Patriotism and civics are lacking in American schools

Counterpoint: Young Americans Would Not Rally Around Our Nation, But Don’t Blame Them – DV Journal

For an alternate viewpoint, see: Point: Yes, We Can Still Count on the Young to Defend America” As we approach Memorial Day, it is sobering to recognize that today’s young people are unlikely to respond as enthusiastically to a call to serve their country as members of the World War II generation did 80 years ago. Young people do not exhibit the high levels of patriotism and commitment to democracy found among earlier generations. However, I don…

Jesses: Young people need civics

By Molly and Richard Jesse, for SPEAK VermontTo graduate from Essex High School, students must earn a minimum of 24 course credits. In terms of Civic education, only 0.5 credit in American Government is required. A single 0.5-credit course on our system of government is insufficient. For comparison, students are required to complete 4 credits in English, 3 credits in Mathematics, and 3 credits in Science.Why Civic Education?Rebecca Winthrop, in …

Patriotism and civics are lacking in American schools

Young people are unlikely to respond as enthusiastically to a call to serve their country as members of the World War II generation did 80 years ago. Young people do not exhibit the high levels of patriotism and commitment to…

Dutch Cabinet considering stricter compulsory education on civics, norms and values

The State Secretary for Primary and Secondary Education, Mariëlle Paul, is considering withdrawing the exemption from compulsory education for children whose parents believe that there are no schools in the area that match their philosophy on life. The Public Prosecution Service recently decided to stop enforcing the rules against children who are sat at home without exemption, which is why Paul is contemplating an update to the rules.