DESE is proud to announce the U.S. Constitution Tour. Crystal Bridges Museum has an original copy of the U.S. Constitution as well as other important historical U.S. documents on display until January 2, 2023. Tickets to this event are free, but visitors must reserve seats on the Crystal Bridges website. DESE will help to commemorate this momentous occasion by providing Arkansas teachers, students, and community members with resources to support engagement around this opportunity.

DESE is inviting each school or district to signal their commitment to promote and celebrate this momentous event by completing this form. Information provided will ensure schools receive the most up to date information from DESE regarding the U.S. Constitution Tour.

By completing this form, your district/school commits to the following:

o Celebrate Constitution Day and Freedom Week during the month of September with planned activities (A.C.A. § 6-16-101)

o Promote the U.S. Constitution Tour by providing information to families and community members

o Integrate lessons supporting the acquisition of knowledge about the U.S. Constitution across all grade levels

o Showcase Constitution Day activities using #ARConstitutionTour

Based on this agreement to lead the U.S. Constitution Tour, DESE commits to the following:

o Donate a copy of A Visual Reference for Everything You Need to Know: An Infographic Guide to American Government by Carissa Lytle and Jara Kern to elementary libraries

o Donate a poster copy of the U.S. Constitution to high schools

o Develop and provide promotional materials to highlight events for schools and communities

o Provide professional learning opportunities to support teachers

o Provide information about opportunities for field trips to Crystal Bridges to see the U.S. Constitution and virtual field trips through William J. Clinton Presidential Library & Museum’s partnership with the National Archives

The DESE has also developed a website with resources for schools, teachers, families, and communities. These resources will include information on visiting the exhibit, interactive websites, book lists, and classroom and community resources. DESE looks forward to students and families across the state taking advantage of this incredible opportunity!