Our Mission Since 1965
Promoting an enlightened and responsible citizenry committed to democratic principles and actively engaged in the practice of democracy.
Covering the history and principles of constitutional democracy in the United States, this program features a comprehensive curriculum and culminates with simulated congressional hearings where students testify before a panel of judges acting as members of Congress.
Showcasing democratic practices, this program includes a curriculum designed around a first-hand approach to influencing government policy. Students work together to research their community, design solutions to real problems, and finally, present their proposals to community leaders.
Civil Discourse Toolkit
Lessons promoting dialogue via historical primary documents.
Civics Inquiry Lessons
Ready-to-use, high-quality lessons using an inquiry-based model.
We have also built collections of lessons and resources on specific topics:
We offer professional learning services customized to your school or district’s needs, plus easy-to-access resources to build your in-class skills.
Paid Professional Learning Opportunities
60-Second Civics
A quick, convenient way to learn about our government.
Constitution EXPLAINED
Explaining the U.S. Constitution in everyday language.
Exploring the philosophical foundations and interpretations of the U.S. Constitution.
Ten free courses studying the American political system in-depth.
Lesson Plans
Professional Learning
Videos and Podcasts
Self-Paced Courses
Other Resources
September 17, 2025
September 17, 2025
Webinar: Meet the American Civic Education Teacher Award Winners
Via Zoom • 7:00 pm EST
Via Zoom • 7:00 pm EST
October 2, 2025
60-Minute Civics: From Montesquieu to Madison: The Dilemmas of Republics Large and Small
Via Zoom • 7:00 pm EST
Via Zoom • 7:00 pm EST
October 21, 2025
Webinar: Assessing Experiential Learning: Using Rubrics to Support Students and Teachers
Via Zoom • 7:00 pm EST
Via Zoom • 7:00 pm EST
November 20, 2025
December 11, 2025
Webinar: NCSS Resource Slam: Lesson Demos You Can Use
Via Zoom • 7:00 pm EST
Via Zoom • 7:00 pm EST
January 7, 2026
60-Minute Civics: The Constitution as Living Document: Progress or Departure?
Via Zoom • 7:00 pm EST
Via Zoom • 7:00 pm EST
January 15, 2026
60-Minute Civics: America 250: Reimagining 1776 for Today’s Classrooms
Via Zoom • 7:00 pm EST
Via Zoom • 7:00 pm EST
February 5, 2026
60-Minute Civics: Majority Rule vs. Minority Rights: Madison’s Warning Revisited
Via Zoom • 7:00 pm EST
Via Zoom • 7:00 pm EST
February 18, 2026
Webinar: Inside the Civic Classroom: Lessons from Award-Winning Civic Educators
Via Zoom • 7:00 pm EST
Via Zoom • 7:00 pm EST
March 6–7, 2026
National Symposium on Civic Education Research
Georgetown University
Georgetown University
April 17-19, 2026
The 2026 We the People National Finals
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
May 15-16, 2026
The 2026 We the People National Invitational
Virtual Online Hearings
Virtual Online Hearings
Our Mission Since 1965
Promoting an enlightened and responsible citizenry committed to democratic principles and actively engaged in the practice of democracy.
Covering the history and principles of constitutional democracy in the United States, this program features a comprehensive curriculum and culminates with simulated congressional hearings where students testify before a panel of judges acting as members of Congress.
Showcasing democratic practices, this program includes a curriculum designed around a first-hand approach to influencing government policy. Students work together to research their community, design solutions to real problems, and finally, present their proposals to community leaders.
Civil Discourse Toolkit
Lessons promoting dialogue via historical primary documents.
Civics Inquiry Lessons
Ready-to-use, high-quality lessons using an inquiry-based model.
We have also built collections of lessons and resources on specific topics:
We offer professional learning services customized to your school or district’s needs, plus easy-to-access resources to build your in-class skills.
Paid Professional Learning Opportunities
60-Second Civics
A quick, convenient way to learn about our government.
Constitution EXPLAINED
Explaining the U.S. Constitution in everyday language.
Exploring the philosophical foundations and interpretations of the U.S. Constitution.
Ten free courses studying the American political system in-depth.
