St. Paul – We the People Summer Institute for High School Educators

The Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC), in partnership with the Center for Civic Education, is seeking a small group of Minnesota high school educators to participate in the We the People Summer Institute, a fully funded professional learning opportunity taking place July 13–17, 2026, at MHC in Saint Paul.

As the Minnesota State Coordinator for We the People and Project Citizen, MHC is working to expand civic education opportunities for educators and students across the state.

This immersive week-long institute will bring together educators from Minnesota and several other states to explore constitutional content, inquiry-based teaching strategies, and the nationally recognized We the People program. Participants will engage with constitutional scholars, learn best practices for simulated congressional hearings, and join a network of educators committed to strengthening civic learning.

The Summer Institute is intended for educators who are interested in exploring implementation of the We the People curriculum with students following the training.

Educator Benefits

• A free classroom set of We the People textbooks
• Content and instruction from constitutional scholars and civic education experts
• Ongoing mentorship and implementation support
• Access to a national professional learning community
• Opportunities to participate in Minnesota We the People Student Showcase experiences
• 52 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Eligibility

• High school government, civics, and history teachers
• Educators new to the We the People program or who have not participated within the past five years

The Center for Civic Education is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to promoting informed and engaged citizenship through civic education. Its We the People program helps students explore the principles and institutions of constitutional democracy through inquiry-based learning and simulated congressional hearings.