Program Details
Building Civics Foundations
Third Grade: Gift of History (Successful Pilot Program)
The journey begins with community. In Orange County, over 30,000 third graders each year participate in Gift of History, a program introducing students to civic identity, local government, and belonging. This successful local pilot informs the design, scalability, and impact of programs as they expand nationally.
Fifth Grade: Preparing for the National Civics Bee (National model informed by the successful third-grade program)
Building on this model, the fifth grade program expands nationally. A new companion book and digital curriculum follow characters preparing for the National Civics Bee, connecting lessons about community, government, and public service to meaningful civic participation. Aligned to history and civics standards, the program provides students across the country a clear, age-appropriate path to becoming active, informed citizens.