Foundation News

March 2012

Civic Education Videos Air March 22, 24, 31 and April 5

The Court System and The Courthouse videos, developed by the MBF and produced by MetroEast Community Media, will be shown back-to-back on cable access television several times over the next two weeks. See the schedule below for viewing opportunities.
 
     Thursday, March 22, 1:30 p.m. on Comcast 21, Frontier 32
     Saturday, March 24, 2 p.m. on Comcast 21, Frontier 32
     Saturday, March 31, 6 p.m. on Comcast 11, Frontier 22
     Thursday, April 5, 7 p.m. on Comcast 21, Frontier 32

The short video below offers a sneak peak at scenes from "The Court System" and "The Courthouse" videos.

 

Distribution

The videos will soon be available online and distributed to schools statewide. The MBF is currently developing a toolkit for teachers to use in the classroom and to foster discussion at community or outreach events.

Videos in Production

The remaining videos in the civic education series are in production. Topics include voting and the importance of being an informed voter, civic engagement and calming civil discourse.

Your Continued Support

The creation of this important resource is made possible by the support of the legal community. Your tax deductible charitable donation to the Civic Education Fund will help us continue this good work. Please consider a donation to the MBF, one of the best investments MBA members can make in the future of their profession and community.

To learn more about the MBF, visit our home page or contact Pamela Hubbs at 503.222.3275.