This year is a once-in-a-teaching-lifetime opportunity to imbue the endurance of the Declaration of Independence for 250 years throughout American history. Unpack our 250 years through Civic Star Challenge, a collaboration from iCivics and the Bill of Rights Institute that boosts the lessons of the Declaration of Independence.
The contest rewards K-12 teachers and classrooms for any classroom activity that references themes from the Declaration of Independence in American history for an opportunity win over 400 incredible prizes! The first drawing for prizes will open tomorrow, Friday, Oct. 31!
Win a $10,000 grant for your school, an all-expenses-paid national civic education trip, or a share of over $100,000 in other prizes by joining the Essay Challenge! Submit your essay answering the question: "Why is civic learning important in my classroom, and how does it empower my students?"