Successful Student Mock Election

The nation is preparing for the 2016 presidential elections, and a group of six high school students are planning a schoolwide successful student mock election. Six Pelham High school students joined their teacher, April Cullom, to learn how to create a successful...

High School Students Must Pass a Civics Test

A new requirement that high school students must pass a civics test is being considered in several states. and is being implemented in North Dakota. Students will answer 1oo questions on a civics test this spring. North Dakota is the second state in the nation to...

Kids Want to Ban Hunting Drones

An interest in wildlife has made kids want to ban hunting drones, and they are taking part in a statewide project to learn about wildlife protection and civics by working on state legislation to do just that. The fifth grade class at Ladera Del Norte Elementary School...

Students Planting Sequoias

A group of high school students planting sequoias plans to make a lasting impact with landmark trees that will be enjoyed for generations. Throughout Lexington County South Carolina, the students are encouraging the spread of sequoia trees across being beneficial for...

A Resurgence of Civics Classes for Students

Despite continuing complaints about government, voting appears to have lost its appeal, resulting in a resurgence of civics classes for students in some districts. The results of a yearlong state study of civic learning in California highlighted som red flags that...