Civics Education

This Saturday, the New Mexico Chamber of Commerce and Albuquerque Public Schools will host the 3rd Annual National Civics Bee state finals. The competition brings together middle school students to consider ideas of government, leadership, and civic responsibility.

In an age when misinformation abounds, and some try to change history to fit their political agendas, one national non-profit is seeking to create informed citizens who engage thoughtfully with civics and their place in history. KUNM’s Daniel Montano spoke with some of the students involved in National History Day, or NHD.

The Children's Hour, 7/6 Sat 9a: In a live broadcast from the Central & Unser Library branch on Albuquerque's west side, the kids crew will interview New…

The Children's Hour, Sat 3/30 9a: We'll follow up with kids from Wild Friends New Mexico about SB 234, a bill to protect pollinators in this year’s New…

The Children's Hour, Sat. 2/9 9a: What does a Governor do, and how do her decisions impact kids? The Children's Hour kids crew members Lila and Sienna…

The Children's Hour, Sat 1/12 9a: What happens in the State Legislature? We'll talk with New Mexico State Representative Liz Thomson and the Wild Friends…

The Children's Hour, Sat 12/1 9a: In our ongoing series on civics education, we’re joined by Bernalillo County Treasurer Nancy Bearce. Aside from…