Building Belonging: Cultivating Upstanding Citizens for a Thriving Democracy
This leadership institute for school, district and community leaders will focus on the role that schools play in preparing students to participate as informed, ethical, and empowered civic actors in our democracy. This event will be hosted in-person.
About this event:
Multi-Session
Our multi-session professional learning series are designed for in-depth exploration of themes and topics that help educators strengthen their skills and competencies. Session information is included in the event details.
Instructor-Led
This professional learning event will be led by Facing History staff. When you register, you will receive instructions for how to attend the event.
This event qualifies for Certificate of Completion.
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Goals for this leadership institute
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Introduce educators to Facing History’s approach to civic education
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Introduce and model approaches and strategies for fostering civil discourse that support adolescent development in engaging with complex history and contemporary events
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Introduce participants to the school and district models of partnership with Facing History
This institute for school, district and community leaders will focus on the role that in- and out-of-school educators play in preparing youth to participate as informed, ethical, and empowered civic actors in our democracy. At a time of rising threats to democracy in the United States and around the world, the civic mission of education is more important than ever. We will explore the interdisciplinary nature of civics and how each of us can strengthen democracy and civic agency across the curriculum in our schools and in our communities. We will provide educators and community leaders with resources to develop civic knowledge, skills and dispositions, foster a democratic culture and climate, cultivate youth voice, and increase civic agency.
This event will be hosted in-person at North High School Media Center.
Address: 501 Holcomb Ave. Des Moines, IA 50313
