Center for Economic and Civic Learning

Building lasting relationships and opportunities for learning that advance democracy, economic vitality and the public good.

Author: David J. Roof

  • CREATE’s Frankenstein Essay Contest
    March 14, 2024 by

    March is Women’s History Month, a time dedicated to honoring the contributions and achievements of women throughout history and in contemporary society. It’s a period for reflection, celebration, and education, acknowledging the role of women in shaping our world. CREATE celebrates the women who fought for suffrage, civil rights activists, as well as the influential […]

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  • CECL Celebrates New Civic Seal Legislation
    March 14, 2024 by

    Center for Economic and Civic Learning Celebrates Legislative Achievement in Civic Education In a significant stride toward enhancing civic education, the Center for Economic and Civic Learning (CECL) heralds the passage of the landmark legislation SB 211. The bill, which saw bipartisan support, was passed by the Indiana General Assembly on Friday, March 8, signaling […]

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  • CREATE Newsletter – March 2024
    March 13, 2024 by

    IN THIS ISSUE I.CREATE News and Updates Thank You, Dr. K! Women’s History Month Northside Titan is Civics Bee Finalist! Highlights from the IDEA Conference Muncie Central Students Visit the Statehouse Indiana Civic Health Report Indiana’s Civic Seal Indiana Civics Summit National History Day Indiana Teacher Spotlight: Hannah George II.Opportunities for Teachers and Students Civic […]

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  • We the People: Curriculum and Competitions
    March 5, 2024 by

    CREATE will host a one-hour PD session on Zoom with Tim Kalgreen of the Indiana Bar Foundation that is open to both teachers and students. The session will both inform teachers about curricula and support development of MCS middle and high school teams that will compete in Indiana We the People competitions. The Citizen and […]

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  • CREATE Newsletter – February 2024
    February 17, 2024 by

    CREATE Newsletter – February 2024 – Issue 11 In This Issue I.CREATE News and Updates Celebrating Black History Month with Music, History, and Community Empowering Future Leaders: CREATE, MCS, and Camp Adventure Partnership EWA Goes to the Indianapolis Museum of Art American Flags for Muncie Classrooms CREATE Teacher Profile: Jewel Farris II.Opportunities for Teachers and […]

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  • Cardinals Vote! Information
    February 4, 2024 by

    Indiana Resident Students: Register to Vote. Take the ALL IN Pledge to Vote Check Your Indiana Voter Status, Poll Location and More! Key Info for Indiana Voters Registration Deadline — 29 days before the election. Your state voter ID number is your ten digit Indiana issued driver’s license number. If you do not possess an […]

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  • Cardinals Vote! 2024 Button Design Contest
    February 4, 2024 by

    Do you have a passion for democracy and creativity? The Center for Economic and Civic Learning is thrilled to announce the 2024 Button Design Contest,” and we want YOU to be a part of it! This contest was designed by the Ball State’s 2024 Democracy Fellows. Design Your Way to Promote Democracy! Contest Details: • […]

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  • A Discussion on Math & Civics
    January 31, 2024 by

    Professional Development Announcement from CREATE! Please Join Us for a Discussion on Math Education & Civics with Alison Strole Wednesday, February 21st 4:15 – 5:15 pm Meet Alison Strole: a celebrated middle school math teacher at Hamilton Southeastern, is making waves in education with her innovative teaching strategies. Her remarkable work was featured in Education […]

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  • CREATE Professional Development Calendar
    January 27, 2024 by

    2/21/2024 CREATE: Math and Civics + survey 2/23/2024 Frederick Douglass Jazz Works at Pruis Hall (public program) 3/13/2024 CREATE: Indiana Bar Foundation, Topic TBA + survey 4/8/2024 CREATE: English and Civics + survey 5/21/2024 CREATE: Managing Disagreements and Controversies + survey 6/5-7/2024 2024 Civic Learning and Democratic Engagement Meeting 6/17-27/2024 CREATE: Summer Civics Learning Academy […]

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