Celebrating Democracy: Constitution Month in Santa Clara County Classrooms

SAN JOSÉ, California (September 17, 2025) :  The Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara is proud to announce its 2025 Constitution Month celebration. Constitution Day, observed annually on September 17, commemorates the signing of the document that lays the foundation for our democracy.

Building on the success of previous Constitution Day programs, the Court has expanded its efforts to a full month of outreach. In partnership with educators, schools, and the Santa Clara County Office of Education, judges and justice partners will deliver interactive presentations throughout September to strengthen students’ understanding of the U.S. Constitution and the responsibilities of civic participation.

This countywide initiative is part of California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero’s Power of Democracy Civic Learning Initiative , which promotes civic education and engagement for students across the state.

During Constitution Month, nearly half of Santa Clara County’s sitting judges— 43 judicial officers—will join six justice partners to visit approximately 67 fifth-grade classrooms, reaching more than 3,800 students with in-person, hands-on lessons. The sessions will highlight the Constitution, the judicial branch, and the courts’ role in protecting democratic values.

Judge Julia Alloggiamento, Chair of the Court’s Community Outreach Committee and Vice-Lead of the Power of Democracy Initiative, emphasized the importance of civic education:

“Civic education provides students with a deeper understanding of our democracy and the importance of their role in it. These students—our future jurors, lawyers, litigants, and leaders—learn about their fundamental rights and responsibilities, the separation of powers, the independence of the judiciary, and other key concepts directly from judges who apply the Constitution every day.”

Since 2014, the Power of Democracy Initiative has strengthened collaboration between the judicial branch, educators, and school administrators to inspire civic learning and engagement. Under Chief Justice Guerrero’s leadership, these efforts continue to expand statewide. Santa Clara County’s Community Outreach Committee remains committed to meeting the growing demand for civic education and to preparing the next generation to carry forward the principles of democracy.

“It is important for our students to see judicial representatives as often as possible,” said Ms. Blanca Rodriguez, Fifth Grade Teacher at Jeanne Meadows Elementary School. “Because government is part of our curriculum, these visits bring what we are learning to life.”

Through Constitution Month, the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara reaffirms its commitment to fostering civic knowledge, inspiring student engagement, and strengthening trust in the judicial system. By connecting students directly with judges and justice partners, the Court helps ensure that the principles of democracy remain vibrant, accessible, and meaningful for generations to come.