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Spread the word! The #CivXNow System Map is available! Check it out here: https://www.civxnow.org/systems-map

Americans came through in a big way for civics. With over 7,200 respondents, the #CivXNow System Map uncovered 3 key catalysts levers for change. Take a look at the findings here: https://www.civxnow.org/systems-map

Use the #CivXNow System Map to gain insight into the causes of poor civic education and the key catalysts for change. Are your assumptions about civic education true? Here’s what 7,200 respondents had to say: https://www.civxnow.org/systems-map

Our first job is citizen, so why aren't our schools preparing us? Find out what over 7,200 respondents said about it and read their solutions. Take a look at the #CivXNow System Map: https://www.civxnow.org/systems-map

#TeacherPD can help! Respondents overwhelmingly named teacher support as an avenue for improved civic knowledge in schools. Read more about this and other suggestions in the #CivXNow System Map: https://www.civxnow.org/systems-map

Is civic education the way to improve our nation’s civic health? Find out what over 7,200 respondents said about it and read their solutions. Take a look at the #CivXNow System Map: https://www.civxnow.org/systems-map

We must fund civic education! Respondents saw funding as one of the greatest factors for improving civic education. Use the #CivXNow System Map to urge decision-makers in your school, district, and state to prioritize civic education. https://www.civxnow.org/systems-map

Improving civic education is as easy as 1, 2, 3! 1) Change minds, 2) Make it engaging and relevant, 3) Hold schools accountable. Learn more about these key catalysts for change and how to make civic education a priority with the #CivXNow System Map. https://www.civxnow.org/systems-map

Is your school preparing students for an informed and active civic life? Are you passionate about making a change? Add your voice! Sign the #CivXNow Pledge. Together we can make civic education a priority for all students: https://www.civxnow.org/pledge

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Spread the word! The #CivXNow System Map is available! Find out what over 7,200 respondents had to say about the causes, solutions, and next steps to improve the state of civic education in the United States. Check it out here: https://www.civxnow.org/systems-map

How do we get youth to become engaged voters and responsible citizens? The #CivXNow System Map suggests that youth would be more civically engaged if schools made civics a priority. Read more about this and other suggestions here: https://www.civxnow.org/systems-map

The #CivXNow System Map suggests that better K12 civics would improve the civic climate for all Americans (including adults). Use the #CivXNow System Map to gain insight into the causes of poor civic education and the key catalysts for change. Are your assumptions about civic education true? Learn more about what over 7,200 respondents had to say: https://www.civxnow.org/systems-map

Respondents saw funding as one of the greatest factors for improving civic education. Use this data to empower your advocacy! Encourage the decision-makers in your school, in your district, in your state to prioritize civic education. https://www.civxnow.org/systems-map

Do you believe in healthy civic debate? Civics must teach students to do what Americans are arguably worst at doing right now: engaging in productive and civil disagreements on current issues. Read more about this and other suggestions in the #CivXNow System Map: https://www.civxnow.org/systems-map

We can’t leave our educators without a safety net… Respondents overwhelmingly supported professional development for teachers as an avenue to drive better civics for students, and ultimately, improve youth knowledge. Read more about this and other suggestions in the #CivXNow System Map: https://www.civxnow.org/systems-map

“Every class of people should know and love the laws. This knowledge should be diffused by means of schools and newspapers; and an attachment to the laws may be formed by early impressions upon the mind.” (Noah Webster, On the Education of Youth in America 1788) How strongly do the schools in your community embrace their civic missions? Sign the #CivXNow Pledge. Together we can make civic education a priority for all students: https://www.civxnow.org/pledge

“Children should be taught the usual branches of learning... the history and transactions of their own country; the principles of liberty and government.” (Noah Webster, On the Education of Youth in America 1788) Our first job is citizen, so why aren't our schools preparing us? Sign the #CivXNow Pledge. Together we can make civic education a priority for all students: https://www.civxnow.org/pledge

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We are excited to present the #CivXNow System Map to the public! Over 7,200 demographically diverse respondents weighed in on a two phase process to uncover whether they felt civic education was adequate and provided solutions. The resulting map serves as a tool for understanding the root causes of poor civic education in our country and key catalysts for change. The success of the research would not have happened without the support of funders Carnegie Corporation, Hewlett Foundation, and McCormick Foundation; Peter Levine and his colleague Sarah Shugars; and the dissemination efforts of the coalition of 70 civic learning providers, philanthropic leaders, academics, civics research experts, and other supporters.

According to iCivics Executive Director and #CivXNow Coalition leader Louise Dubé, “The map underscores that we must change how society values civic engagement”. This research supports the notion that civics must become relevant in schools and funding must be allocated to ensure the longevity of the field. Read the full press release here. We encourage you to check it out the #CivXNow System Map here. Share the findings and join the discussion on social media using the hashtag #CivXNow.