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Middle School Teacher Info

Learn beyond the classroom with Close Up!

Teachers in DC Shadow

Close Up offers exciting, hands-on experiences in the nation’s capital.

Since 1971, Close Up has partnered with educators from around the country to empower young people and help them develop the skills needed to become informed and engaged citizens. More than 2,000 educators participate in our programs each year and over 95% of alumni report that their Close Up experience inspired them to become more active in their schools and communities.

While your students participate in dynamic, curriculum-based experiences, you can enjoy our one-of-a-kind Teacher Program, which runs parallel to our student programs. Learn more about our middle school civics education programs and choose the ultimate experience for your school today!

On this trip of a lifetime, your students will:

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Visit the monuments, memorials and museums that define our history.
A multi-partisan approach that encourages students to think about different perspectives.
Engage in meaningful discussions with new friends from across the U.S.
Exclusive access to the nation’s capital, its iconic sites and institutions.
Journey through time to learn about history and how it impacts us today.
In-person meetings with prominent advocacy organizations and policymakers.
Get an inside look at how Congress works through a workshop on Capitol Hill.
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Take part in an exciting Mock Congress and learn more about current issues.

LEAVE THE PLANNING TO CLOSE UP!

Our programs are all-inclusive and available year-round – getting started is easy!

ENROLL TODAY >

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Have fun, gain insight, and earn credits!

Middle school civics teachers choose Close Up when they expect to enjoy their DC experience, personally and professionally, and not have to be solely responsible for student safety, liability, and logistics. Not only will your students better understand their roles as citizens but you will have the opportunity to network with other educators and earn graduate or CEU credits, while attending exciting workshops and explorations!

  • HELP US EDUCATE, INSPIRE, AND ENGAGE EVEN MORE STUDENTS BY REFERRING A TEACHER TODAY!


“

Close Up made me realize how SIGNIFICANT my thoughts and views are…

Although everyone will not always agree, everyone has a voice and needs to be heard.

— Christie, Student, Texas ”
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“

I learned that there’s a huge network of people with the same goals and drive as me…

and that our collaboration really could make a difference. It gave me hope for the future of our communities and our nation!

— Kemper, Student, Texas ”
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“

I plan to introduce Close Up’s professional development to the teachers I work with…

and use this as a part of my school’s requirement that students take action on issues of local, national, and international importance.

— Middle School, Educator, South Carolina ”
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“

Close Up brought me CLOSER to politics…

the entire notion no longer seemed obscure. I became very involved in politics on the local and national level.

— Margaret, Student, New York ”
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