National Historic Landmarks in 1960. Immerse your students in civics and history with a school program at Connecticut\u2019s Old State House! To book a school program, OSHschools@cga.ct.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n

We offer three admission and bus discount programs for Connecticut students through a grant from the U.S. Department of Education supporting the Civics Education for Connecticut Students<\/a> collaboration between five museums, and from the Scripps Family Fund.<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65633″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Tours of the State Capitol<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(all ages)<\/strong>
\nVisit the Connecticut State Capitol, a National Historic Landmark and one of the most beautiful capitols in the country. Capitol Information and Tours offers free one-hour tours for children in grades four and above. This is the perfect enrichment activity in conjunction with studies of government, architecture, and history. To book a tour, email Capitol.Tours@cga.ct.gov<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65635″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Visit the Museum of Connecticut History at the State Library<\/a>\u00a0(all ages)
\n<\/strong>A visit to the Museum of Connecticut History lets students discover the events, personalities and objects that have helped shape our state, local and national history. A museum staff member, if available, will greet your group in the museum and provide a brief orientation for your group.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65636″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Tour the Connecticut Supreme Court<\/a>\u00a0(all ages)
\n<\/strong>The External Affairs Division of the Connecticut Judicial Branch provides tours of the Supreme Court courtroom from Monday through Friday during regular business hours. To request a tour, email external.affairs@jud.ct.gov<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”70146″ img_size=”full” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Civics Education for Connecticut Students project<\/a> (grades K-5)
\n<\/strong>Five different institutions are proud to offer free and discounted programs for K-5 students that introduce civics, community, and government to young learners through engaging and accessible experiences. As sites and keepers of history, these museums draw on our collective past to engage students with the past, present, and future. Our educators will help your students get excited about the potential and possibilities of civic life in the museum and in the classroom. Funding is provided by the U.S. Department of Education.<\/p>\n

Participating museums: Connecticut Democracy Center in residence at Connecticut\u2019s Old State House (Hartford), Connecticut Museum of Culture and History (Hartford), Fairfield Museum and History Center (Fairfield), Mystic Seaport Museum (Mystic), The Mark Twain House & Museum (Hartford).<\/p>\n

To learn about field trip opportunities at these museums, read the Civics Education for Connecticut Students booklet<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65636″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Court Aide Program<\/a>\u00a0(grades 9-12)
\n<\/strong>High schoolers can: learn about the Judicial Branch and the services it provides; complete school-mandated requirements for graduation; contribute to the community; gain valuable experience and references; further explore career interests and vocational skills.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65636″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Job Shadow Program<\/a>\u00a0(grades 9-12)
\n<\/strong>The Job Shadow Program is designed to provide an opportunity for high school students to explore career interests and vocational skills by \u201cshadowing\u201d a Judicial Branch employee during a workday. Students are matched with a mentor at a location as near as possible to their school.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Classroom-Based Civic Learning Programs” tab_id=”1711647879958-b7540750-1ef8″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65644″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Connecticut\u2019s Kid Governor\u00ae<\/a>\u00a0(grade 5)<\/strong>
\nThe Connecticut Democracy Center\u2019s award-winning civics program for 5th graders, Kid Governor\u00ae offers free civics lesson plans, videos, a traveling exhibit, and other resources for learning about state government, elections, and civic participation. Many resources can be adapted for other grades! Email info@CT.KidGovernor.org<\/a>\u00a0for access to additional resources including Bitmoji classrooms.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65646″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]We The People: The Citizen and the Constitution<\/a>\u00a0(grades 6-12)
\n<\/strong>We The People promotes civic knowledge and engagement among upper elementary and secondary students. Utilizing innovative materials developed by the Center for Civic Education, an entire class works in cooperative teams to prepare and present statements on six units before a panel of judges acting as a congressional committee at a state-level competition. The Connecticut Democracy Center is the state affiliate of the We The People program.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65648″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Connecticut Democracy Center Debate Tournament<\/a>\u00a0(grades 6-12)
\n<\/strong>Debate Tournament hosts competitive interscholastic team policy debate tournaments for middle and high school students focused on a Connecticut topic. Participants use their research to develop both negative and affirmative arguments, learn to cross-examine their opposition, and listen attentively in order to rebut their opponent\u2019s arguments. Participation improves public speaking skills, ability to analyze issues and resources, and expertise in using evidence to support arguments.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65649″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]CT History Day<\/a>\u00a0(grades 6-12)
\n<\/strong>An affiliate program of National History Day, CT History engages thousands of middle- and high-school students in historical research, interpretation, and creative expression through project-based learning. Access free student and educator resources![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65636″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Civics Academy<\/a>\u00a0(grades 4-6)
\n<\/strong>The Civics Academy is a group of judges and attorneys who have been specially trained to deliver civics education to elementary-aged students. The Academy visits elementary school classes from grades 4 to 6 to present a 50-minute lesson plan that has been developed to help young students understand their role in our society.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65636″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Judicial Branch Speakers Bureau<\/a>\u00a0(all ages)
\n<\/strong>The Speakers Bureau maintains a panel of Judges and other court officials interested in speaking to community audiences on a wide range of court-related topics.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”75489″ img_size=”full” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]The World Affairs Council of Connecticut: Model United Nations<\/a> (grades 9-12)
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Our world is increasingly globalized. Through the Model UN, direct access to the world’s leaders and experts, and leadership development, we are equipping over 1200 Connecticut students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to thrive. The World Affairs Council of Connecticut (CTWAC) Model United Nations (MUN) engages high school students in international affairs and develops students\u2019 critical thinking, leadership, confidence and problem-solving skills, leading to success in their future school and careers. Through participating in Model UN, students emerge as leaders, having been exposed to critical global issues and international perspectives and incorporating their own creative and innovative ways of looking at the world. They develop skills in communication, problem-solving, and leadership, while learning to cooperatively discuss and resolve broad issues.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65688″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Civic Life Project<\/a>
\n<\/strong>The Civic Life Project teaches digital storytelling and documentary filmmaking as a tool for civic education, helping students creatively examine how laws, policies, and systems impact their daily lives.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65686″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Generation Citizen<\/a> (grades 8-12)
\n<\/strong>Through hands-on civic education, legislative advocacy and coalition building, and youth leadership development, Generation Citizen teaches young people how to have a voice and become active citizens in their communities.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72891″ img_size=”full” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Democracy in Action<\/a>
\n<\/strong>A collaboration between the National Council for the Social Studies and Civic Life Project, Democracy in Action empowers students to create short documentaries on issues they care about, showcase their films to their communities, and ignite dialogue and civic action![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65685″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]iCivics<\/a> (all grades)
\n<\/strong>iCivics was founded by Justice Sandra Day O\u2019Connor in 2009 to ensure that all Americans have the knowledge and will to participate in our unique experiment in self-government.\u00a0Since then, iCivics has become the nation\u2019s premier non-profit civic education provider of high-quality, non-partisan, engaging, and free resources to more than 9 million students annually, in all 50 states.\u00a0iCivics’ first-of-its-kind digital civic library includes more than 260 curricular resources, digital literacy tools, professional learning materials, and educational video games.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Books” tab_id=”1711657471735-d2ebf28b-609a”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65634″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Civics Book Kits<\/strong><\/a>
\nSchools can check out a Kid Governor\u00ae Civics Book Kit from the Connecticut State Library to supplement instruction.\u00a0 Each kit comes with a selection of books that relate to the theme, as well as a discussion guide with questions specific to select titles and general discussion questions for the topic. Books in these kits are appropriate for elementary school-aged children.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65674″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Kid Governor\u00ae Library (grade 5)<\/a>
\n<\/strong>The Kid Governor\u00ae Library is a curated list of civics books that enable you to link reading and civics. The books are organized into three topic areas: Government, Elections & Voting \u2013 Leadership \u2013 Civic Engagement. We also have a bonus section with books by and about Kid Governors. The books have been recommended by Kid Governor\u00ae staff and participating teachers.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65675″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Civics for Kids<\/a>\u00a0(all grades)
\n<\/strong>The Children’s Trust offers tools – including recommended books – for parents, teachers and caregivers to help children gain the civic knowledge to become effective advocates.<\/p>\n

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[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”72917″ alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” css=”” link=”https:\/\/daveeggers.net\/what-can-a-citizen-do”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”72916″ alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” css=”” link=”https:\/\/www.hachettebookgroup.com\/titles\/laurie-krasny-brown\/democracy-for-dinosaurs\/9780316534567\/?lens=little-brown-books-for-young-readers”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”72915″ alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” css=”” link=”https:\/\/mirandapaul.com\/speak-up\/”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Videos” tab_id=”1711658248218-a8fa7062-8731″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65656″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/live\/nnclqokN308?si=D5b7OoEeu2VxVQmF&t=155″][vc_column_text]Educate, Empower, Engage: A Conversation on the Lasting Impact of Civic Education<\/strong><\/a>
\nSecretary of the State Stephanie Thomas, Commissioner of Education Charlene Russell-Tucker, and Connecticut\u2019s first-ever Kid Governor Elena Tipton (2016) explore civic education and engagement in Connecticut and share their own civic journeys.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65644″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/LcjC-yuzBGU”][vc_column_text]Connecting with Connecticut\u2019s Leaders \u2013 the Three Branches of State Government<\/strong><\/a>
\nState Treasurer Erick Russell, State Representative Hilda Santiago, and Judge Dennis Eveleigh answer student questions about their jobs and how Connecticut\u2019s three branches of state government work together.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”75251″ img_size=”full” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/pBfexsAZL2A” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]How to Use the Connecticut General Assembly’s Website and Bill Tracking Tools<\/strong><\/a>
\nJennifer Vienneau, Red, White & Blue Schools Coordinator, explains how to navigate the Connecticut General Assembly’s website, resources, and bill tracking tools.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65534″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/DJnUkP31HPg”][vc_column_text]Great Citizenship: Building a Better Connecticut)<\/a>
\n<\/strong>A Town Hall Meeting at Connecticut\u2019s Old State House featuring nationally-renowned speaker and author Eric Liu. \u2018Great Citizenship\u2019 reviews the insights of state residents\u2019 social behavior toward their neighbors, communities, and government, which were revealed in Connecticut\u2019s Civic Health Index Report.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72919″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/0B0dzoL9Xas?feature=shared” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Citizen Nation: Civic Skills<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Citizen Nation is a collection of video clips from the PBS that empowers secondary students to participate confidently in civic life.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Engaging in Civil Discourse” tab_id=”1732230565102-b1c2ece7-d0df”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65534″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/i33EUFoSr1Q”][vc_column_text]Civil Discourse: Classroom Conversations for Stronger Communities<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Conversation is the key to building empathy and understanding. It\u2019s one of the most important tools in a teacher\u2019s 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, \u201cCivil Discourse: Classroom Conversations for Stronger Communities,\u201d he and co-author Nichelle Pinkney share their expertise and guidance to help educators facilitate difficult conversations in the classroom with courage and empathy.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72894″ img_size=”full” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Let\u2019s Talk<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Let\u2019s Talk, a guide from Learning for Justice, offers classroom-ready strategies teachers can use to plan discussions and to facilitate these conversations with students.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72888″ img_size=”full” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Constitutional Conversations and Civil Dialogue Toolkit<\/a>
\n<\/strong>The National Constitution Center’s Constitutional Conversations and Civil Dialogue Toolkit provides educators with suggestions on preparing students to engage in multi-sided conversations.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72886″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Fostering Civil Discourse<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Facing History & Ourselves’ Fostering Civil Discourse guide is designed to help teachers hold meaningful and productive conversations with their students about public policies, controversial issues, and current events[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72895″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Civil Discourse Toolkit<\/a>
\n<\/strong>The Center for Civic Education’s Civil Discourse Toolkit is designed for adult learners but can be adapted for use in the secondary classroom[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Resources and Activities for Students and Families” tab_id=”1732231686285-08ef879d-524f”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”22975″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Elections & Voting resources<\/a> (adults)
\n<\/strong>The Office of the Secretary of the State offers elections and voting resources for adults.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”109886″ img_size=”full” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Ms President US<\/a>
\n<\/strong>\u200bMs President US empowers 4th\u20138th grade girls with the confidence, knowledge, and skills to lead. Through mentorship, civic education, and hands-on experiences, Ms President US show girls that their voices matter and that they can shape their communities and even run for president one day.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”65534″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/oUY6OQBq7Gw”][vc_column_text css=””]Parents\u2019 Role in Citizenship<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Can a parent really make a difference in the community? A town hall-style meeting at the Old State House will explore why the answer is a resounding \u201cyes\u201d and how parents\u2013and any concerned person\u2013can get involved. Graduates of the Parent Leadership Training Institute (PLTI), a civics-training program of the Commission on Children, will tell how they learned the skills needed to be leaders on local school boards, town councils, philanthropic boards and even the state legislature.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72913″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Ben\u2019s Guide to the US Government<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Ben\u2019s Guide to the US Government, a program of the Government Publishing Office, has fun learning activities for all ages.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72912″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]60-Second Civics<\/a>
\n<\/strong>The Center for Civic Education’s 60-Second Civics daily podcast provides a quick and convenient way for listeners to learn about our nation\u2019s government, the Constitution, and our history. The podcast explores themes related to civics and government, the constitutional issues behind the headlines, and the people and ideas that formed our nation\u2019s history and government.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72910″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Compact Civics<\/a>
\n<\/strong>PBS’ Compact Civics is a 20-part series of non-partisan shorts that help citizens gain a better understanding of how government works. Host Cory McCants explains broad civics concepts in a fun and entertaining way.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Elections Resources” tab_id=”1732228268431-aeb78cba-7256″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”72881″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Resources about Connecticut Elections, Mock Elections, and Voting<\/a><\/strong>
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