Restoring Civics Education in America’s Classrooms

As we look back on 250 years of American exceptionalism, please join the Goldwater Institute and the Texas Public Policy Foundation for a primer and livestream discussion exploring the importance and restoration of civics education, particularly in higher education.

During the expert-led discussion and in partnership with the James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal, we will examine the importance of teaching the Declaration of Independence and other foundational documents that shaped our nation. We’ll discuss the role of civics in preparing students to understand America’s founding principles, institutions, and constitutional framework.

Texas Public Policy Foundation
901 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
OR
Online via Livestream

In-person attendees will enjoy a complimentary lunch. Can’t make it in person? Register for a complimentary livestream ticket and tune in from anywhere.

Speakers

• Kate Bierly (Moderator) – Campaign Director, Next Generation Texas, Texas Public Policy Foundation
• Timothy Sandefur – Vice President for Legal Affairs, Goldwater Institute; Author, Proclaiming Liberty: John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and the Declaration of Independence
• Andrew Lang, Ph.D. – Professor of History & Constitutional Studies, University of Texas at Austin
• Tom Lindsay, Ph.D. – Policy Director, Higher Education, Next Generation Texas, Texas Public Policy Foundation

Agenda

• 11:00-11:15: Guest Check-in + Seating
• 11:15-12:00: Welcome Remarks + Guest Speakers
• 12:00-1:00: Panel + Audience Q&A

Livestream

The livestream can be viewed from 11:15AM – 1PM CST

Parking

Please see the parking options below and click here for a parking map:

• Metered parking – pay per minute/hour Congress Avenue – 9th Street and surrounding streets
• Peak Parking LLC – pay for first 30 minutes then for each additional 30 minutes -176 E 9th St, Austin, TX 78701
• Capitol Tower – pay per hour – 206 E 9th Street, Austin, TX 78701

TO RSVP: Click on the link below and enter the password “TPPF” when prompted

*There are two RSVP Options: 1) In-Person (TPPF Theater), and 2) Virtual (Livestream). When you RSVP, you will receive more event information and a reminder before the event.