Last chance for the 2025 Mock Election

Almost 3,000 students across the Commonwealth are signed up to vote in the PA Youth Mock Election before the general public cast their ballots on November 4th. The Mock Election features the three State Supreme Court retention elections, plus statewide appellate and local court races. And if your municipality or county has a local office up for election, our ballot will have that too.

C70 provides sample ballots, instructions, and options to report your totals. Sign up to get your materials before Nov. 4.

$5,000 stipends for America 250 projects

The Jack Miller Center is announcing an exciting opportunity for teachers. JMC is awarding one teacher in every state a $5,000 grant to carry out a special civics project next year related to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The Teaching America250 Awards will enable teachers to develop educational projects, field trips, or events to engage students in the semiquincentennial and the principles of the Declaration. To read more about the grant, see their press release.

The application form is now open and will close on November 16. If you have any questions, please email teaching250@gojmc.org.

Young Heroes Nominations from NLM

The National Liberty Museum’s Young Heroes Awards recognize young people (18 or under) who have championed liberty through their civic actions.

Each year, the Museum celebrates the inspiring achievements of young people who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to advancing civic responsibility in their communities. This program recognizes individuals who have taken action, whether through advocacy, volunteerism, innovation, creative expression, or leadership, to address issues and create positive change.

Submit a nomination today for the 2025 Young Heroes Award by clicking the button below. 

Just a few spaces left for the PA Civics Forum

There are just a few spaces remaining for the PA Civics Educator Forum on November 13th at Marywood University in Dunmore, just outside of Scranton. This year's theme: “Teaching America’s 250th Anniversary: Understanding Our Past, Shaping What’s Next.” Check out the presentation lineup and schedule and then register (it's free!) to save your spot.

Food, Act 48 credit, and take-home resources will be provided to all attendees.