Ind. Sup. Ct. Order: order-other-2026-26S-MS-60

In the

Indiana Supreme Court

Case No. 26S-MS-60

Order Recognizing Civic Learning Week in Indiana

Civic education is vital to sustaining and strengthening our nation’s constitutional republic. Our

system of self-government depends on a population that understands our laws and government,

possesses the skills for civil discussion and collaborative problem-solving across differences, and

commits to the civic strength of our communities.

The Indiana Supreme Court recognizes it is essential that the practice of democracy be taught

and learned anew by each generation. Educators are engaged in essential daily work to support young

people in their development of an informed and empowered civic identity, which is core to sustaining

and strengthening our nation’s constitutional republic. This Court prioritizes and invests in civic

learning through initiatives like traveling oral arguments; participation in Law Day, Constitution Day,

and Statehood Day events; public access to appellate proceedings; and educational resources that

promote public understanding of the judiciary and the rule of law. This year, which marks the 250th

anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we are reminded of the importance of renewing our

shared commitment to work across differences and to make civic learning for all students a

community, state, and national priority.

The Court hereby supports the national designation of March 9–13, 2026, as Civic Learning

Week in the State of Indiana and throughout the United States. The Court extends its appreciation to

the students, educators, volunteers, attorneys, judges, and community partners who devote their time

and talents to strengthening civic understanding and engagement throughout our communities. The

Court also encourages all Hoosiers to recognize the importance of civic education and to recommit

themselves to the principles of our constitutional republic and the rule of law.

Done at Indianapolis, Indiana, on _____________.

Loretta H. Rush

Chief Justice of Indiana

All Justices concur.

3/3/2026