Name
We the Teachers: New Resources for Civic Education (Online)
Date
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Time
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM (EDT)
Description
In time for America’s 250th anniversary, the Smithsonian is launching an integrated suite of civic education resources in summer 2026 dedicated to civic education. The site pulls together a full spectrum of Smithsonian program models that engage young people in conversations about their communities, and about themselves as valued voices in civic dialogue. The site shares activities, lesson plans, research guides, dialogue tips, case studies and more to bolster students’ civic understanding. Educators of any discipline will leave the session understanding the kinds of resources available on the site, and how they have been used to encourage students to develop their civic identities.
Speakers
Jennifer Brundage, Smithsonian Office of the Under Secretary for Education
Sherrell Williams, Smithsonian Office of the Under Secretary for Education
Sherrell Williams, Smithsonian Office of the Under Secretary for Education
Session Type
50-minute online session (Tues., July 14 only)
Session Track
Placing History in Context
Grades
6-8, 9-12
Subject Areas
English/Language Arts, Social Studies, Visual Arts, Oral history
Audience
Middle and High School Teachers, Museum Educators and Staff, School Administrators and Policymakers, Non-Profit Organizations in Education