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  • CREATE Newsletter – September 2024
    September 11, 2024 by

    September Newsletter Issue 16 I. CREATE News and Updates 2024 Civic Learning Symposium Governor Holcomb Signs SB211: Excellence in Civic Engagement Teacher Spotlight: XXXXXXXXXXX Enhancing Civic Education Through Camp Adventure II. Opportunities for Teachers and Students Introducing the Civic Badge Program Looking Ahead: 2024/2025 School Year Featured Destination: Indiana Statehouse MCS Teachers Invited to Participate […]

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  • 2024 Civic Learning Symposium Information
    August 8, 2024 by

    The 2024 Civic Learning Symposium will be held September 27th (4-9pm) and September 28 (9am – 2pm) at the Ball State University L.A. Pittenger Student Center. Directions to the Student Center are located HERE. Dress is casual. Dinner on Friday and Lunch on Saturday are provided. A complete schedule is located All participating MCS teachers […]

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  • 2024 Civic Learning Symposium Schedule
    August 6, 2024 by

    2024 Civic Learning Symposium The Center for Economic and Civic Learning at Ball State hosts an annual Civic Learning Symposium. This event serves as a focal point for faculty, educators, and community members to come together, share insights, and explore innovative approaches to civic education and engagement. EDUCATION, DIALOGUE, & DELIBERATION IN OUR DEMOCRACY —Friday, […]

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  • CREATE Newsletter – August 2024
    August 3, 2024 by

    August 2024 Back to School Special Welcome Back! As the new school year begins, we hope you had a restful and rejuvenating summer. We’re excited to share the highlights from our Summer Civic Learning Academy and give you a glimpse of what’s to come in the 2024/2025 school year. Issue 15 I. CREATE News and […]

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  • 2024 SCLA Week-2
    July 14, 2024 by

    Summer Civic Learning Academy: Week 2 The 2024 Summer Civic Learning Academy (SCLA) hosted by the Center for Economic and Civic Learning at Ball State, as part of the project was completed by 13 teachers from six Muncie Community Schools (MCS) who teach various grade levels, with experience ranging from 3 years to over 10 […]

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  • 2024 SCLA Week-1
    July 4, 2024 by

    Summer Civic Learning Academy: Week 1 The 2024 Summer Civic Learning Academy (SCLA) hosted by the Center for Economic and Civic Learning at Ball State, as part of the CREATE project was completed by 13 teachers from six Muncie Community Schools (MCS) who teach various grade levels, with experience ranging from 3 years to over […]

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  • Muncie Central High – Civics Day
    May 10, 2024 by

    Muncie Central High School devoted Friday, April 19, to a wide variety of Civics Day activities that fostered students’ appreciation. Civics Day at Muncie Central High School on Apr. 19, 2024. Photo by Samantha Blankenship / Ball State University of community engagement, civic processes, and the people who commit themselves to government and public safety. […]

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  • CREATE Newsletter – May 2024
    May 10, 2024 by

    Issue 14 I. CREATE News and Updates School Year 2023-2024: A Very Good Year Civics Day at MCHS North View at Conner Prairie EWA & the Underground Railroad Frankenstein Essay Contest Winners Teacher Spotlight: Nathan Earle II. Opportunities for Teachers and Students Featured Destination: Heekin Park Public Defender Classroom Visits Professional Development Calendar Civics Trivia […]

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  • North View Elementary Conner Prairie Field Trip
    May 3, 2024 by

    North View Elementary Conner Prairie Field Trip The kindergarten team at North View Elementary created a unique opportunity for to participate in the engaging activities at Conner Prairie. We ventured out to the 1836 Prairietown, the Lenape Indian Camp and Animal Encounters on April 18, 2024. The students were excited and engaged in the many […]

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  • CREATE Newsletter – April 2024
    April 14, 2024 by

    IN THIS ISSUE Issue 13 I. CREATE News and Updates Civics Day Muncie Public Library Indiana Civics Bee Teacher Spotlight: Rhonda Ward PGP Summary Letters MCHS Senior Trip to WDC, NYC Field Trips to Indianapolis The Oscar Goes to…Julie Snider! II. Opportunities for Teachers and Students Featured Destination: Charles W. Brown Planetarium Upcoming Paid PD […]

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