Teacher Grants, Scholarships & Fellowships
The Civic Star Challenge is our way of celebrating the educators who are preparing the next generation of informed, engaged citizens. We have over $100,000 in total prizes waiting to be awarded, including a $10,000 grant for your school.
Summer Civics Institute on American Principles and Debate July 6 – 11 | American University | Washington, DC
The Political Theory Institute at American University, with the support of the Jack Miller Center, is hosting a week-long institute for social studies teachers.
The National Archives Foundation welcomes K-12 educators from across the country to apply for this unique opportunity. Our three-day intensive experience is designed to help elementary and secondary educators bring primary source-based activities to their students to increase civic awareness and engagement.
To apply for a scholarship to attend one of the Sphere Summits, complete the secure web form above. Applicants will be notified of their status on a rolling basis. If you have any questions or need assistance applying for the scholarship, please email our staff at events@sphere-ed.org.
Individual scholarships are available each year for educators who work in or support social studies instruction in any public school in the United States.
This resource shares many free or low cost Social Studies Summer PD opportunities. A huge shout out to Stefanie Wager for managing this database. Questions, comments, or to add programs to the list, email Stephanie at stefanie.rosenbergwager@gmail.com.