Participating Civics Renewal Network Partners

Educating for Self-Governance. Established in September 1999, the Bill of Rights Institute is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization that works to engage, educate, and empower individuals with a passion for the freedom and opportunity that exist in a free society.

Colonial Williamsburg’s mission that the future may learn from the past doesn’t stop at the boundaries of the Historic Area. The living past that fills the streets and homes here ripples out to classrooms through all 50 states, thanks to the Colonial Williamsburg Teacher Institute.

The cable channel’s site features a wealth of audio and video clips, both current and historical, related to government, history, and current events.

The Center for Civic Education helps students gain an increased understanding of the institutions of constitutional democracy and the fundamental principles and values upon which they are founded. To fulfill this mission, the Center develops high-quality instructional materials, provides exceptional professional learning for teachers, and advocates for more vital civic education in the United States and emerging democracies.

CFR Education aims to close the global literacy gap in our country by providing accessible, accurate, and authoritative resources that build the knowledge, skills, and perspective high school and higher education students need to understand and engage with today’s most pressing global issues.

The Constructive Dialogue Institute (CDI) is a research-based nonprofit organization that creates psychology-based educational tools to help students and their teachers easily discuss complex and divisive topics, even when they disagree.

The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate is dedicated to educating the public about the important role of the Senate in our government, encouraging participatory democracy, invigorating civil discourse, and inspiring the next generation of citizens and leaders to engage in the civic life of their communities.

Mount Vernon is dedicated to teaching people around the world about the life and legacies of George Washington. Our educational resources are designed to support further exploration into Washington’s world both in and out of the classroom.

The Gilder Lehrman Institute (GLI) of American History is the leading nonprofit and nonpartisan organization dedicated to improving the teaching and learning of American history through educational programs and resources. We serve K–12 teachers and students, honor scholars, and welcome and inform the general public.

Founded in 1824, the Historical Society of Pennsylvania preserves one of the nation’s largest collections of American history. With millions of manuscripts, books, and images spanning over 500 years, HSP is a vital resource for anyone exploring the past.

Founded in 2009 by Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, iCivics is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to advancing civic learning by providing educators and students with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to embrace and engage in our civic life together. We empower educators and lead the movement to make civic education a nationwide priority so all young people have the confidence to shape the world around them and believe in our country’s future.

The Center on Representative Government is a non-partisan, educational institution that has developed an extensive array of free civics education resources and activities to improve the public’s understanding of the role of representative government, to strengthen civic engagement, and to teach the skills that are essential to sustaining our form of representative democracy.

The Library of Congress is the nation’s oldest federal cultural institution, and it serves as the research arm of Congress. It is also the largest library in the world, with more than 162 million items. The collections include books, sound recordings, motion pictures, photographs, maps, and manuscripts.

The Lou Frey Institute promotes the development of enlightened, responsible, and actively engaged citizens.

The National Archives and Records Administration is an independent Federal agency that preserves and shares with the public records that trace the story of our nation, government, and the American people.

The National Constitution Center brings together people of all ages and perspectives, across America and around the world, to learn about, debate, and celebrate the greatest vision of human freedom in history, the U.S. Constitution.

National History Day (NHD) is a dynamic, year-round academic program with over 600,000 sixth through twelfth grade student participants from around the globe. NHD uses student research contests, educator professional development, and advanced evidence-based classroom curriculum to improve education and student performance.

Current events ready to go for students grades 6-12. Lessons based on the PBS NewsHour with focus on civics, social studies, ELA, science, art, and media literacy.

Retro Report is an independent nonprofit newsroom creating trusted documentary videos and classroom resources. Our more than 300 videos and lessons connect the past to the present, fostering engagement and critical thinking skills.

Sphere is a 501(c)3 organization that brings together experts from across the ideological spectrum and from a wide diversity of experiences and backgrounds to engage educators on the most pressing topics of the day.

Street Law, Inc. empowers people in classrooms and communities around the world with the civic and legal knowledge and skills they need to thrive.

Founded in 1963, Teach Democracy, initially named Constitutional Rights Foundation, aims to educate students about the tenets of democracy.

Teaching American History helps teachers bring the past to life through primary sources, thoughtful discussion, and programs that deepen understanding of America’s founding principles.

The New-York Historical Education Division provides dynamic programming and curriculum resources for students and teachers across the country. We believe historical study sparks curiosity and creativity, promotes cultural understanding, and fosters an empowered citizenry to strengthen our democracy.

Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, is owned and operated by the Thomas Jefferson Foundation, a private, nonprofit corporation with a dual mission of preservation and education.

The Youth Leadership Initiative at the University of Virginia Center for Politics is dedicated to increasing civic engagement by providing teachers with the best civics education materials and programs.