American civic explorers: reviving our civic traditions for the semiquincentennial

Federal Grant Award Summary

Saint Edward's University, Inc. received a $759,870 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education under the American History and Civics Education program (CFDA 84.422) for the "American Civic Explorers: Reviving Our Civic Traditions for the Semiquincentennial" project. The award, obligated on October 1, 2025, with a completion date of September 30, 2026, supports the development and delivery of innovative civics education and American history curriculum and instructional materials designed to improve teaching and learning in these subject areas.

As a Hispanic-serving institution, Saint Edward's University is leveraging this funding to create educational initiatives that align with the federal program's focus on advancing evidence-based approaches to civics, government, and American history instruction. The project contributes to the broader American History and Civics Education program portfolio, which emphasizes professional development for educators, curriculum innovation, and engagement with America's 250th anniversary (Semiquincentennial) through enhanced civics education for K-12 students and teachers.