OC Civic Learning Institute
When: October 7, 2025 & October 14, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Orange County Department of Education
Cost: $150
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| During the OC Civic Learning Institute, school teams of educators will broaden their understanding of the knowledge, skills, and dispositions students need to become civic-ready.
- Participants will learn how to support classroom relationships and social awareness.
- Participants will synthesize structures to encourage academic conversations.
- Participants will develop a civic engagement project for their classroom or school.
By the conclusion of the series, school teams will be equipped to pursue California Democracy School status and apply for Civic Learning Awards. Participants will be able to develop student activities to support the State Seal of Civic Engagement, including pathways for elementary and middle school students. Participants who attend the series and share their civic learning project plan will receive an OC Civic Learning Institute Certificate.
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The Acjachemen/ Juaneno History and Cultural Tour for Educators When: TBD
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During this tour, educators will explore the history and culture of Acjachemen families, commonly known as the Juaneno Band of Mission Indians. Acjachemen community leaders will present at the Village at Putuidem, the Montanez Adobe, Los Rios, and the Juaneno Band of Mission Indians Tribal office. They will also help participants consider ways to center authentic stories of the Acjachemen in the K-12 classroom. A lunch will be included as part of the tour.
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