Alabama schools seek to strengthen civic education, American history, community engagement

As Alabama prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States’ Declaration of Independence, more than 500 schools across the state have joined a growing effort to strengthen civic education, American history and community engagement in classrooms and communities alike.

The Semiquincentennial Schools program, led by the Alabama USA Semiquincentennial Commission, recognizes public, private and homeschool schools that commit to incorporating the founding principles of the Declaration of Independence across their curriculum.

Natalie Steed, executive officer of the commission, said one of the program’s core goals is education beyond the classroom.

“One of the main missions is education – providing educational resources not only for students, but for communities,” Steed said.

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EDITOR’S NOTE — This story was written by Trisha Powell Crain and originally published by Alabama Daily News.