<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Civic Education Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[Civiceducationcenter]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/news</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:23:38 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Civic Education Center Reaches More Than 530 Participants Through Civic Learning Programs in 2025–2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Civic Education Center (CEC) is proud to announce the impact of its 2025–2026 programs, which engaged more than 530 students, educators, administrators, and community partners through civic learning, leadership development, civil dialogue, educator professional development, and State Seal of Civic Engagement initiatives. Throughout the school year, CEC provided opportunities for students to move beyond learning about civic engagement and into practicing it. Through the Civic-Based...]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/civic-education-center-reaches-more-than-530-participants-through-civic-learning-programs-in-2025-20</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3056ca2e35c99df8d54a53</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:54:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36117d_d84a87f4338b497f9b03bd2ce66ba375~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Youth Leadership Spotlight:      Damian M.]]></title><description><![CDATA[From the Classroom to the National Stage The Civic Education Center is proud to recognize Youth Service Council President Damian M. for a remarkable year of achievement, leadership, and service. When Damian first joined the Civic Education Center three years ago, he was a quiet and reserved student who rarely sought the spotlight. Through participation in the Youth Service Council, civic learning experiences, civil dialogue programs, leadership development opportunities, and community service...]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/youth-leadership-spotlight-damian-m</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2767f5579005354a9d1ca0</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:12:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36117d_dd1e87df908d4f069c41c43e10804241~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_685,h_797,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Attendance Solution Schools May Be Overlooking:                     Civic Engagement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Across California, educators continue working to address one of the most persistent challenges facing schools today: chronic absenteeism. School districts have invested significant time and resources into attendance campaigns, family outreach, wellness initiatives, transportation solutions, and student support services. These efforts have helped improve attendance since the height of the pandemic, yet many schools continue searching for strategies that address a deeper question: Why do some...]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/the-attendance-solution-schools-may-be-overlooking-civic-engagement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a27461b4f1a881169521ce8</guid><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:01:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36117d_ca121fb8106a47868f82fb7ef3582791~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How High School Math Can Help Students Earn the California State Seal of Civic Engagement]]></title><description><![CDATA[For many students, math class can sometimes feel disconnected from the real world. Equations, graphs, statistics, and formulas often seem isolated from the issues students care about in their communities. But across California, educators are beginning to discover something powerful: math can become one of the strongest tools for civic engagement. Through intentional project-based learning and community-connected instruction, math classrooms can help students not only strengthen academic...]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/how-high-school-math-can-help-students-earn-the-california-state-seal-of-civic-engagement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a15bb932a9023e23334a0eb</guid><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 15:39:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36117d_60d08138fed540b4b0afa7c9227f4487~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raising the Next Generation of Stewards: Why Environmental Education and Civic Engagement Matter More Than Ever]]></title><description><![CDATA[Environmental education and civic engagement are no longer just enrichment programs — they are becoming survival skills for democracy and community resilience. For years, environmental education was treated as “science class” and civic engagement was treated as “government class.” But today, the two are deeply connected in ways that directly affect young people’s future, mental health, local communities, and even the stability of society itself. Here are some deeper angles and modern...]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/raising-the-next-generation-of-stewards-why-environmental-education-and-civic-engagement-matter-mor</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0b5006ff1c06f8d4a773bd</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:49:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36117d_1d7cedba63274e9bb0ffc1ab24076055~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr. Minkler and Morris will be presenting at Fresno State Satellite Student Union]]></title><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/dr-minkler-and-morris-will-be-presenting-at-fresno-state-satellite-student-union</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6971842061068570a94d45d8</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 01:58:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36117d_a8663fdb5a9343f89325bc253c569a89~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_701,h_339,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[America 250: Commemorating a Nation’s Journey—Together]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2026, the United States will mark a historic milestone: America 250 , the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. More than a birthday celebration, America 250 is a nationwide opportunity to reflect on who we are as a people, how far we’ve come, and—most importantly—where we are going together. At its core, America 250  commemorates the ideals that sparked the nation’s founding: liberty, equality, civic responsibility, and the ongoing pursuit of a more perfect...]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/america-250-commemorating-a-nation-s-journey-together</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6967b28a0d9b34c9e291ca39</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:24:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36117d_5c9ffbfa5b2443d79f7631b37ccf8a7e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_630,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Youth Summit Inspires Civic Leadership and Beloved Community Among Fresno County Students]]></title><description><![CDATA[On October 25–26, fifty students from 14 Fresno County schools gathered at Wonder Valley Ranch Resort for the annual Fresno County Youth Summit , hosted by the Civic Education Center . The two-day event brought together a diverse group of young leaders to explore civic engagement, dialogue, and the meaning of community through interactive workshops, keynote speakers, and outdoor team-building challenges. Building the Beloved Community The summit opened with an inspiring keynote by Dr. Stephen...]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/youth-summit-inspires-civic-leadership-and-beloved-community-among-fresno-county-students</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690a20228de3a65c6f2b619e</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:03:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36117d_ff672c59c78a413ba81697e9525a30ee~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reimagining American Institutions Webinar Series Covers Wide Range of Pressing US Challenges]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are proud to share that Civic Education Center Executive Director and Cofounder, Stephen Morris, EdD, has been selected as one of the...]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/reimagining-american-institutions-webinar-series-covers-wide-range-of-pressing-us-challenges</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ac949e0a3db22d232d2f73</guid><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:58:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36117d_463a79ded8684cb4892be7046a2df22d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[America 250 and CA 175 Dialogues]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Civic Education Center (CEC) prepares the next generation to meet the challenges they face. We empower authentic youth voice through...]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/america-250-dialogues</link><guid isPermaLink="false">685060da133a911f2071dab9</guid><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 18:23:33 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fresno County Youth Civic Showcase Brings Student Innovation, Art, and Advocacy to the Tower Theatre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fresno, CA –  The red carpet was rolled out, the spotlight was on, and the energy was electric as students from across Fresno County took...]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/fresno-county-youth-civic-showcase-brings-student-innovation-art-and-advocacy-to-the-tower-theatre</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6824c76e039c397a6a5f3efa</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 16:47:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/L8mzUYDgqh0?si=xrlLiAjg9zX9XbFb" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[John Minkler, Phd and Author speaks about his book "Civic Intelligence"]]></title><description><![CDATA[You can order "Civic Intelligence - Empowering America's Youth" on Amazon:  https://amzn.to/3TjwczR]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/john-minkler-phd-and-author-speaks-about-his-book-civic-intelligence</link><guid isPermaLink="false">674e407c15c769c5f5697282</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 23:19:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhHO_Oksw-Y" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[CEC Founder John Minkler on Central Valley Talk]]></title><description><![CDATA[You can order "Civic Intelligence - Empowering America's Youth" on Amazon:  https://amzn.to/3TjwczR]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/cec-founder-john-minkler-on-central-valley-talk</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66d7b707429473e58a479f08</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 01:27:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vJM8LvjppE" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Reflection on the Fourth of July By Stephen H. Morris, Ed.D.CEO, the Civic Education Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fireworks are going off all around me. It's the 4th of July! As I reflect upon this holiday, I wonder how many appreciate the...]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/my-reflection-on-the-fourth-of-julyby-stephen-h-morris-ed-d-ceo-the-civic-education-center</link><guid isPermaLink="false">669a858cc5800566ce0248e9</guid><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jul 2024 15:26:53 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Civic Intelligence]]></title><description><![CDATA[by John Minkler]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/civic-intelligence</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6605dc3fc37a78055cb2ff7e</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2024 21:13:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36117d_fb6a80e792184276908f470a34aa98aa~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[CEC at Visalia Leadership Summit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The VUSD Leadership Summit was a game-changer! Our student leaders got to connect with inspiring non-profits, paving the way for positive...]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/cec-at-visalia-leadership-summit</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6595e2c123b4380901f9aac1</guid><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2024 22:42:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://i.ytimg.com/vi/lrs_MZCmDsU/maxresdefault.jpg" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[CEC in the Fresno Bee]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fresno County youth face an uncertain future. We need their voices to guide us | Opinion Read the entire story at:...]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/cec-in-the-fresno-bee</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65396a7d08f8a346474439cf</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Oct 2023 19:23:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36117d_d059ab6d55244c1bbe4105836db53e11~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_641,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fresno County Youth Summit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Join us for a life-changing experience at the Fresno County Youth Summit hosted by the Civic Education Center and Fresno County...]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/copy-of-fresno-county-youth-summit</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6531521b2fb88be2370a754a</guid><category><![CDATA[Upcoming Events / News]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:58:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36117d_e5defee6da5d4bcd89938ab2d993f768~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Start the State Seal of Civic Engagement Program at your school]]></title><description><![CDATA[State Seal of Civic Engagement is a gold seal placed on the diploma or transcript, that recognizes high school graduates who have...]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/start-the-state-seal-of-civic-engagement-program-at-your-school</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65314c732fb88be2370a727a</guid><category><![CDATA[Upcoming Events / News]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:50:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36117d_5b986032106141b6a87d1b826dbcaf6b~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_581,h_581,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Become a Youth Champion]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a Youth Champion you will get to work with young people and community leaders. You will help lead civic projects, activities and...]]></description><link>https://outdoortam.wixsite.com/civiceducationcenter/post/become-a-youth-champion</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65314629b8079b6e1dfcb83d</guid><category><![CDATA[Upcoming Events / News]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:13:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36117d_c8879d3835d944778ce7f156ab12ca9e~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammy Eggert</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>