Bill of Rights Institute

BRI is keeping busy this summer, as we continue hosting workshops and professional development sessions on civics education for teachers all over the country. Will we come to a town near you? Read our latest blog for more! #civics #socialstudies billofrightsinstitute.org/blog/bri-enjoy…

Discover the tensions of the hours before Operation Overlord, the words Gen. Eisenhower prepared in case of failure, and the quiet, resolute character that defined his command. From late-night meetings with Churchill and Montgomery to visits with young paratroopers hours before…

On #TDIH in 1974, Barbara Jordan spoke in front of the U.S. House Judiciary Committee. Our American Portraits resource examines how Jordan’s speech showed her commitment to seeking justice in the Watergate scandal. billofrightsinstitute.org/lessons/barbar…

My latest .@BRInstitute dramatic narrated mini-documentary (4-mins) on Dwight Eisenhower and D-Day! Give a watch and share! m.youtube.com/watch?v=Q28Xdy…

How do Bill of Rights Institute classroom resources and programs prepare students for their future? Anthony Simone shares how we help young people develop valuable life skills that will serve them in their communities and throughout their careers. youtube.com/watch?v=mpQBMw…

On #TDIH in 1974, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled on U.S. v. Nixon. Our Supreme Court Documents-Based Questions (DBQs) resource examines the principle of separation of powers in the case and whether or not it intended to create absolute executive privilege. billofrightsinstitute.org/lessons/united…

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Yesterday marked the anniversary of Jackie Robinson's 1962 induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Our American Portraits resource examines Robinson’s display of courage in breaking the color barrier in pro baseball, and students will use his example to act more courageously.…

Reading through some excellent books on the American founding for two upcoming @BRInstitute Scholar Talks interviews! 📚 ☕️

Are you signed up to participate in the Civic Star Challenge? This contest is a great way for educators to celebrate 250 years of American independence in the 2025-26 school year! Bring the ideals of the Declaration of Independence to life in your classroom with the Civic Star…

Got home from an amazing vacation with family last night. Unpacked, did laundry, repacked. Now back on the road! The next 3 weeks is full of travel! This week Nevada and North Dakota where I get to meet and work with teachers! I can’t wait! Busy season starting! @madisonteacher

This year, we are celebrating 250 years of American independence by bringing the ideals of the Declaration of Independence to life in classrooms across the country through our Civics Star Challenge! This is a nationwide opportunity for K–12 educators to spark creativity,…

Congratulations to Vick Tan! His project, Fish Hut, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that brings fishing and education to underserved kids in his community, earned an Honorable Mention award in our 2025 MyImpact Challenge. Learn about all our winners today! bit.ly/4lP5P0u…

Robert Gould Shaw died #OTD in 1863. Our American Portraits resource examines how Shaw’s sacrifice during the Civil War demonstrated courage and how he helped to show that Black Union soldiers were equal to their white comrades. billofrightsinstitute.org/lessons/robert…

Spent yesterday @TJMonticello talking about ways to engage students in #civildiscourse using @BRInstitute resources!

Congratulations to Spencer Chaisanguanthum! His project, Eloquence Academy (“EA”) a nonprofit organization that increases equitable public speaking and academic debate opportunities for historically underserved students through classes, tournaments, workshops, in-school programs,…

Congratulations to Suraj Shah and Courtney Tetteh-Martey! Their project, Debate Discovery Kits, a student-led organization to expand access to speech and debate education, earned an Honorable Mention award in our 2025 MyImpact Challenge. Learn about all our winners today!…

Had a blast with a room full of teachers @SphereEdIn today talking about using @BRInstitute resources to support academic writing in the classroom. And maybe an idea or two about how to use AI to stay ahead of students using AI. #socialstudies365

Congratulations to Naomi Hsu! Her project, Step By Step Dance, a nonprofit organization devoted to empowering individuals with special needs through dance, earned an Honorable Mention award in our 2025 MyImpact Challenge. Learn about all our winners today! bit.ly/4lP5P0u…

Getting ready for wheels up for a PD double. Today is @BRInstitute resources for academic writing and ways to beat student AI use @SphereEdIn Tomorrow is @TJMonticello talking #civildiscourse It is always a great day to talk about #socialstudies365