@POWofDemocracy

This Civic Learning Initiative is sponsored by California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero. Programs include Judges in the Classroom and the Civic Learning Award

powerofdemocracy.org
Joined November 2013
  • Tweets1.5K
  • Following481
  • Followers428
382Media
Power of Democracy retweeted
California Courts@CalCourtsMar 23
Quote from Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero's 2026 State of the Judiciary address: "Through his outreach efforts to encourage more diverse candidates drawn from a variety of legal backgrounds, Governor Newsom has also diversified California’s judiciary in a meaningful way. Of his 695 judicial appointments—more than half have been women, and more than half identify as Asian, Black or African American, Hispanic, Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander. Thank you, Governor Newsom, for strengthening California’s judiciary."

ALT Quote from Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero's 2026 State of the Judiciary address: "Through his outreach efforts to encourage more diverse candidates drawn from a variety of legal backgrounds, Governor Newsom has also diversified California’s judiciary in a meaningful way. Of his 695 judicial appointments—more than half have been women, and more than half identify as Asian, Black or African American, Hispanic, Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander. Thank you, Governor Newsom, for strengthening California’s judiciary."

1
89
Starting soon, our sponsor Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero will present the 2026 State of the Judiciary Address. View live at 4 PM assembly.ca.gov/events/today
1
1
15
It's Opening Day! Applications are now posted. Orientation webinar for prospective applicants is being offered March 4 at 4PM: powerofdemocracy.org/civic-l…
1
15
Release include registration link to an informational webinar being held March 11 at 4PM: newsroom.courts.ca.gov/news/…

2025 Civic Learning Award Application Period is Now Open

The awards are co-sponsored by California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond.

newsroom.courts.ca.gov
2
3
80
This #WomensHistoryMonth, celebrate the women who helped shape our nation's history and championed the principles of liberty, justice, and equality. Explore our Votes for Women curriculum which brings the story of the 19th Amendment to life today! billofrightsinstitute.org/cu…. #billofrightsinstitute #BRI #WomensHistoryMonth

19th Amendment & Votes for Women Social Studies Curriculum

Votes for Women is a BRI social studies curriculum that discusses on women's suffrage and votes for women through the 19th Amendment.

billofrightsinstitute.org
1
206
Honoring Champions of Civic Learning: David W. Gordon and Dr. Michelle Herczog youtu.be/FrwePivjLLg
1
1
300
Congratulations Michelle Herczog and @SuptDaveGordon on being named Champions of Civics. You show up for the California judicial branch time and again, for more than a decade. Thank you! – at Sacramento, CA
two california state-shaped wooden awards with Power of Democracy logo and text that reads 2025 Champions of Civics and Michelle Herczog and David Gordon. An ink pen rests on top for scale.

ALT two california state-shaped wooden awards with Power of Democracy logo and text that reads 2025 Champions of Civics and Michelle Herczog and David Gordon. An ink pen rests on top for scale.

woman shaking man's hand, his other hand holds an award. A second woman stands in the center looking at the camera holding an award.

ALT woman shaking man's hand, his other hand holds an award. A second woman stands in the center looking at the camera holding an award.

1
30
Power of Democracy retweeted
California Courts@CalCourts7 Jan 2025
Nearly 400 visits to K-12 classrooms have been scheduled for the 2024-2025 school year, which is the most since the @POWofDemocracy Judges in the Classroom program started in 2020. newsroom.courts.ca.gov/news/… (📸@SuperiorCourtKC)
1
1
5
643
🗳️ Exciting day at Anaheim High School! Government teachers hosted a mock election today, giving students a hands-on experience with democracy. 🗳️
1
2
2
117
Power of Democracy retweeted
California Courts@CalCourts8 Oct 2024
September marked the third consecutive year the @POWofDemocracy made Constitution Day a month-long celebration in California, inspiring courts to connect with 102 classrooms in 22 counties including new regions of the state. newsroom.courts.ca.gov/news/… (📸: @SCSCourt)
1
1
2
3
737
John F. Kennedy High School in the Anaheim Union High School District (AUHSD) was honored with the prestigious 2024 Civic Learning Award of Excellence in a special recognition ceremony.
2
1
2
120
Power of Democracy retweeted
California Courts@CalCourts17 Sep 2024
#OnThisDay in 1787, the U.S. Constitution was signed. In California, judges and teachers celebrate #ConstitutionDay throughout the month. Read more about #ConstitutionMonth: newsroom.courts.ca.gov/news/…
Constitution Day September 17, 1787 Commemorating the formation and signing of the United States Constitution

ALT Constitution Day September 17, 1787 Commemorating the formation and signing of the United States Constitution

2
2
6
252
Power of Democracy retweeted
California Courts@CalCourts6 Sep 2024
Since this year's State of the Judiciary Address, many courts have taken an interest in reaching out to schools, adopting @POWofDemocracy's signature Judges in the Classroom program this month for Constitution Month. newsroom.courts.ca.gov/news/…
Photo of Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero alongside a quote from her in celebration of Constitution Month 2024: "The richness of our conversation depends on the number of voices that contribute to it."

ALT Photo of Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero alongside a quote from her in celebration of Constitution Month 2024: "The richness of our conversation depends on the number of voices that contribute to it."

3
2
325
Teachers, are you interested in facilitating social studies and civics professional development in your district, county, or state? Apply by August 30 to become a California @icivics Teacher Facilitator Fellow! Learn more on our website: powerofdemocracy.org/news
2
3
555
California teachers, we launched our new website with you in mind. Stay updated this school year, get started by applying to be an iCivics Fellow! Deadline Aug 1, 2024. powerofdemocracy.org/teach-c…
1
1
142
Power of Democracy retweeted
60-Second Civics@60SecondCivics3 Jul 2024
That “all Men are created equal” and “endowed by their Creator with Certain unalienable Rights” was self-evident to Americans at the time of the writing of the Declaration of Independence. Why was this? Learn more on today's 60-Second #Civics. #IndependenceDay
4
1
5
522
Power of Democracy retweeted
California Courts@CalCourts1 May 2024
Today, Chief Justice Guerrero announced the honorees for the 2024 Civic Learning Awards in commemoration of Law Day, themed “Voices of Democracy.” @CADeptEd @SimiValleyUSD @NatomasUSD @AnaheimUHSD @KHigh4Life newsroom.courts.ca.gov/news/…
1
3
1
9
2,172
While visiting Glenn County for the courthouse dedication last Friday, CA Chief Justice Guerrero made a visit to a 7th grade classroom at nearby Willows Intermediate School. newsroom.courts.ca.gov/news/…

Students in Northern Central Valley Welcome Chief Justice Guerrero

On her way to the Glenn County Courthouse Dedication, the state's Chief Justice pays a visit to a local middle school.

newsroom.courts.ca.gov
3
1
1
933
Thank you, teachers, for all that you're doing to spark and support your students' curiousities about the world around them through civics. And thank you for taking the time to apply for a CLA! Announcement coming May 1, 2024.
1
3
123
The Civic Learning Awards application closes in 3 days! Make sure to let us know if your school has an excellent civics education program. Top schools will receive a visit from Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero! newsroom.courts.ca.gov/civic…
3
2
161
Load more