|
|
Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.
 Civics, Economics, Geography, History, Skills for Public Life
|
|
Constitution and Citizenship Day
Observed Annually on September 17 RCW 28A.230.170
The law requires the study of the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of Washington state as a prerequisite for graduation from public and private high schools in Washington state.
Additionally, federal law enacted in December 2004 states: "Each educational institution that receives federal funds for a fiscal year shall hold an educational program on the United States Constitution on September 17 of such year for the students served by the educational institution..." to commemorate the signing of the United States Constitution on September 17, 1787. The federal law is included in Section 111 of Public Law 108-447 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2005. The U.S. Department of Education provides additional information about the law.
On September 17, 1787, the delegates to the Constitutional Convention met for the last time to sign the document they had created.
The National Archives and Records Administration celebrates this important day in our nation's history by presenting activities and programs. We encourage educators and students at all levels to learn more about our Constitution and government.
|
Join the U.S. Census Bureau in celebrating the anniversary of the Constitution’s signing on September 17.
Constitution Day is an opportunity for students to learn why the census is conducted every 10 years—and why a complete and accurate population count is so important. We are in the last days of the 2020 Census, and we need your help to spread the word to educators and students in your state notifying them that time is running out. The adults in students’ households can support the Census Bureau’s efforts by answering a census taker’s questions or by responding online at 2020census.gov.
On Constitution Day, students of all ages can use Statistics in Schools activities to learn about how the census enables funding and planning for education as well as determines the number of seats each state gets in Congress for the next 10 years. Share these resources with educators:
-
Five-Minute Apportionment Map Warm-up: Students will analyze a map to answer questions about states and the number of seats they have in the House of Representatives.
-
Constitution Day Fun Facts: This handout shares real census data related to Constitution Day, while the teaching guide offers ideas for using the fun facts for students of different grade levels—in the classroom or at home.
-
Constitution Day Activity: This 35-minute activity teaches the significance of the U.S. Constitution and Constitution Day, with a focus on why the census is conducted every 10 years.
Another fun activity for elementary school students at any time is to watch this video. Educators can take their class on a virtual field trip to the Census Bureau and learn more about how census data is collected and used.
We appreciate your support and spreading the word.
For more information, visit census.gov/programs-surveys/sis/resources/constitution-day.
|
Dear Friends,
It’s a special week for us at the National Constitution Center as we celebrate the 233rd anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution and honor Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg with the 2020 Liberty Medal.
On Thursday, September 17, Constitution Day, we are offering a full day of online programs, including a special conversation at noon EDT with Justice Neil M. Gorsuch as part of our Scholar Exchanges—a weekly series of free, live interactive classes we’ve launched to support students wherever learning takes place this year. Please register here to join. If you are able to join us in person at the Center, we’re pleased to offer free admission on Constitution Day, thanks to support from Citizens. To learn more about our online classes and special Constitution Day offerings including free admission, click here.
At 6:30 p.m. EDT on Constitution Day, the National Constitution Center will award the 2020 Liberty Medal to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg for her efforts to advance liberty and equality for all. Please join us for the pre-recorded video ceremony, which will be available for all to watch at constitutioncenter.org/liberty-medal. The inspiring video will feature Justice Ginsburg’s favorite opera singers and special friends, who will offer an evening of meaningful tributes in words and music.
I will also be hosting a post-ceremony conversation immediately following the video. You can register to join us for this special live conversation here.
The full Constitution Day online lineup is below and at constitutioncenter.org. All times EDT.
Thank you for joining us for a Constitution Day to remember, as Americans of all ages and perspectives come together to learn about and celebrate the U.S. Constitution.
With appreciation,
Jeffrey Rosen
President and CEO
|
Incorporating the Bill of Rights
Our latest Homework Help video explores the constitutional principle of incorporation and its historic context. Has incorporating the Bill of Rights to apply to the states created greater liberty for Americans? Watch the video
|
The Virtues of Sandra Day O'Connor
On September 25, 1981, Sandra Day O’Connor became the first woman to sit on the Supreme Court after receiving a unanimous confirmation vote from the Senate. Justice O’Connor was nominated by President Ronald Reagan and served 24 years on the Court before her retirement. In this lesson, students will have an opportunity to listen to Justice O’Connor and identify the private and civic virtues that the Justice exemplified throughout her life.
Would you like to receive more lessons like this twice a month? Make sure you're subscribed to our eLesson emails.
|
Resources and Materials for teaching about elections and voting offered from the Office of Secretary of State, TVW, and OSPI
Participants of Tuesday's webinar were introduced to the Office of Secretary of State's updated Teaching Elections in Washington State curriculum. They learned about programs, materials, and resources available from the Office of Secretary of State, TVW, and OSPI for teaching about elections, voting, and citizenship. Participants received instruction on the Teaching Elections curriculum specific to their grade band (grades 3-5, 7-8, and 9-12) from the authors who are experienced educators and curriculum writers, and received two clock hours for their time. The Teaching Elections webinar slide deck can be found here.
|
|
|
|
ALL STUDENTS PREPARED FOR POST-SECONDARY PATHWAYS, CAREERS, AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT.
Led by State Superintendent Chris Reykdal, OSPI oversees K-12 public education in Washington state. Our mission is to provide funding, resources, tools, data and technical assistance that enable educators to ensure students succeed in our public schools, are prepared to access post-secondary training and education, and are equipped to thrive in their careers and lives.
|
|
 |
|
|
|
|
|
