U.S. Department of Education Deputy Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education Sarah Wilson Highlights Civics Education at 'History Rocks!' Event in Ohio

CINCINNATI, OH - Today, Sarah Wilson, U.S. Department of Education Deputy Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education, visited Monfort Heights Elementary School as part of the Department of Education's national History Rocks!Trail to Independence tour, in celebration of America's upcoming 250th birthday. The tour aims to strengthen civic literacy by helping students personally connect with America's founding principles.

Two hundred students in fourth and fifth grades participated in interactive games designed to deepen their understanding of American history and civics, explore the themes of civic engagement and patriotism, and learn about the important role Ohio has played in our nation's history. The event opened with remarks from Principal Trey Rischmann, followed by Wilson.

"I'm absolutely thrilled to return to my home state to celebrate a monumental milestone-250 years of America!" said Deputy Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education Sarah Wilson. "What better place to honor this incredible journey than in a school, where the future is being shaped every day, and where the spirit of learning, community, and possibility reflects the values that have carried our nation for two and a half centuries."

Background

The History Rocks! initiative is a key component of the U.S. Department of Education's celebrations for America's 250th birthday, in partnership with Freedom 250 and coordinated with the America 250 Civics Education Coalition. Secretary McMahon, Administration officials, and education leaders will visit schools in all 50 states to showcase examples of high-quality history and civics instruction that bring American principles to life.

Learn more about the Department's Semiquincentennial initiatives here.

Freedom 250 leads the presidential programming for the nation's 250th anniversary celebration. Its mission is to unite Americans around one shared purpose-celebrating the Triumph of the American Spirit by honoring our history, cherishing our freedoms, and building the golden age of opportunity for the next 250 years.

Learn more about Freedom 250 here.

The America 250 Civics Education Coalition is a national partnership with the America First Policy Institute, Turning Point USA, Hillsdale College, and more than 50 national and state organizations. This coalition is dedicated to advancing civic education and expanding opportunities for students to learn about the ideas, individuals, and events that define the American story.