Plus: 27 Amendments Overview Upcoming Scholar Exchanges A Class Takeover on Benjamin Franklin Featuring Ken Burns and Erica Armstrong Dunbar All-level: Wednesday, March 30, 12 p.m. ET Filmmaker Ken Burns and historian Erica Armstrong Dunbar join us for a discussion of Benjamin Franklin, a new documentary that explores the life of the scientist, inventor, writer, diplomat, and signer of Declaration of Independence and Constitution. The conversation, moderated by Center president and CEO Jeffrey Rosen, will examine Franklin’s pivotal role at the 1787 Constitutional Convention, as well as explore his work as a printer, a scientist, and an abolitionist. Students will also have the opportunity to view special sneak peeks from the documentary prior to the program, and discuss the importance of storytelling with the panelists. Presented in partnership with PBS. REGISTER: ALL-LEVEL Amendment Review: 27 Amendments in 27 Minute—Give or Take a Few! Introductory: Wednesday, March 30, 2 p.m. ET Advanced: Friday, April 1, 1 p.m. ET In this fast-paced and fun session, students will review all of the 27 amendments added to the Constitution, and explore the big ideas and changes that each one has made on our system of government. Be ready for a quick review of over 230 years of constitutional history! REGISTER: INTRODUCTORY REGISTER: ADVANCED Explore the schedule for the entire school year to register for upcoming sessions. All classes are recorded, captioned, and posted on our website and YouTube channel. MORE CIVIC LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES Register for a Peer-to-Peer Scholar Exchange Schedule your class to join a peer-to-peer exchange, which allows your students to engage in constitutional topics with scholars in a smaller group to improve constitutional understanding. The goal is to promote deeper understanding and enhance opportunities for civil discourse and discussion. Having constitutional conversations outside the walls of the classroom is essential for an active and engaged citizenry. Topics include Battles for Equality in America: The 14th Amendment Voting Rights Amendments Fourth Amendment. REGISTER Celebrating Women's History Month Throughout Women’s History Month, the Center is recognizing extraordinary American women throughout the nation’s history. Check out our 19th Amendment exhibit online through Google Arts & Culture 19th Amendment Exhibit The 19th Amendment: How Women Won the Vote exhibit traces the triumphs and struggles that led to the ratification of the 19th Amendment, and features some of the many women who transformed constitutional history—including Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Alice Paul, and Ida B. Wells. Explore the first two sections of the exhibit online through Google Arts & Culture: Discover how the early women's movement formed and later divided over race and tactics after the Civil War in The 19th Amendment: Women Fight for Rights (1848-1877). Explore how suffragists adapted their techniques for trying to win the vote after Reconstruction and into the 20th century in The 19th Amendment: Suffragists Change Tactics (1876–1916). For Educators Voting Rights in America Wednesday, April 20, 2022, 6:30 – 8 p.m. ET Explore the right to vote throughout history and work to answer several key questions about voting rights in America. Where does the Constitution protect the right to vote? What role did the amendment process play in shaping voting rights? What has the Supreme Court said about the right to vote over time? We will also look at important ways to engage students in civil dialogue about current events and modern questions. Martha S. Jones, Society of Black Alumni Presidential Professor and Professor of History at The Johns Hopkins University, joins us for this session.  The National Constitution Center is excited to host this series in partnership with the Los Angeles County Office of Education. Sessions are open to all educators nationwide. REGISTER We offer year-round professional development opportunities and ways to engage with our educator community. Learn more Connect with us Interactive Constitution | Professional Development | Events Calendar | Online Learning Opportunities 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. Update your email preferences by clicking the Update Profile link below to subscribe to other National Constitution Center newsletters and manage how often you hear from us. 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