Join us today for an encore Scholar Exchange focused on America's Founding Documents—a perfect way to make sure students are ready for next week’s AP Government and Politics exam review.  Then get excited for a week of election-focused Scholar Exchanges—beginning with the Electoral College and ending with a discussion on the Constitution and the 2020 election with special guest Emily Bazelon.  You won’t want your students to miss the opportunity to get a better understanding of the election process and how it will impact what happens as we near the 2020 presidential election.  These sessions are not-to-be missed!

Today: America's Founding Documents (Encore Session) Join Jeffrey Rosen today at 1 p.m. EDT to understand America's essential documents better, understand the fundamental ideas from each of the documents, and the major principles of the U.S. Constitution. Primary sources include the Declaration of Independence, Articles of the Confederation, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, Federalist Papers (#51, #70, #78), Brutus #1, and the amazing Letter from the Birmingham City Jail. Great sources for all learners to know!

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What's Next: Scholar Exchanges Want to register for a future program? Upcoming dates and topics include: May 13 and 14 Learning about the Electoral College Students will explore the Electoral College’s controversial origins, the influence of founder James Wilson, and the many attempts to reform it over the years. Explore how the history of presidential elections in America has played out and the current constitutional questions on the Electoral College. Middle School Session – 12 p.m. (EDT) Register here. High School and College Session – 1 p.m. (EDT) Register here.

May 20 and 21 Voting Rights in America Students will examine the history of voting rights in America. Where in the Constitution are we given the right to vote? How was this right added through the amendment process and what has the Supreme Court said about the right to vote over time? Middle School Session – 12 p.m. (EDT) Register here. High School and College Session – 1 p.m. (EDT) Register here.

Upcoming Friday Fun Session! Special guests introduce additional constitutional topics that are different from the week's theme. The schedule and topics are regularly updated on our website here. All Friday Scholar Exchanges are scheduled for 1 p.m. (EDT). May 15: Elections in America Join American journalist Emily Bazelon and National Constitution Center President and CEO Jeffrey Rosen for a conversation on the Constitution and the 2020 election. Register here. Sessions will be streamed live, recorded, and posted on our website.

Videos: Past Scholar Exchanges Don’t miss any of this spring’s Scholar Exchanges. Watch a recording of past exchanges any time.  America's Founding Documents 14th Amendment, Part II from Roe to Obergefell Slavery in America: From the Constitution to Reconstruction with Eric Foner AP Landmark Supreme Court Cases with Stefanie Sanford of the College Board George Washington and Writing History with Jeffrey Rosen and Alexis Coe

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Private Scholar Exchanges Scholar Exchanges including your class, a scholar, and a moderator are also available. Topics for the private Scholar Exchanges follow the public sessions. Complete a survey here for more information or to register your class to participate. A member of the education team will be in contact to help with the planning process.

Professional Development Opportunities Hoping to offer a few more hours of PD before the end of the school year? Schedule a free, interactive, online teacher professional development workshop with the National Constitution Center. Facilitated by a member of the Center’s education team, these hourlong workshops introduce the Center’s framework for constitutional literacy education; highlight a range of free, online teaching resources; and engage educators with application strategies for remote and in-person teaching and learning. Schools, districts, and educational agencies can request free, online workshops that fit their schedules. Online workshops are available any weekday, now through June 1. For more information or the schedule your online PD, email [email protected].

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Virtual Town Hall Join the National Constitution Center and C-SPAN for a series of in-depth analyses and discussions following the broadcast of Supreme Court oral arguments now through Wednesday, May 13. National Constitution Center President and CEO Jeffrey Rosen will moderate conversations between experts who have filed briefs on both sides of each case to unpack the major constitutional and legal issues in each argument and field audience questions.

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The National Constitution Center's education team is here to help with any of our online resources. Email [email protected] with questions or comments on how we can help you and your students with your remote learning needs.

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