Connect Your Students to a 250-Year Legacy
Engage. Share. Win.
Teach the themes of the Declaration of Independence throughout the 2025-26 school year for a chance to win prizes and swag.
<p>In partnership with iCivics, the Challenge celebrates teachers who share the themes of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the birth of our nation during the 2025-26 school year.</p>
<p>Educators who log activities that touch on these themes are entered into a prize drawing. Each item logged counts as an entry. Four prize drawings will occur throughout the school year, and $200,000 in prizes will be available for you and your school.</p>
<p>1. <strong>Engage your students</strong> with our recommended activities or suggested resources that explore themes from the Declaration of Independence.</p>
<p>2. <strong><a href="https://civicstarchallenge.org/submissions">Submit a short form</a></strong> to share your students’ participation and earn a chance to win $300 and fun swag!</p>
<p>3. <strong>Continue to engage your students</strong> with themes from the Declaration of Independence throughout the school year. You’ll have four opportunities to win, and each submission increases your chances of receiving prizes.</p>
<p>The Challenge is open to all teachers of grades K-12. </p>
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Participation in the Main Civic Star Challenge Contest opens the door to over 400 incredible prizes, from classroom grants to national recognition and exclusive learning opportunities.
Civic Star Champion Random Drawing- $300 civic education grant, awarded directly to you
- Fun swag
- $10,000 civic education grant, awarded directly to your school, to support impactful civic activities and initiatives
- An all-expenses-paid trip to a national civic education event, where you can network and gain insights
- $2,000 classroom grant, awarded directly to your school, to support impactful civic activities and initiatives
- A personalized plaque and certificate recognizing your civic education excellence
- Exclusive access to virtual learning environments from iCivics and the Bill of Rights Institute to enhance your teaching
- $1,000 classroom grant, awarded directly to your school, to support impactful civic activities and initiatives
- An official "National Civic Engagement Leader" digital badge for professional recognition
- Recognition in national press releases and education newsletters
- $100 classroom microgrant, awarded directly to you, to support civic learning materials
- Formal recognition in the form of a digital "Certificate of Engagement Leadership"
Take the Next Step
Only after submitting the Main Contest form will you be sent a link to enter the Educator Essay Contest, where you can compete for $10,000, an all-expenses-paid national civic education trip, or other school prizes.
Have Questions?
If you can't find what you are looking for feel free to contact us at civicstarchallenge@billofrightsinstitute.org and we will be happy to assist.
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