SPRINGFIELD – To encourage a statewide effort to promote civic learning and engagement, State Senator Karina Villa led a resolution declaring the week of March 9 through March 15 as Civic Learning Week in Illinois.

“As we continue to face challenges to the Constitution under the Trump administration, it is critical that we ensure students acquire a deep understanding of government, history and their role as active participants in our democracy,” said Villa (D-West Chicago). “Civic Learning Week allows us to make a collective commitment to prioritize civic learning and acknowledge the educators doing the work to instill our shared democratic values in our young people.”

Senate Resolution 575 establishes the week of March 9-15, 2026 as Civic Learning Week, highlighting the importance of civic education and engagement while acknowledging the central role schools and teachers have in educating youth on civics.

The resolution was adopted with support from the Illinois Civic Mission Coalition, which has successfully partnered with nearly 100 schools across Illinois to provide teachers and school districts with resources to ensure students’ civic development.

“As we approach the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we must continue to stand united against threats to the liberties our country was founded on,” said Villa. “Let us focus on investing in schools and supporting the educators that empower the learning of future generations.”

Senate Resolution 575 was adopted by the Senate on Wednesday.