In the United States, civic education has been at an all-time low. Teaching civics in schools is invaluable because the youth are much more malleable and easily influenced, making it possible to instill the value of civic engagement into students. Political participation is important in a democracy as it ensures that the government is in regulation by the people. This brief includes and analyzes a brief synopsis of the patterns of civic education in the primary regions of the United States.

Lila Cohen
Editor, SPRING Editorials
American Heritage Broward
Florida, United States
A senior at American Heritage High School in South Florida, Lila has a passion for policy, statistics, and law. Outside of SPRING, she serves as NHS Co-President and participates in Moot Court, Student Government, and Math Competition. She enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with friends.
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Published on November 1, 2025•SPRING education