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Ask the Expert: The First Amendment in Schools

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Constitution Day-The First Amendment in Schools

Check out this interactive and engaging learning experience with Professor David L. Hudson, The Nation’s Foremost First Amendment Scholar to celebrate Constitution Day and discuss the role of the first amendment in schools.

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Educational Resources

  • A collection of First Amendment lessons is available here.

  • iCivics offers many First Amendment lessons. A free account is required.

  • Middle and high school lessons on the First Amendment are available here.

  • An article about a Reno, Nevada First Amendment case is available from NewsELA here. A free account is required.

    • SS.9-12.CE.16. Analyze how the interpretation of the founding documents have evolved throughout U.S. history.

    • SS.9-12.CE.23. Evaluate the ways in which citizens or associations have used the Constitution to influence or take action to fight for civil liberties and social justice. 

    • SS.9-12.CE.24. Analyze ways in which individuals can participate in the process of creating positive changes for their communities by taking informed civic action.

    • SS.9-12.CE.25. Investigate ways that citizens can utilize civic action to create communities of respect, equity, and diversity at the local, state, and national level.

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Informed Action Ideas

  • Examine issues at your school that could be considered First Amendment protections or violations. Present your findings or concerns to an authority at your school. Work with the authority to spread the word or right the wrong.