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The formation of citizens and leaders begins well before students set foot on a college campus. That is why the Chase Center prioritizes initiatives to strengthen K-12 education by delivering professional development to middle- and high school teachers, building capacity for schools rooted in a classical and liberal arts tradition, and sharing our faculty’s expertise with educational partners.
We are excited to offer our "Teaching the U.S. Constitution" workshop in Summer 2027, and "Building Classroom Communities through Civil Discourse" in February 2027. Learn more about each below.
Founding Documents Summer Workshops (Summer 2027)
Founding Documents Summer Workshops
The Salmon P. Chase Center for Civics, Culture, and Society at The Ohio State University offers weeklong summer professional development workshops for civics, government, and history teachers from across the country.
These opportunities are designed for middle and high school teachers. These workshops increase teachers’ knowledge of and appreciation for the key texts and events that have shaped this nation’s history.
The Founding Documents Summer Workshops are made possible thanks to a generous grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
Questions? Please contact Jon Spiegler at spiegler.10@osu.edu.
Summer 2026: Declaration of Independence
In summer 2026, our first set of workshops provided strategies and resources for teaching about the Declaration of Independence. These workshops coincided with the United States Semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Sessions included lectures from experts on the American Founding, discussion of strategies for teaching the Declaration, and simulation exercises on the Second Continental Congress.
Summer 2027: The U.S. Constitution (SIGN UP TO RECEIVE INFORMATION WHEN APPLICATION IS AVAILABLE!)
In summer 2027, we will offer professional development workshops focused on the U.S. Constitution. Details on these workshops will be available by early 2027. Please sign up to be notified when the application is available by clicking the button below.
Summer 2028: The Bill of Rights
In summer 2028, we will offer professional development workshops on the Bill of Rights. Details on these workshops will be available by early 2028.
Building Classroom Communities through Civil Discourse (February 2027)
Building Classroom Communities through Civil Discourse
The Chase Center is partnering with Sphere Education Initiatives to deliver Building Classroom Communities through Civil Discourse, a teacher and educational leader professional development program. This hands-on, daylong event is designed for middle and high school educators and administrators looking for tools, tips, and tricks for fostering and managing complex conversations.
Date & Time
Saturday, February 20, 2027, from 8:00AM – 3:30 PM EST
Location
Blackwell Inn, The Ohio State University (Columbus, OH)
Attendee Benefits
- 6 hours of in-person professional development & certificate of completion
- $75 stipend upon completion
- Free classroom resources and books
- Complimentary breakfast and lunch
Questions? Please contact Jon Spiegler at spiegler.10@osu.edu.