Constitutional Education
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America 250
America’s Field Trip 2025-2026 Contest Now Open! Engaging students nationwide to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary! This contest invites students in grades 3–12 to share their perspectives on what America means to them — and earn the opportunity to travel for field trip experiences at some of the nation’s most iconic historic and cultural landmarks.
American Legion Oratorical Program (Speech Contest)
The Oratorical Program is a function of the American Legions’ “Americanism Pillar”. The Oratorical Program is a constitutional speech contest for high school students and it offers scholarships upwards of $25,000. The contest has a prepared oration and an assigned topic which is assigned the day of the contest. The prepared oration must be on some aspect of the Constitution, with emphasis on a citizen’s duties and obligations to our government. The same subject and oration used in the department contest must be used in the national contest. The purpose of the assigned topic discourse is to test the speaker’s knowledge of the subject, the extent of his or her research, and the ability to discuss the topic as related to the basic principles of government under the Constitution.
Civics Literacy Curriculum Lessons
A big THANK YOU to Allen W. Kessinger, Master Sergeant, USA (Ret), US History, 8B, Student Advocate, Falcon Archery & Football, Stewarts Creek Middle School for creating this awesome Resource. There are a total of ten lessons along with a study guide and cards as well as a teacher guide for how to use the pocket constitutions with the lessons.
Constitution Games and Knowledge Test
A big THANK YOU to Keith Broaders in Florida for sharing with us these free games and activities for students on The 917 Society website as a resource. Thanks also for sharing our website. Working together, we are making a difference one classroom at time! Click on the link to see the games and test your knowledge of our Constitution.
Grateful Nation Project, The
The Grateful Nation Project introduces students to those who gave “the last full measure of devotion” for our freedom—from the Revolution to the present day. To teach patriotism and gratitude, the Project reaches schools and homes through “Hero Cards” and accompanying online biographies. For more information visit: https://www.herocards.us/
Prager U
Free U.S. Constitution Resource Guide Designed by educators for parents and teachers, this free K-12th grade resource aligns PragerU Kids videos, lesson plans, worksheets, and books with key themes that teach fundamental, age-appropriate concepts of the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and federalism. Submit your email below to claim yours today!
TPUSA Club America
Turning Point USA official chapters are required to sign an agreement at the start of each school year. A school year is defined as June 1st through May 31st. Chapters will have the ability to manage a chapter profile to be featured on TPUSA’s website. Login information will be provided following submission of the form below. If you have any questions about this agreement, please contact your local field representative. https://www.clubamerica.com/chaptercharter
1776 Presidential Award
The U.S. Department of Education, led by Secretary Linda McMahon, has launched the history competition of a lifetime, supported by expertise and resources from the James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation. The contest tests student knowledge of the road to independence, the American Revolutionary War, and the ideas that shaped our nation. Open to high schoolers, it includes a first-round online exam (The Impossible Civics Test), in-person regional semifinals, and a nationally-broadcast final in Washington, D.C.
America 250 Civics Education Coalition
The America 250 Civics Education Coalition, led by over 40 organizations in partnership with Secretary Linda E. McMahon and the U.S. Department of Education, is committed to advancing civic education as a cornerstone of our nation’s strength and vitality. In preparation for America’s Semiquincentennial in 2026, the coalition—through nationwide programs including state tours, lectures, student competitions, and teacher summits—will celebrate our nation’s rich history, inspire citizens of all ages to reflect on America’s story, deepen understanding of civic responsibility, and reinforce the shared values that unite us as one nation.
"Sight"
A biopic which chronicles Dr. Ming Wang’s rise from poverty and violence, growing up in 1960s China, to his migration to the U.S. It shows his struggles with racial discrimination, and rise to become a world-class surgeon who would design new technology to help restore sight to millions. Children learn about Communist China
America 250 Writing Competition
America: The Greatest Story Ever Told is a national art and writing competition for students in grades 3–12, open to public, private, charter, and homeschool students nationwide. Students respond to the prompt “What does freedom mean to you?” through original art and writing, compete for cash prizes, and top entries will be published in a commemorative book celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. Teachers receive patriotic classroom book bundles if a student places. Classrooms with 90% participation receive a classroom book bundle and a spot in the commemorative time capsule book.
Amendments 1-10, Short Synopsis Videos of . . .
Florida Citizens’ Alliance champions K-12 education reform in Florida. As a volunteer run 501c3 nonprofit, we advocate for parental choice and other common-sense solutions that fuel student success with 100% of donations going directly to educating the public and supporting legislative action. FLAC works to unleash the learning potential of every one of Florida’s 2.8 million students so they can become productive and fulfilled citizens in our constitutional republic.
Civics Literacy Curriculum
A big THANK YOU to Allen W. Kessinger, Master Sergeant, USA (Ret), US History, 8B, Student Advocate, Falcon Archery & Football, Stewarts Creek Middle School for creating this awesome Resource. There are a total of ten lessons along with a study guide and cards as well as a teacher guide for how to use the pocket constitutions with the lessons.
Freedom 250 Network
Freedom 250: A Movement Celebrating Our Nation’s 250th Birthday Freedom 250 is the national, non-partisan organization leading the celebration of our Nation’s 250th birthday. Working together with the White House Task Force 250, federal agencies, and the Commission, Freedom 250 serves as the official public-private partnership that connects, aligns, and amplifies national and local efforts to deliver the defining presidential moments of this anniversary year. At its heart, Freedom 250 is creating a movement of citizens, organizations, companies, and leaders from across the country to honor our Nation’s proud history, cherish our God-given freedoms, and build the Golden Age of Opportunity for the next 250 years.
YouTube Synopsis of Amendments 1-10
Courtesy of the Florida Citizens' Alliance
We share these curated resources on constitutional literacy, videos, amendment synopses and links to educational resources provided through our Partners and other constitutional education sources to ensure that your students have access to foundational knowledge of the U.S. Constitution, particularly during the required observance and celebration of Constitution Day, which is often neglected in schools.