Celebrating Black History Month

As we begin celebrating Black History Month next week, we reflect on the triumphs and achievements of notable African Americans and seek inspiration from their lives and work. We assembled dozens of lessons, activities, and videos on a special page to support you and your students throughout the month. How are you celebrating? Share with us via email or tag us on social media using the hashtag #BRIBlackHistory and we will send you a special curriculum kit packed with swag and engaging activities for you and your students!

Join the Debate on Think the Vote!

The U.S. government is constrained by a debt ceiling—first created in 1917 by Congress—which limits the amount of debt it can borrow to pay its obligations. Recently, Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen notified Congress that government spending was on track to surpass the debt ceiling—which is currently set at over 31 trillion dollars—this summer. Congress and Americans began debating over whether lawmakers should raise the debt ceiling or not. What do your students think? Encourage them to join this latest debate, and both you and your students can win gift cards and swag!

Encourage Your Students to Submit Their Project

MyImpact Challenge is a civic engagement contest hosted by the Bill of Rights Institute. Our goal is simple: Foster a robust understanding of citizenship and get students active in their communities now! Student service projects can win up to $10,000, with $40,000 in total prizes available to students and teachers. Every project that meets the entry guidelines will be rewarded with a digital Civic Achievement badge. Applications for the 2022-23 Contest must be received by 11:59 p.m. PT on Monday, May 21, 2023.

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Federalist 10 | BRI’s Primary Source Essentials

How did Federalist 10 allow the Founders to create a Constitution with a stable and lasting form of government?In this rapid-fire episode of BRI’s Primary Source Essentials , learn the arguments from James Madison and why the Federalists believed a large republic was key to the Constitution.

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Educator Spotlight

Meet Christiana Forbush!

Although her biggest inspiration is her mother, and she completed her first questionnaire by saying she wanted to be a stay-at-home Mom or a teacher, Christiana Forbush chose the latter option. She also knew she wanted to be a teacher when she was in kindergarten.

Christiana received a Bachelor of Science in History Teaching, a Master of Arts in American History and Government...Read More.

BOE: Bottom of Email

Dear John,

Last week, we were excited to launch a new video series on our YouTube channel: Primary Source Essentials.

If you ever wanted to quickly grasp the most important aspects of Primary Sources, this new series provides swift, 2-minute looks at the vital parts of key primary sources from American history! "Primary Source Essentials " are the perfect introduction to large, daunting documents and sources and can easily be supplemented by BRI’s various "Close Read" and " Homework Help" videos.

Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to be notified whenever we release a new video.

Warmly,

Laura Vlk
Director, Educator Engagement
Bill of Rights Institute

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