Fredonia, WI Beginning with the upheavals of the 1960s, the United States saw a diverse set of groups pushing for social change. These included African Americans, Native Americans, women, and …
This workshop provides an overview of The Asian American Education Project’s lesson plans and the five thematic units on: citizenship, civil rights, identity, immigration, and racism. It will cover the …
As part of George Washington’s Mount Vernon GW250 regional programming, join us in Madison for Teaching Civic Conversations! This hands-on, full-day workshop is packed with classroom-ready strategies for meaningful civic …
In-Person Workshop: Teaching Civic Conversations Read More »
The Center for Community and Nonprofit Studies will host the main site, and this year, we will include satellite sites across Wisconsin. Session Topics Community Efforts – grassroots, youth, the …
What ethical dilemmas do young people face when they see someone in their community being harmed? What tools will equip our students to address the antisemitism and other forms of …
Webinar – Standing Up to Bigotry and Hate: Tools for Young People in a Complex World Read More »
Join Mary Antoine for this special America 250 event on the Wisconsin residents who fought in the Revolutionary War. The Wisconsin History Makers Tour will bring history directly to local communities …
America 250: Residents of “Wisconsin” in the Revolutionary War with Mary Elise Antoine Read More »
Join organizations and philanthropists committed to reinvigorating American civic education with our nation’s founding principles. Words that Changed the World: America at 250 As we approach the 250th anniversary of the Declaration …
The Bob and Marion Wilson Teacher Institute is excited to offer weeklong, immersive residential programs every summer that give educators the opportunity to dive into the history of colonial and …
Teacher Application – Revolutionary Roots: Teaching Civic Engagement at 250 Read More »
From the birth of the nation in 1776 to the enduring impact of 9/11, the American story is one of revolution, challenge, and resilience. Join us in celebrating 250 years …
June 23rd and 24th, 2026 Join us in Madison for a day and a half of professional learning to dive into the approach of the Legislative Semester and prepare to engage students …
Legislative Semester Introduction Workshop (1.5 days in Madison) Read More »
Sphere Summit, a full scholarship professional development program for grades 5–12 educators, returns as a fully in‐person experience in Washington, DC, and will run July 5 – July 9 and July 19–23. Benefits include room …
When the midterm elections arrive on November 3, 2026, young Americans will face more than one important choice. Can they surpass the record 28 percent nationwide turnout among 18-29-year-olds in …
This program will invite 20 high school teachers from across the United States to a week-long experience focused on democracy, capitalism, and their intersection. We explore what democracy and capitalism …
This week-long, residential program, hosted by the James Madison Program at Princeton University and sponsored by the Jack Miller Center, will explore the idea and practice of statesmanship throughout American …
Princeton University: Statesmanship in American History Read More »
Sphere Summit, a full scholarship professional development program for grades 5–12 educators, returns as a fully in‐person experience in Washington, DC, and will run July 5 – July 9 and July 19–23. Benefits include room …