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Keystone Connections: Pennsylvania’s Civic Legacy from the Founding Era to Today

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This summer marks the final countdown to America’s 250th birthday—and Pennsylvania is at the heart of the story. Educators are invited to gather virtually with peers and civic leaders from across the Commonwealth for a day of professional learning that bridges past and present. As we stand on the threshold of this historic milestone, we’ll explore Pennsylvania’s enduring civic legacy—from its founding-era ideals to its role in shaping American democracy today.

Through engaging scholar talks, hands-on primary source workshops, ready-to-use classroom tools, and inspiring examples of student voice in action, this workshop will spark ideas for how to bring America 250 into your classroom. Together we celebrate the Revolutionary spirit that started here—and empower the next generation to carry it forward.

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