"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.
Happy 250th Birthday, America! (Grades K–2)
Students will learn about America’s national holiday and birthday — Independence Day! Students will explore artwork and primary sources about the American Revolution and the Founders and investigate copies of the Declaration of Independence from the National Archives. https://civics.archives.gov/webinars/happy-250th-birthday-america
Sessions available Thursday, January 16, 2025, 11:15am - 11:45am EST
The Bill of Rights Protects You (Grades 6–12)
Students will explore the Bill of Rights and how it outlines both limits on government and the rights of the people. Students will work together to analyze three case studies that underscore the remedies that citizens can use to address instances where their rights have been violated. This program will introduce students to the Bill of Rights and strengthen their civic understanding. https://civics.archives.gov/webinars/the-bill-of-rights-protects-you
Session available Monday, January 27, 2025, 2:15pm - 2:45pm EST
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
Session available Monday, January 27, 2025, 11:15am - 11:45am EST
We Hold These Truths (Grades 9-12)
Students will explore the Declaration of Independence as an artifact, a primary source, and a persuasive text. Students explore the document’s important sections, and evaluate the persuasive elements of the Declaration of Independence. https://civics.archives.gov/webinars/we-hold-these-truths
Session available Tuesday, February 4, 2025, 1:15pm - 2:00pm EST
Certain Unalienable Rights (Grades 6-8)
Students will explore the Declaration of Independence as an artifact, a primary source, and a persuasive text. Students explore the document’s important sections, and evaluate the persuasive elements of the Declaration of Independence. https://civics.archives.gov/webinars/certain-unalienable-rights
Session available Tuesday, February 4, 2025, 11:15am - 11:45am EST
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness (Grades 3-5)
Students will learn about the Declaration of Independence, its important sections, and some of the American ideals it contains. Students will explore primary sources about the American Revolution and the Founders and investigate copies of the Declaration of Independence from the National Archives. https://civics.archives.gov/webinars/life-liberty-pursuit-happiness
Sessions available Wednesday, March 12, 2025, 12:15am - 12:45pm EDT
Student programs are also offered as regularly scheduled webinars. Registration is required, but there is no minimum attendance prerequisite for student webinars.
Teacher Workshops
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!