K12 students and teachers are creating unprecedented opportunities for inquiry-based learning by expanding the geographic boundaries of their classrooms - - virtually and cost effectively.

Alex's Virtual Lemonade Stand
Students in Grades K-12; College and University Students

When life gives you lemons... make lemonade! Inspired by the journey of Philadelphia-area hero Alex Scott, the Alex's Virtual Lemonade Stand Project celebrates the idea that just one kid can make a difference. Join schools from around the world to raise awareness and money for pediatric cancer research, all while participating in standards-based projects that make the process...

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Coins, Coins, Coins!
Students in Grades 3-5

Coins, Coins, Coins is a dynamic, project-based, two-part videoconference series. It allows students to explore the history of coins and then create one representing their own communities. The first videoconference will introduce coins - - everything from ancient Greece to present-day United States - - in the museum’s collection. Students will then be challenged to create their own...

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Constitution Day: The Rule of Law
Pennsylvania Students in Grades 6-7

The rule of law is one of the most vital concepts to the success of our legal system, and indeed, to society in general. Rules established in the classroom, at home, within a school—all are meant to ensure a degree of fairness and interest in the common good.  In light of Constitution Day, how does the 224 year-old document reveal the rule of law?  How do federal judges and attorneys use the...

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Famous Americans – Early Elementary
Grades 2-3

Have your students explore American History as they research and portray famous Americans as part of this engaging, interactive videoconference! Each participating class will give three "60 second" presentations about three different famous Americans. Snapshots should include pertinent facts about the famous American - - and the student representing the famous American should be dressed like...

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Famous Americans – Upper Elementary
Grades 4-5

Have your students explore American History as they research and portray famous Americans as part of this engaging, interactive videoconference! Each participating class will give three "60 second" presentations about three different famous Americans. Snapshots should include pertinent facts about the famous American - - and the student representing the famous American should be dressed like...

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High School Students Across the Country Decide: Are the Principles of the U.S. Constitution Reflected in Your School?
Students in grades 9-12
The Exchange

MAGPI is pleased to help promote this event for our member, The National Constitution Center.

Students from schools across the country will discuss the principles of the U.S. Constitution and whether or not they are reflected in their schools during The Exchange at the National Constitution Center. The program will take place on Thursday, September 16, 2010, from 12:30...

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International Education through Teachers Without Borders
K-20 Educators interested in International Education Programs

Teachers Without Borders is a non-profit, international organization
with a small staff and a membership of over 6,500 in over 180
countries. Our programs are conceived by, led, and developed by local
education leaders and supported by a global network of colleagues.

Join founder Dr. Fred Mednick and Program Director Dr. Konrad Glogowski for an innovative panel...

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