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San Diego judge champions “Kin-First” culture in child welfare system and develops strong partnerships with local agencies and Native American tribes

The awards are co-sponsored by California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond.

Dr. Michelle Gordon and Sacramento Superintendent of Schools Dave Gordon were honored for their commitment to restoring civic learning in K-12 public schools, and their statewide leadership.

Alameda County Judge Victoria Kolakowski and Los Angeles County Judge D. Zeke Zeidler honored by American Bar Association commission for advancing LGBTQ+ individuals in the legal profession and championing LGBTQ+ causes

Award recognizes people and organizations for their extraordinary leadership and contributions to the administration of justice in California

Judge Kolakowski is the first transgender judge in California

The award, co-sponsored by California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond, recognize 21 elementary, middle, and high schools across California.

See photos and videos from the awards presentation held earlier this month to honor this year’s honorees.

Civic Learning Award of Excellence honorees host California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero.

Council also recognizes recipient of the Aranda Access to Justice Award

Data informs decisions on judge coverage, jury duty, and self-help services

Isaac Farhadian's efforts to engage students in civics in-person and virtually at his former high school earned him a 2021 Champion of Civics award, co-sponsored by Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond.