Civic Education & Media Literacy

1+ day, 22+ hour ago   (348+ words) About 35% of Americans cannot name all three branches of government, and fewer than 10% can name all five rights protected by the First Amendment, according to a new survey exposing glaring gaps in basic civics knowledge. The annual Annenberg Constitution Day…...

4+ day, 13+ hour ago   (115+ words) The City of Madison is giving residents a chance to get a closer look at how local government works through its Fall 2026 Civic Awareness Academy. The six-week program will offer participants an inside look at city government, including the roles…...

5+ day, 1+ hour ago   (541+ words) Exterior view of the Baker School of Public Policy and Public Affairs Thousands of Tennessee students and educators will engage with the U.S. Constitution this fall through classroom resources, school programs, teacher training and public events led by the University of…...

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1+ week, 5+ day ago   (24+ words) Test your knowledge of the Cobb County court system with this quiz based on the Cobb County Explained series: This one about Probate Court...

2+ week, 3+ hour ago   (610+ words) September 6, 2026 by Frank Ikpefan, Abuja The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has warned contractors and consultants handling the National Library of Nigeria project against further delays and substandard work. The minister warned that those who fail to meet agreed…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (216+ words) Middle and high school students will have an opportunity to take a closer look at local government and develop leadership skills through a new session of College Park’s Youth Civic Advisory Board. College Park Councilwoman Dr. Jamelle McKenzie has opened…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (748+ words) American Canyon Citizens Academy participants from 2025 holding their certificates in front of the Mikolajcik Center. This fall, American Canyon will continue a more than 10-year program designed to give residents a hands-on understanding of how local government works. The free…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (185+ words) Jonesboro Sun Craighead County Courthouse Annex JONESBORO — In a world where information is key, the Craighead County Circuit Clerk’s Jonesboro office recently received an award that honors their work in providing accurate court records. Officials said Tuesday that…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago   (253+ words) If it’s been a while since you studied how governments in the U.S. are supposed to work, Trinity United Methodist Church is offering an opportunity to refresh your knowledge about the structure and operations of federal, state, and local government…...