As the United States approaches its 250th Anniversary, the Trump administration is making it a priority to promote patriotism in schools across the nation.
On Wednesday, a partnership with Turning Point USA and more than 40 organizations was formed to promote civics education to young people.
According to Fox News, “Partners in the American 250 Civics Education Coalition include conservative groups such as PragerU, Hillsdale College, Moms for Liberty, and the America First Policy Institute.”
The Department of Education called it a “landmark initiative” that is “dedicated to renewing patriotism, strengthening civic knowledge and advancing a shared understanding of America’s founding principles in schools across the nation.”
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With oversight from Education Secretary Linda E. McMahon, the initiative aims to foster conversations about citizenship and America’s values.
McMahon said Wednesday that young Americans need to be equipped with an understanding of American history and values.
The U.S. Department of Education shared details of the initiative as well as the organizations who will be participating.
“With oversight from U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon and the Department, the AFPI-led coalition will spearhead nationwide initiatives to engage students, educators, and communities in conversations about liberty, citizenship, and America’s enduring values.”
“As America approaches 250 years since its founding, we are proud to announce this coalition to ensure every young American understands the beauty of our nation and is equipped with the civic knowledge required to contribute meaningfully to its future,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon.
“A country cannot survive if its values are forgotten by its people. More than ever, we need to restore the vitality of the American spirit, and this coalition will take bold steps to educate, inspire, and mobilize youth toward active and informed citizenship.”
“AFPI is proud to stand with the Department of Education and partner with over 40 best-in-class organizations to form this coalition,” said Interim President of the American First Policy Institute Greg Sindelar. “Together, we are building a movement that will ensure the next generation understands America’s founding principles and carries them forward with confidence and pride.”
“Turning Point USA, which includes Turning Point Education, is more resolved than ever to advance God-centered, virtuous education for students flourishing across our nation,” said Dr. Hutz H. Hertzberg, Chief Education Officer of Turning Point Education. “With that in mind, we are honored to partner with the distinguished organizations that comprise the America 250 Civics Education Coalition to restore, revive, and reclaim robust American civics education for all students throughout our country.”
“We celebrate Lincoln for his greatness in recalling the nation to the principles of its birth, the principles of the Declaration of Independence, the most beautiful political document in history,” said Dr. Larry Arnn, President of Hillsdale College. “It is time to repeat his work and the work of Jefferson and the Founders. We will work together to learn those principles, and for the love of them we will have a grand celebration.”
Coalition Executive Director Katie Gorka, Co-Chair Erika Donalds, and Co-Chair Dr. Ben Judge emphasized that the initiative represents a broad and united front of partners committed to making civics education engaging, accessible, and inspiring.
Executive Director Katie Gorka noted, “The America 250 Civics Education Coalition is about restoring patriotism by ensuring every American knows our history and treasures our freedoms.”
Co-Chair Erika Donalds added, “A free society depends on informed citizens, and civic knowledge must once again be at the heart of American education. Through this coalition, we are uniting to bring these lessons back to classrooms and communities and prepare future generations to safeguard our republic.”
Co-Chair Dr. Ben Judge said, “By reviving civic pride, we will prepare the next generation not only to celebrate America, but to safeguard its promise.”
Over the next twelve months, the coalition will unveil a robust programming agenda, including the Fundamental Liberties College Speaker Series and a 50-state speaking tour on college campuses nationwide.
America 250 Civics Education Coalition Partners include:
1776 Project Foundation
Alabama Policy Institute
Alliance Defending Freedom
Alumni Free Speech Alliance
America First Legal
American Center for Law & Justice
American Cornerstone Institute
American Legislative Exchange Council
American Moment
American Principles Project
Catholic Vote
Center for Education Reform
Center for Renewing America
Center for Urban Renewal
Claremont Institute
Commonwealth Foundation
Concerned Women for America
Conservative Partnership Institute
Constituting America
Council for National Policy
Eagle Forum
Faith and Freedom Coalition
First Liberty Counsel
First Liberty Institute
Goldwater Institute
Heritage Foundation
Hillsdale College
Intercollegiate Studies Institute for Education Reform
James Madison Institute
Job Creators Network
Leadership Institute
Moms for America
Moms for Liberty
National Association of Scholars
PragerU
Priests for Life
Religious Freedom Institute
Texas Public Policy Foundation
The Fund for American Studies
Turning Point USA
Woodson Center
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