Celebrate Constitution Day With Free Virtual Programs From the National Archives!
Join a free virtual program with National Archives educators to explore the big ideas of the Constitution through primary sources from the National Archives. Constitution Day is observed on September 17 to commemorate the day in 1787 when the Constitution was signed in Philadelphia, PA.
We are excited to announce that this year we will offer two full weeks of free student webinars from Monday, September 9, through Friday, September 20, with program offerings for elementary through high school students to support your teaching of the United States Constitution. These standards-based programs are designed for grades K–2, 3–5, 6–8, and 9–12. Register today!
Learn more about civics education from the National Archives through our Civics for All of US initiative, schedule a virtual program for this current school year using our registration tool, or send us an email!
"Civics for All of US" interactive distance learning programs for students and teachers
Civics for All of US is a new national civic education initiative from the Richard Nixon Presidential Library, Center for Legislative Archives, and the National Archives that promotes civic literacy and engagement. As part of this initiative, the education team at the Nixon Presidential Library and educators across the National Archives will be providing teachers with programming, curricula, and exceptional field trip experiences both online and in-person. Visit https://civics.archives.gov/ to learn more!
Student Programs
Civics for All of US is the national civic education initiative from the National Archives. Our interactive distance learning programs draw upon the vast holdings of the National Archives to promote the knowledge, skills, and dispositions students need for civic engagement in the 21st century. Each program is led by one of our educators located at National Archives sites, the Center for Legislative Archives, and Presidential Libraries across the country. Check https://civics.archives.gov/ for more information, including how to request a program for groups of 10 or more students.
Our new online registration tool makes it easy to request a student distance learning program from an available National Archives educator. Try it today and request a program for 10 or more students at https://civics.archives.gov/.
Civics for All of US distance learning programs are offered as regularly scheduled interactive webinars. Registration is required, but there is no minimum attendance prerequisite for student webinars. Join us for an upcoming program!
Request your program today.
Schedule and Registration Links
All programs run 30 minutes.
Registration closes the day before each program.
The Constitution Rules! (Grades K–2)
Students will explore the idea of different responsibilities in their community and analyze images that highlight the jobs of the three branches of government as outlined in the Constitution. https://civics.archives.gov/webinars/the-constitution-rules
Sessions available September 9 - 20, 2024
The Constitution and Our Community (Grades 3–5)
Students will explore the idea of community, hone their primary source analysis skills by examining government records, and connect the Constitution to their own lives. https://civics.archives.gov/webinars/the-constitution-and-our-community-0
Sessions available September 9 - 20, 2024
Voting Rights, the Constitution, and Representative Government (Grades 6–8)
Students will explore the progression of voting rights in the United States and its impact on representative government. https://civics.archives.gov/webinars/voting-rights-the-constitution-and-representative-government
Sessions available September 11 - 20, 2024
No Conscription Without Representation: Voting Rights and the Constitution (Grades 9–12)
Students will explore the progression of voting rights in the United States with particular focus on the effort to lower the voting age to 18. https://civics.archives.gov/webinars/no-conscription-without-representation-voting-rights-and-the-constitution-0
Sessions available September 9 - 19, 2024
Student programs are also offered as regularly scheduled webinars. Registration is required, but there is no minimum attendance prerequisite for student webinars.
Teacher Programs
No workshops currently scheduled.
Bring a Civics for All of US teacher professional development program to your school, district, or educational organization!
Our virtual Civics for All of US Teacher workshops are available by request for groups of 10 or more educators. Programs are free and available Monday through Friday during regular business hours. Please submit your request at least one month in advance of your desired date. Evening and weekend programs may be available on occasion.
Email civics@nara.gov to learn more and request a program today!