Today's Classroom Activities :
Citizenship in America
The November elections sound the call of citizenship to many Americans. In This Land is Our Land by Maryann Manning you will find numerous resources that can amplify it.
Living the Promise will teach you how to transform the Pledge of Allegiance's lofty language into words kids can live by – in just 10 minutes!
Civics is at the heart of social studies – but how much do your students know about democracy and their roles as citizens? Here are some activities to get them started in How to Build a Citizen.
"Celebrate America" Fifth Grade Creative Writing Contest
The American Immigration Law Foundation is proud to sponsor the Annual "Celebrate America" Creative Writing Contest in an ongoing effort to educate the public about the benefits of immigration to our society. Open to fifth grade students across the nation, this contest encourages our youth, families and surrounding communities to evaluate and appreciate the effects of immigration in our own lives. This, in turn, allows them to see that America is truly a nation of immigrants.
Maximum Award: All-expenses paid trip to AILF's Annual Benefit, engraved plaque, flag flown over the Capitol
Eligibility: Fifth Grade Students
Deadline: February 1, 2009
www.ailf.org/awards/essaycontest
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Teacher Grant Program
The American Immigration Law Foundation's will award grants nationwide for the 2008-2009 school year to fund a limited number of K-12 grade level projects that provide education about immigrants and immigration. The Foundation seeks to fund activities that are innovative and supportive of AILF's mission of promoting the benefits of immigrants to our nation. Applications are limited to educators teaching in public or private primary, intermediate, and secondary level schools. Proposals that are classroom-based will receive strong consideration, and the Foundation encourages projects that can be replicated in other classrooms across the nation. Funds for field-trips will not be granted. Grants are non-renewable. AILF is always looking for innovative and creative ideas, this year focus will be emphasized on proposals that relate to the following categories:
- Innovative use of technology
- Underrepresented minorities
- Community outreach and partnerships with community based organizations
- Math and science.
Please visit the website listed below for an application and more information on how to apply.
Maximum Award: $500
Eligibility: Educators teaching in public or private primary, intermediate, and secondary level schools
Deadline: November 28, 2008
www.ailf.org/teach/grants
