Resources for Educators
Resource Kit for Teachers
The Civic Learning Council (CLC), in collaboration with the Washington State Council for the Social Studies, has developed a classroom project to support elementary school teachers and students in learning about the founding of the nation and making connections to their own community’s local history.
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Civic Season 2026
Civic Season is a nationwide effort that brings museums, libraries, historic sites, and community organizations together to connect young people with history, culture, and civic life. "Fueled" by Youth250, Civic Season this year arrives just as the largest youth generation in American history enters adulthood.
National Constitution Center
The National Constitution Center provides K-12 curriculum, professional learning, and student programs that make constitutional education engaging and relevant. Find resources that will help you create impactful civic learning experiences.
Bill of Rights Institute Civics Star Challenge
In partnership with iCivics, the challenge celebrates and recognizes teachers who share how they are teaching the themes of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the birth of our nation during the 2025-26 school year. Teachers of grades K-12 can share how they’re helping students make sense of America’s past, present, and future, and become eligible for up to $10,000 to support this work
George Washington's Mount Vernon Teacher Institute
George Washington Speaks
Vern Frykholm of Sequim, better known as George Washington, has been portraying our first president since 2011. His nonprofit organization, George Washington Speaks, is offering a variety of resources this year to support America's 250th including weekly audio recordings of events during the American Revolution, free audio messages from "George" to your organization, podcasts and personal appearances.
Civics and You! Energizing Young Voters
The Seattle League of Women Voters has developed an interactive civics experience to inform and engage youth in our democracy. The lessons are free and designed for middle or high school teachers (grades 6 - 12) to enhance their civics instruction with interactive learning experiences that inform and inspire their students' participation in our democracy.
My America 2026
Media Literacy Resources for Classrooms
A collection of resources for teaching and learning about media literacy from Common Sense
C-Span Classroom
C-SPAN is launching an 18-month initiative featuring historical programming, expert analysis, and nationwide coverage of commemorations. The project will explore key documents, sites, and events from the nation’s past while inviting audiences to share reflections through call-ins and social media.
National Civics Bee
The National Civics Bee is an annual competition that inspires young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. It is a nonpartisan initiative to enhance civic literacy, skills, and participation open to 6th, 7th, and 8th graders in participating states. Entry is free and open to public, private, charter, and homeschool students alike.
America's Field Trip
America's Field Trip is a national contest for students in grades K-12 to win trips to historic and iconic sites across the country. The deadline to participate was March 30. Winners will be announced soon.
