Colonial Williamsburg’s Bob & Marion Wilson Teacher Institute is currently accepting scholarship applications for its fully funded Summer 2026 onsite program, “Revolutionary Roots: Teaching Civic Engagement at 250,” a special program created in recognition of the 250th Commemoration.
The application period for the 2026 National Civics Bee is open through Feb. 3 for 6th-, 7th- and 8th-grade students from public, private, charter and homeschools in all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and American Samoa. There is no cost to apply.
The Teaching Kentucky History Institute launched its inaugural comprehensive five-day professional learning program for Kentucky social studies educators teaching grades 4-12 in July 2025. Building on the program's success, the Kentucky Historical Society is now planning the next installment in July 2026
How should I teach about Thanksgiving? This is a big (and frequent) question from educators to the National Museum of the American Indian and its national education initiative, Native Knowledge 360° (NK360°).
Join the National Museum of American Diplomacy (NMAD) for a dynamic series of virtual teacher workshops this fall. All workshop sessions are tailored to 6th- to 12th-grade teachers. However, all educators are welcome to sign up and attend!
This free, non-partisan, 500-word essay competition is a great opportunity for 6th-8th graders to share civics knowledge and inspire conscientious citizenship.
In accordance with federal requirements, every educational institution receiving federal funding must provide an educational program for students focused on the U.S. Constitution.
Meet with Kentucky's social studies educators, administrators and professionals from across the commonwealth to discover vibrant teaching strategies and to explore innovative methods to assess student learning that will invigorate your classroom!
A group of three students at Summit Elementary School (Boyd County) created a website called Mystery History to teach their fellow students about social studies in a fun, engaging way.
The award recognizes outstanding educators and their dedication to teaching. By nominating a deserving teacher, you contribute to appreciating exceptional teaching practices in the educational community.