Preamble Project Curriculum
FAQs
Which grade-levels are eligible to participate?
The program is designed for use in Middle and High Schools
Is there a cost to participate?
No, the program is funded and free to classroom teachers.
What is the time commitment?
By taking advantage of the online video library, educators may continue the program at a pace that suits their classroom curriculum for the year.
What day is Constitution Day?
Constitution Day is September 17th.
Why is Constitution Day important?
It is a day to celebrate the founding principles of America. It fulfills an existing federal law that requires all schools receiving federal funds to celebrate Constitution Day.
Do students need background knowledge about the Constitution?
No, students do not need background knowledge about the Constitution or Preamble. All discussion guides, materials and lesson plans will be provided.
Many Aspirations…
We asked Americans, “which aspiration in the Preamble to the US Constitution is the most important and why?” Watch their responses here and decide for yourself
Who wrote ‘We the people’?
An exploration of the “forgotten founding father” Gouverneur Morris, author or the Preamble to the US Constitution.
The Original People
Produced in partnership with the Native American Rights Fund, “The Original People” remembers those who called North America home long before the words “we the people” were written.