We are on the road to America's 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026! The Bill of Rights Institute is highlighting the American achievements leading up to the momentous signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Our interactive Celebrating A250 timeline follows each anniversary along with other significant dates that have shaped American history. Follow along each week as new dates and summer activities are added like our A250 Mini Documentaries. Watch our latest video in the series, The Battle of Bunker Hill!
The Bill of Rights Institute and iCivics are also celebrating America’s milestone birthday with Civic Star Challenge! Participate by:
Utilizing adaptable lesson plans and activities to teach the themes of the Declaration
Submitting a simple form to showcase your class participation
Winning exciting prizes throughout the school year!
Sign up nowto be the first to hear when the Civic Star Challenge launches in August 2025!
Connect with BRI this Summer!
Share Your Feedback with BRI!
Participate in BRI'sState of Civics Survey!The State of Civics Surveyhelps us learn the needs of the civics space to provide tools, resources, and accommodations for you and your classroom.
TheNational Civics Teacher of the Yearhonors educators in the civics space. Civics teachers in grades 6-12 are eligible for nomination. Nominated teachers must complete a short essay to be included in the contest.
Students across the country have shared the innovative ways they have impacted the communities around them by participating in MyImpact Challenge. Join BRI virtually on Monday, July 7, to highlight and announce the 2024-2025 winners!
Coming Soon to BRI!
Celebrate Constitution Day with BRI on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.
Constitution Day Live! features three videos that will air in the weeks before Constitution Day. Each video will center U.S. History, Government, or Civics surrounding the founding principles and the Constitution.
On Constitution Day, four additional videos will premiere for educators and students. Each video will include published in-class materials to promote the study of the Constitution and Constitutional issues on Constitution Day.
Don't miss out on our Constitution Day resources, join our list today for notifications and more!
This summer, BRI is launching our brand new middle school resource for grades 6-8! The resource is a 9-unit U.S. history and civics curriculum spanning the Colonial Era until the Reconstruction Era. It is built around a deconstructed DBQ model, with each unit culminating in a scaffolded DBQ assessment.
Our middle school resources are designed to ensure that all students, regardless of prior experience, can successfully engage in complex inquiry and grow as civic thinkers and writers.
These resources will be available before the 2025-2026 school year begins. Sign up today to receive updates and special recommendations as you plan for the new year.
