Educational Events

Join us as we kick off the first of fifty GWTI 250 Regional Programs around the country! 

Renowned scholars and educators from George Washington's Mount Vernon, the Adams Presidential Center, and Thomas Jefferson's Monticello invite K-12 teachers to examine the connections between the lives and legacies of America's first three presidents. How did their early lives, viewpoints, actions, and varying roles as citizens before, during, and after the American Revolution impact the founding of the United States? 

Teachers MUST teach in a formal K-12 classroom or school setting.

Join Mount Vernon's K12 staff to learn more about the application process for The George Washington Teacher Institute Summer Residential Programs, and ask staff directly about how to submit a top-scoring application.

Register: Nov. 19Register: Dec. 8Register: Jan. 8

George Washington’s Mount Vernon presents a free in-person and virtual program to thank K-12 teachers. 

Join us in conversation with Laurie Halse Anderson, the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award-winning author, about her newest book, Rebellion 1776.

Join Mount Vernon's K12 staff to learn more about the application process for The George Washington Teacher Institute Summer Residential Programs, and ask staff directly about how to submit a top-scoring application.

Register: Nov. 19Register: Dec. 8Register: Jan. 8

Great American leaders, beginning with George Washington, and those of later generations like Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Dwight D. Eisenhower, were called on in the most challenging circumstances to use strategy and skill to ensure our nation's stability.

In partnership with the George Washington Teacher Institute, The National WWII Museum invites you to discuss Leadership & Legacy: Washington to the Leaders of WWII in celebration of the 250th Anniversary of our Declaration of Independence.

Educators will spend time in whole-group sessions, exhibit exploration, and collaborate with other educators.

Teachers MUST teach in a formal K-12 classroom or school setting.

How does George Washington connect to Colorado? Join educators from the History Colorado Center and George Washington's Mount Vernon to explore his life, legacy, and relevancy through primary source analysis and the new exhibit Moments That Made Us. We will examine local, state, and national history through multiple perspectives and discuss the lasting impact of our first president.

Teachers MUST teach in a formal K-12 classroom or school setting.

As the first president of a new nation, George Washington’s presidential administration was rife with instability and violence. Lyndon B. Johnson entered office after an assassination and had to lead the country through the struggle for Civil Rights and the Vietnam War. This workshop will analyze the leadership skills and struggles of Washington and Johnson and explore the legacies they left to a nation.  

Teachers MUST teach in a formal K-12 classroom or school setting.

Join us at the National WWI Museum and Memorial to explore the legacies of 1776 and 1917. Although the wars fought by George Washington and John Pershing were separated by over 140 years, in many ways, they faced similar challenges in fielding armies capable of defeating “modern” powerful foes.

We will spend the evening examining these challenges and how the evolution of American society and war in those years also presented both commanders with obstacles and opportunities deeply rooted to their specific times. The "Spirit of 1776” and the “Spirit of 1917” ultimately led to victory in the American Revolution and the Great War, but the path to success was hard for both commanders and the Republic they served. By exploring leadership traits that endure across the ages, teachers will be prepared to help their students find connections and themes throughout history.

From 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., this lecture will be open to the public. 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. is open to any teacher who attends the lecture, and 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. is for applicants selected for the workshop.

Register soon!