Last night the @CloseUp_DC Pacific Island students presented about their island culture, history, and government as part of our #closeupdoi program! What a way to kick off their time in DC!
ABA Giving Day is October 28! The National Civics & Law Academy is one featured program. Students describe NCLA as "life-changing," as they meet public servant legal professionals and form friendships. Learn more at https://t.co/9kFrGZvhtZ
Don't miss out on this week's #CloseUpConversations#webinar! We will be chatting with @rweingarten, President of the @AFTunion to discuss 'Workers' Rights & #TeacherUnions'.
SIGN UP for FREE at https://t.co/JmrV1MFfYM! And don't forget to submit your questions ahead of time.
Our democracy is stronger when we ALL participate! I was thrilled to speak with our future leaders in @CloseUp_DC's about how they can make a difference in their communities right now! Watch below ⬇️⬇️
The Senate #filibuster is arguably the most popular debate in #Congress right now. Join this week's #CloseUpConversations w/ guest speaker @AJentleson to discuss what the filibuster is, how it works, and what reform would mean.
REGISTER TODAY>>>https://t.co/87SODmOYLD
#CivicEd
To celebrate the 18 year old vote, during #CloseUpConversations we are discussing the importance of the 26th amendment and how it has impacted young voters throughout history. Sign up at https://t.co/zpI0oQ2uJ5 and don't forget to submit questions for our speakers ahead of time!
We celebrated the launch of @ASP Homeroom w/ @ChrisEvans, @MarkKassen + students who have been piloting the resources! Students gave feedback, asked questions and had the chance to meet w/ Members of Congress. We’re excited for you to explore Homeroom at https://t.co/NLg0zg10RV!
Don't miss a special message from First Lady Dr. Jill Biden (@FLOTUS) tomorrow in #SXSWEDU Online featured session, Connected in Class: A Starting Point (@ASP) & Close Up (@CloseUp_DC).
Add to your schedule:
https://t.co/bc6BQcfifM
EXCLUSIVELY FOR STUDENTS & TEACHERS: Sign up now for ASP Homeroom and be among the first to gain access to curated content for your classroom, created in partnership with @CloseUp_DC. Enroll now at https://t.co/OK4b8St8YO
Join SXSW EDU Online featured speaker @MiaCharity, Chief Development Officer at @CloseUp_DC for the discussion, Connected in Class: A Starting Point & Close Up.
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https://t.co/qKTByVDWMi
ICYMI: New featured session added for SXSW EDU Online, Connected in Class: A Starting Point & Close Up with @ASP Co-Founders @ChrisEvans, @JoeKiani, @MarkKassen, and @CloseUp_DC Chief Development Officer, @MiaCharity.
https://t.co/B4cphwB74p
Are you a high schooler interested in learning about how our government works?
R2L NextGen, CHCI's national Latinx youth leadership program, is now accepting applications!
Learn more and apply today! DEADLINE: Feb. 15, 2021
https://t.co/w6yvSarkk2
What is the Educating for Democracy Act? What will this bill do to further civics education for American citizens? Sen. @ChrisCoons, who worked with Sen. @JohnCornyn on the bill, answers these questions during his #ASPChat. Watch the full conversation 👉 https://t.co/lFXs8A9jO3
First-time voter & @closeup_dc student Jaya asked @RepGusBilirakis about the Affordable Care Act, and what it would mean for patient care if it were to be repealed. Hear his answer below & prepare to #vote by visiting ASP's election hub resources 👉 https://t.co/fdHCW3gV4Q
Thanks to A Starting Point (@ASP), @ChrisEvans and @MarkKassen are having productive conversations with young people, and helping them cut through the noise when it comes to legislation, politics, and where they fit
https://t.co/h8DwARNHBm
There's one week until #ElectionDay and young people across the nation are heading to the polls to #vote. Thanks to our partner, @JNJNews, students like David are able to take part in our #FirstVote initiative and discuss important election issues w/ students from across the US.
In this week's #CloseUpConversations communications/strategy expert, @Bob_Witeck, will discuss #LGBTQ rights, focusing on his decade in the Senate, and the role of corporations in advocating change and acceptance. Join us Wednesday at 4pm(EST)! Register 👉 https://t.co/792LWhCIE8
First-time voter & @closeup_dc student Jaya asked @RepDarrenSoto, "What does it mean when we hear the phrase 'repeal the Affordable Care Act' and what does it mean for patient care?" Hear his answer below & #RegisterToVote on https://t.co/fdHCW3gV4Q