Catch up with The Civic Circle:
The Civic Circle was extremely honored to take part in The Maryland Civic Education Coalition’s virtual summit to celebrate Global Youth Service Day. Titled “Empowering Maryland Youth Through Service & Civic Engagement,” the summit explored how volunteering opens the door to civic learning and participation. The summit kicked off with a service “slam” led by the coalition’s Youth Advisory Council, and included a virtual performance of a song written by Civic Circle students, “We’ll Get
Animal Advocacy Opens the Door
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Civic Circle students at Weller Road Elementary School expressed concern about animal welfare, and this opened up a rich series of civic learning opportunities. First, the students donated supplies to the Humane Rescue Alliance, and created thank you cards for the workers there. (Join!) Then, the Alliance’s Humane Education Director, Debra Duel, gave them a virtual tour of the shelter. (Learn!) Finally, Debra spoke with the students about animal advocacy (Act!), and gave them each
Looking for a summer day camp for Grades 3-5? The Civic Circle and Carpe Diem Arts have you covered! Register today for June 20-24 in Old Town Takoma, where campers will discover the power of ukes and songwriting to make the world a better place! Register HERE.
The Civic Circle & DewMore Baltimore celebrated National Poetry Month with a Youth Civic Saturday titled: The Poetry of Our Lives! Youth poets shared their original works, reflected on the civic power of poetry, and led a poetry workshop on the spot! Thanks to Citizen University for its support! Watch here:
An Interview with Studio 501c3
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The Civic Circle was extremely honored to be invited to speak with Nonprofit Village Executive Director Kim Jones for Montgomery Community Media’s terrific show “Studio 501c3.” Thank you for the opportunity to talk about civic learning, democracy and the arts!