Civic Responsibility

Veterans Day

Originally, Armistice Day, commemorating the end of World War I, Veterans Day honors all American military veterans. The holiday is an opportunity for young people to deepen their knowledge of and app..

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America Fest 2025

America Fest is “The Biggest Conservative Movement in the Country” for students. An opportunity of a lifetime for young people to make new friends, develop leadership skills, and widen the..

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Charlie Kirk

The political assassination of Charlie Kirk was not only intended to silence a conservative political influencer, but it was meant to silence conservative political leaders and millions of conservativ..

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Hand Me Another Brick

I have just finished reading a fantastic book about the leadership of Nehemiah. Nehemiah is an ancient book of the Old Testament that recounts the story of a Jewish official who served the Persian kin..

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State Capitol Tour

During a quick weekend trip, I visited the Iowa State Capitol building, which dominates the view of downtown Des Moines. Completed in 1886, it is one of the most beautiful state capitol buildings in t..

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Beowulf – Review

Beowulf, a Scandinavian warrior, fights a monster named Grendel, then Grendel’s mother, and finally, years later, a fire-breathing dragon. Winning great honor, he eventually became a king, the bulwa..

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Called to Lead – Review

Although the Bible is not merely a leadership book, it does teach leadership principles. Moreover, there are books within the Bible, such as Nehemiah, that offer a wealth of insight into leadership. N..

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Churchill – Review

The best way for a kid to become a leader is to find opportunities to guide others. This can be achieved through coaching, tutoring, counseling, and assisting younger children. Along the way, an aspir..

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Prince Caspian – Review

After the events of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, the children are called to Narnia again—a Narnia that is unrecognizable. They find themselves near an old, deserted castle. A dictator rules..

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America’s Field Trip

America 250 is hosting a contest for students in grades 3 through 12. This is a fantastic opportunity. Visit America250.org for information. One of the leaders of the associated U.S. Semiquincentennia..

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