The Dirksen Congressional Center, based in Pekin, Illinois, is offering a four-day workshop for teachers of history, government, civics, political science or social studies called “Congress in the Classroom.” The workshop, scheduled for July 27-30 in East Peoria, Illinois, focuses on the exchange of ideas and information for teaching about Congress. Sessions focus on Congressional scholarship and on methods for teaching students about the federal legislature.

This appears to be a great opportunity to expand your knowledge and teaching skills on Congressional subject matter. The workshop is limited to 40 teachers and is competitive. You can find more information about the program and applications, which are due by April 15, on their website.

Another, more local opportunity can provide subsidies for school trips to Minnesota’s historical sites and museums. These subsidies are made available through Sesquicentennial funding through June 30, and can be used for field trips to one of the following Minnesota Historical Society sites:

• MInnesota History Center
• Minnesota State Capitol
• James J. Hill House
• Historic Forestville
• Jeffers Petroglyphs
• Mille Lacs Indian Museum
• Northwest Company Fur Post
• Forest History Center

To apply, visit the education website.