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Congress and the Constitution How did the Founders envision the way the legislative branch of our country’s new government would operate? The answer to this crucial question is found in the Bill of Rights Institute’s
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Congress and the Constitution curriculum .


Using the lessons and primary sources within
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this curriculum , students will examine multiple topics. Including the purpose of a legislature, how the U.S. Congress and its powers are designed, the history of Congress, and how it currently operates.
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Students can also participate in an interactive model Congress project! They will serve as legislators and experience the challenge of making a bill become a law.





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Sign Up For This Civics Focus Group Help provide important feedback for this year’s National Civics Bee! Sign up for a
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virtual focus group held by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The deadline to register is Wednesday, May 1, and teachers with experience working with middle school students or students from urban, rural, or low-income communities are
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encouraged to sign up .


The group will provide feedback on engagement strategies, a timeline, and the application process.
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Find out more !

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Free AP Exam Preparation Webinars Are your students preparing to take the AP Government and Politics or AP U.S. History exam? Then make sure they’re fully equipped for success with our
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AP Preparation webinars . Webinars cover the major examine topics and can be used in class or assigned as review.


Experienced teachers provide tips, tricks, and content reviews to ensure students are prepared for all versions of the exams. Visit
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our YouTube channel for these free webinars!

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MyImpact Challenge Submissions The deadline is approaching for students to submit their
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MyImpact Challenge entries! Submissions must be received by 11:59 p.m. PT on Sunday, May 19. Students can submit a charitable, entrepreneurial, or community service project for consideration.


The student grand prize is $10,000! And $40,000 in total prizes are available for students and teachers.
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Learn more and then share this contest with your students today!



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Have Your Students Think The Vote!
Our new
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Think The Vote question takes another look at TikTok. The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill to force ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, to sell the social media platform to a buyer that is not connected with the Chinese government.


Supporters of the bill claim it addresses a legitimate security issue and allege that China represents the United States’ biggest national security threat. However, critics argue concerns over China’s government controlling the app are unfounded. They also claim because TikTok’s data is partially stored in the United States, the government can’t access it.


Should the United States government force a sale of TikTok? Students can share their responses to this
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Think The Vote question until Thursday, April 25.




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Educator Spotlight
Meet Brittany Knauer!
Becoming a teacher was originally not in Brittany Knauer’s plans, and she made sure her Mom knew it.

“For years, my mom told me I should teach, and my answer was always no,” Knauer said. However, she soon had a change of heart and switched from pursuing a criminal justice degree to a degree in education.

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Read more about Knauer's decision to pursue a teaching career in this Educator Spotlight.








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Dear John:

We are excited to announce the official launch of
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the BRI Store!


You can now purchase our Pocket Constitutions, posters, and stickers.


We will add new resources and additional swag items in the coming months, so
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check back often for the latest offering to help support your use of our resources in your classroom and to show your support of BRI!


Warmly,


Laura Vlk

Director, Educator Engagement

Bill of Rights Institute






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