Civics that Empowers All Students II - 4th-8th Grade We the People Educator Application

Thank you for your interest in joining the second year of the We the People - Civics that Empower All 4th-8th Educator Cohort. You will joining in a meaningful series of professional learning events to support you and your students to advance Civic and Constitutional understanding and dialogue. The dates are tentatively Tuesday, July 23 - Sunday 28, 2024.

For all interested educators in early elementary and high school, please still apply. We are seeking additional funding to support you. We expect to be able to accept 4-5 teachers outside the grant.

We hope this is the beginning of years working together to a) equip and empower you with important civic knoweldge and pedagogy b) provide proven dialogue protocols to enhance civic and civil dialogue, and c) infuse We the People into your classroom curriculum to effectively teach civics.

Below is the application to learn about you, your students, and your commitment. You will be asked for a phone call or Zoom interview to make sure the research requirments are clear and that the program is a good fit for you and your students. Upon acceptance, a second survey will gather additional information to help us tailor the program to you specific needs including accessibility, food and lodging needs, and your hopes for your learning.

Please answer all questions to the best of your ability with what you expect for the 2024-2025 school year. We understand schedules are dynamic - please keep us informed as changes are both understandable and expected. We are happy to work with you and your individual situation.

Please complete this application as soon as possible to secure your spot. Educators not accepted into the second cohort may be asked to join the Control Teaher cohort and reapply for 2025-2026.

Note - for the 2024-2025 cohort, the summer sessions will occur in Boston and the year round professional learning and support will occur in Michigan and/or virtually. Thank you!

Contact Information

Name

Prefix

First Name

Last Name

Suffix

Your Preferred Email

Please provide an email you will have consistent access to including over the summer during the institute.

Verify Email

Best Phone - Available All Summer

Home Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

School (or building) as anticipated for 2024-2025

School District as anticipated for 2024-2025

School/Work Address (as anticipated for 2024-2025)

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

Country

What is the full name and contact information of your principal (or other administrative structure)?

What is the full name and contact information of your superintendent (or other administrative structure)?

What grade(s) do you expect to teach in the upcoming school year?

Describe your teaching experience. Number of years and levels?

Describe both your comfort with and hopes for student collaboration and civic, Constitutionally based dialogue?

What course(s) do you expect to teach in the upcoming school year?

Your Why

In what ways might participation in the year-long We the People benefit you and your students? Please explain your motivation applying and describe what you are hoping to gain from your involvement.

Your Students

Please describe the students you anticipate being engaged in We the People? What are some of the unique qualities of the students you serve?

Permissions

Teacher Agreement and Expectations

Teachers are asked to participate to their fullest ability in all of the below.

Summer Attendance

I can attend the entirety of the summer sessions - approximately 6 full days. There will be approximately 16 academic year hours including in person, learning labs, and virtual sessions.

Yes

Other (if other, please explain below)

CEAS - We the People Research Requirements

By participating in the CEAS - We the People Program, I agree to the following (please check all boxes to show your agreement):

Involve MCCE staff and mentors in my classroom to observe and support classroom We the People instruction

Take teacher content pre and post-tests per the Georgetown University research study

Administer student knowledge pre-tests in the beginning of my course and administer student knowledge post-tests at the end of my course to the same students

Infuse and use the We the People curriculum and instructional strategies for at least 20 hours in my class or program

Collect, provide, and share information and stories from my and my students' experiences

Actively participate in our Professional Learning Community (online and in person) as described above

Use the classroom texts I receive in my classroom as relevant

Conduct a hearing and submit a reflection on behalf of my class(es)

Attend all required workshops (Summer, Fall, Spring, and support sessions) both online and at a designated location(s)

Stipend Eligibility

I understand I will be paid a $500 stipend for participating in and completing the Program. I understand payment will occur only upon completion of all the requirements of the research study and at the end of the 2024-2025 school year.

Yes

Other

Additional Interviews

I understand I will have an interview. This may be done in person, on the phone, and/or over Zoom. This is to ensure complete understanding of the research requirements and to make sure this is a good fit for you and your students.

Yes

Other

Administrative Support

My administration is aware of and supportive of my involvement in the Program. MCCE will provide a letter to share with your administration for participation and to support you through the project requirements.

Yes

Other

Photo, Video, and Classroom Permissions

By applying, I understand photos, videos, and likeness of myself and my school and students may be used by the Michigan Center for Civic Education and its partners including the Center for Civic Education and the National Constitution Center.

Yes

Other

Conduct

By applying, I understand I will conduct myself professionally displaying professional vulnerability embracing opportunities to reflect and grow in my practice.

Yes

Other

Additional Information

Please use this section to provide any additional information that will be helpful in reviewing your application. If you indicated "other" in any of the above sections, please clarify here.

Consent

My typed name below signifies understanding, agreement, and compliance with all aspects of the CEAS - We the People Program. I understand this is both an important curriculum and instructional tool as well as a research study. I agree to join the professional learning community and adhere to the mandates of the Program.

Typed Name as Signature for Consent

Thank you

Thank you so much for applying. We look forward to working with you!

If you have any quesstions, please don't hesitate to contact us. Please email or call Ellen at 248 321 4842 (cell) or ezwarensteyn@miciviced.org!