NH Civics

08/04/2026

Another great opportunity for teachers from New Hampshire PBS!

07/23/2026

We're so proud of Ayanna V. of Concord, who took to the Mikva Challenge Soapbox Nation stage in Chicago to present her speech on book banning. Congratulations on representing New Hampshire so well!

Watch the entire event here:

In May, 12 brilliant young people from across the country came together in Chicago for Soapbox Nation! They spoke passionately about issues they care about from book banning to su***de prevention to disability discrimination and more. Check out highlights and reflections from the event to see how th...

07/22/2026

We were honored to share our mission with guests of the World Affairs Council of NH earlier this month. Thank you for hosting us, Shaker Road School!

07/04/2026

"Democracy is a love story - a love affair between the governed and their government, always in need of renewal, always worth the effort." Norman Lear

07/03/2026

The 603 History Hunt app is now available to download in the Apple App Store and Google Play store.

The hunt begins TOMORROW, July 1, at 8 a.m.!

You can download the app now, and open it to play the "How to Play the 603 History Hunt" game. It's a short tutorial that will familiarize you with the game. Keep in mind that points earned in this game don't count toward the main hunt!

07/03/2026

07/01/2026

Celebrate America's 250th with New Hampshire PBS!

06/25/2026

Congratulations to Ayanna V. of Concord, who was one of 12 Soapbox Nation speakers from across the country to
gather in Chicago on May 31 to share the issues that affect them and their communities. Ayanna spoke on the national stage about the implications of book banning in classrooms.
Mikva Challenge develops youth to be empowered, informed, and engaged citizens who will promote a just and equitable society.

Watch Ayanna's speech here:
https://vimeo.com/1203893978/ed9919aad6?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci =8&eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=067cf6d8-201a-4f26-9e46-f21930e7bbde
Mikva Challenge
NEA-New Hampshire
NH Teacher of the Year

Ayanna, from Concord, NH speaks about Book Banning, in her 2026 Soapbox Nation speech.

06/19/2026

Let freedom ring!
Learn more about the history of Freedom Day and join in the celebration with the National Museum of African American History and Culture at https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/moments/juneteenth

06/15/2026

Teachers! Check out these FREE professional development opportunities from the New Hampshire Historical Society.

Hey teachers! Don't forget that the New Hampshire Historical Society is offering several FREE professional development workshops in June and August!

JUNE

New Hampshire and the American Revolution, June 23 and 24, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Sponsored by the Society of the Cincinnati in the State of New Hampshire)
Geared for teachers in grades 3-8. Breakfast and lunch are provided, and attendees will receive CEU certificates for the two-day workshop and for any pre-training work they complete, as well as a $100 Target gift card.

New Hampshire and the Nation Workshop 1 (1600 to 1865), June 25, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
New Hampshire and the Nation Workshop 2 (1865 to 2001), June 26, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
These compact, content-rich workshops will help educators in grades 8-12 integrate substantive state history into U.S. history courses. Attend one or both! No cost to register.

AUGUST

Geography and New Hampshire History, August 11 and 12, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Granite State Fun Facts and Symbols, August 13 and 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Both August workshops are geared for educators in grades 3-8. Breakfast and lunch are provided, and attendees will receive CEU certificates for the two-day workshop and for any pre-training work they complete, as well as a $100 Target gift card.

All workshops are held at the New Hampshire Historical Society, 30 Park Street, Concord.

Advance registration is required, and all participants must be public or private school educators in New Hampshire.

For more information and to register, visit https://moose.nhhistory.org/educators/professional-development.