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The 2023 MyImpact Challenge Contest is Open In the spirit of Patriot and Remembrance Day–observed across the nation this past Sunday, September 11–the Bill of Rights Institute is proud to announce the launch of the MyImpact Challenge 2023 civic engagement contest. Our goal with the contest is simple: foster a robust understanding of citizenship and get students active in their communities now! $40,000 in prizes will be awarded to winning students and their teachers!
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Visit the website to learn more and please encourage your students to enter!
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Join the Debate & Win Swag and a Gift Card! In the wake of multiple mass shootings across the United States over the summer, Congress passed, and President Biden signed a new package of laws—titled the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act—designed to address gun violence. After the passage of this act, debates still continue over whether further legislation is needed. What do your students think?
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Should Congress pass further legislation to increase restrictions on firearms?
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Learn More & Cast a Vote
FREE Online Forum on Civil Discourse
This is an educational opportunity you don’t want to miss! On September 26 from 5-6 p.m. CT, the Bill of Rights Institute is hosting a special online forum with the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. Critical Conversations: Civic Friendship, Divisive Topics, and Democratic Discourse will feature BRI President David Bobb; Danielle Allen of Harvard University; Ashley Rogers Berner of Johns Hopkins University; and Arkansas teacher Jessica Culver, from Ozark High School. The event is completely FREE—but we just ask that you RSVP in advance.
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You can learn more and RSVP here.
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The Second Amendment | BRI's Homework Help Series What are the origins of the Second Amendment, and how has it been interpreted throughout U.S. history?
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This Homework Help video explores the history of the Second Amendment as well as the Supreme Court interpretations of it that shape current discussions on the topic of gun control.
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WATCH HERE
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We're excited to offer a special opportunity from our friends at
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The Changemaker Project , a nonprofit that (like us!) empowers youth to take civic action. They offer youth ages 13-18 the tools, funding, and mentorship they need to launch social impact projects in their communities.
The Changemaker Project has generously offered us a coupon code for 50% off registration fees for the first 50 students who sign up. (Their deadline is this Thursday, September 15th, so sign up ASAP!)
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Here's the link to learn more and register , and be sure to use coupon code SCHOLARSHIPBORI at the checkout to get your discount 🙌
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Educator SpotlightMeet Thomas Griffin!Besides being named a James Madison Fellow, Thomas Griffin's proudest moments as a teacher over the last thirteen years have come while "working with students who have been implementing projects designed for civic engagement in which they took action in an effort to address problems that were important to them." Thomas currently teaches U.S. History, World History, and AP World History at Johnston High School in Johnston, Iowa
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BOE: Bottom of EmailDear John,
We are counting down the days to our Constitution Day Live broadcast, and we hope you and your students can join us for all or part of the program on Friday, September 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m ET.
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Two videos have already been published and are available on the website along with viewing guides . Guests will include scholars, a U.S. senator, a representative of the National Park Service, and a national correspondent for CBS News!
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Visit the website to learn more and register!
Warmly,
Laura Vlk
Director, Educator Engagement
Bill of Rights Institute
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