Mount Students Travel to National Constitution Center

Our Sophomore Class and members of the Civic Engagement Club traveled to Philadelphia for an engaging day of history and civic learning on November 11. At the National Constitution Center, students explored interactive exhibits highlighting the Constitution, the Founding Fathers, the Bill of Rights, the First Amendment, and the expansion of voting rights, making meaningful connections to their U.S. History curriculum.

 

Students also participated in SCOTUS & Schools, an interactive program featuring a prerecorded presentation by the Honorable Cheryl Ann Krause, Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. Students analyzed Supreme Court cases, considered different perspectives, and explored how the Constitution continues to shape our lives today.

 

Joanne Cadigan-Peters, Social Studies Department Chairperson, said, "Exploring the National Constitution Center allowed our students to learn about the foundations of our nation, experience history, and see government come to life. One of the highlights was listening to our students analyze Supreme Court cases, share their perspectives, and engage in thoughtful discussion. There were so many inquisitive minds in the room and perhaps a few future APGOPO students! It was a wonderful opportunity to bring education beyond the classroom and connect what students are learning at the Mount to the world around them.”

 

A special thank you to Mrs. Tamagnini, Mrs. Donnelly, Miss Weber, and Mrs. Crum for taking the time to chaperone and help make this educational experience possible for our students.