Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE): American History and Civics Education National Activities-Seminars; Assistance Listing Number 84.422C

Background
The Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE) within the Department of Education is issuing a grant opportunity for the American History and Civics Education National Activities-Seminars program. This initiative aims to promote innovative strategies for teaching American history, civics, government, and geography, particularly in light of the upcoming Semiquincentennial, which marks the 250th anniversary of the United States.

The program seeks to cultivate a citizenry capable of sustaining self-government by equipping educators and students with the knowledge and character necessary to uphold freedoms.

Grant Details
The AHC-Seminars program will support seminars designed for educators or students that focus on American history and civics in honor of the Semiquincentennial. These seminars must study the American political tradition, including foundational principles as outlined in key historical documents such as the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution.

Applicants are required to design innovative or evidence-based approaches that enhance understanding of these subjects. The program emphasizes a commitment to civic education that fosters informed patriotism and citizen competency.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education or other nonprofit or for-profit organizations with expertise in developing evidence-based approaches aimed at improving the quality of teaching in American history, civics, and government. Priority will be given to applicants from institutions that have established independent academic units dedicated to civic thought and constitutional studies.

Period of Performance
The project period for this grant can last up to 36 months.

Grant Value
The estimated available funds for this program are $14,200,000, with individual awards ranging from $500,000 to $1,000,000 per year. The average size of awards is expected to be around $650,000 per year.