Civics education in America is in crisis, and Americans should recommit themselves to the teaching of civics in the classroom and at home. As students understand how the past connects to the present, they will come to safeguard the sanctity of the American idea and appreciate the validity and relevance of its ideals to all Americans, especially to those who have lost confidence that their nation is a place of hope, opportunity, and community for all. A Heritage Foundation survey asked parents and teachers about their opinions on civics education--the results are presented here, along with recommendations for state policymakers and philanthropists on how to support parents and improve civics curricula. [This report was produced by the Heritage Foundation's Edwin J. Feulner Institute.]