We The People

The primary goal of We the People: The Citizen and the Constitution is to promote civic competence and responsibility among the nation's elementary and secondary students. What makes the program so successful is the design of its instructional program, including its innovative culminating activity.

The instructional program enhances students understanding of the institutions of American constitutional democracy. At the same time, students discover the contemporary relevance of the Constitution and Bill of Rights.

Participants hold a simulated congressional hearing as the culminating activity for the We the People program. The entire class, working in cooperative teams, prepares and presents statements before a panel of community representatives who act as congressional committee members. Students then answer questions posed by the committee members. The format provides students an opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of constitutional principles while providing teachers with an excellent means of assessing performance.

Ask John Project
Ask John Project

This project teaches about the US Constitution with Professor John Kaminski.

Competition Registration
AZ Competition Registration

Register a team for the regional competition!

Showcase Registration
AZ Showcase Registration

Register a team for the regional or state showcase!

AZ WTP Alumni
AZ WTP Alumni

Join our alumni network to tap into a powerful community of support and opportunity.

Competition Registration
Civics Contests

Youth can demonstrate their civics knowledge and win a prize!

FAQS
FAQs

See the answers to commonly asked questions.

Grant Opportunities
Grant Opportunities

Small grants available to assist law related educational programs.

Important Dates
Important Dates

Stay ahead of the game! Don’t miss out on important program deadlines and key dates.

Law Docs
Law Docs

Browse some of the foundational documents of American democracy.

Registration History
Registration History

Review and make changes to team details.

Teacher Assistance
Teacher Assistance

Regional coordinators are available to assist educators to implement the We the People program.

Videos
Videos

WTP offers video resources that aim to teach or explain a subject in an informative way.

Volunteer Signup
Volunteer Signup

Make a difference and expand your knowledge! Sign up to volunteer at our upcoming educational events.

WTP Curriculum
WTP Curriculum

Shape your future- dive into our curriculum and find your perfect learning path.

WTP Summer Institute
WTP Summer Institute

Discover how WTP helps students understand the history of our government.

Teacher Resources
WTP Teacher Resources

Check out our digital resources which you can download and use for your classroom.

Teacher Training
WTP Teacher Training

Learn more about and register for free training.