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 are, how they were established in America, and the different ways people interact with democracy and capitalism in society today. This year is particularly exciting, …
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 revolutionary America. In honor of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the Teacher Institute is offering a special, one-time program immersing elementary and …
Should the Constitution evolve with the times, or should it be interpreted strictly as the Framers understood it? This session will examine the Framers’ vision of constitutional change, the modern …
Led by William & Mary and the National Council for History Education, We the Teachers is a national fellowship that prepares K-12 educators to lead the next chapter in American history/civic education. The three-part program includes: Build your skills with 5-hour online microcourses, focusing on topics including historical inquiry, civil discourse, non-fiction reading strategies, and more; all accredited by the W&M School of Education. …
Join A250 Teacher Trivia, created by iCivics in partnership with The World from A to Z with Carl Azuz, for 25 weeks of fast, fun civics that celebrate 250 years of the Declaration of Independence! Each Thursday, between 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. ET (4:00 and 6:00 p.m. PT), you’ll answer five trivia questions as quickly …
A unique opportunity for K-12 teachers to study foundational texts with top scholars and peers. The American Civic Tradition Fellowship is the Founding Civics Initiative’s signature program, attracting top middle and high school social studies educators from around the country. The fellowship consists of a weeklong in-person institute in Philadelphia in the summer (July 19-24) …
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 and board, 20+ hours of professional development, classroom resources, and a $500 travel stipend upon completion of the program. Both Sphere Summits for 2026 are …
Hmong in Wisconsin with the Asian American EDUcation Project The year 2025 represents a significant milestone: the 50th anniversary of the Hmong community's first arrival to the United States. We invite you to join us for a workshop that delves into the complex history, life stories, and resilience of Hmong Americans in Wisconsin. This workshop …
As the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, join us for a thought-provoking evening on how to teach the founding era in ways that empower and include all students. Whether through the civic ideals of equality and participation or the complex legacies of liberty and exclusion, this session invites teachers to …
Join Facing History and KQED to explore ways students can identify, research, and communicate about civic issues they care about. Bring together research skills and visual design as a way to open new, differentiated pathways for students’ civic learning and expression with Facing History & Ourselves and KQED Education. Building research and civic literacy skills …
Senator Dick Durbin's pending retirement toppled dominoes throughout Illinois as the 2026 midterms approach. The Lieutenant Governor and several US House members are among the contenders to replace him, providing …
In this interactive 90-minute workshop, participants will explore Facing History’s US History Course Planning Guide and reflect on ways to incorporate Facing History’s flexible US History Curriculum Collection into their US history …