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!State Coordinators RosterGuidelines1/16/2013 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1578715787State Coordinators Roster
!Evaluation FormsEvaluations6/28/2012 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1578415784Program evaluation forms
!Program MaterialsClassroom Materials2/6/2012 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1579415794Back to School program materials page.
!FAQsGuidelines8/28/2008 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1577815778Answers to frequently asked questions
The Citizen VideoMultimedia2/6/2012 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2426124261The Citizen (Grades 4-6) DVD - join the Citizen in a journey to learn about our republic and the roles and responsibilitiesof citizens.
State Legislators Bring Their Chamber to the ClassroomNews Release9/16/2011 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2358223582Lawmakers of both political parties visit classrooms in elementary, middle and high schools across the country to talk about the legislative process and bring civics to life for students as part of the America’s Legislators Back to School Program.
2011 Kevin B Harrington AwardPromo. Materials5/9/2011 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2083420834Announcing the recipient of the 2011 Kevin B Harrington Award for Excellence in Democracy Education.
State Stats Top Legislator ParticipationPromo. Materials11/8/2010 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1575215752Top ten states for legislator participation in the program
Legislator InformationGuidelines8/18/2010 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1578315783Information for legislators about the Back to School Program.
Tips for Effective Classroom Visits: VideoMultimedia8/18/2010 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2108321083Back to School Program video prepared to offer tips and advice from legislators for effective classroom visits.
Legislator Talking PointsGuidelines5/6/2009 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1578615786Talking points for legislators visiting classrooms.
SL Magazine: A Class ActArticles/Briefs/ Newsletters4/29/2009 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1714517145America’s Legislators Back to School Program has put lawmakers and kids together for a decade.
Draft ResolutionGuidelines11/26/2008 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1575415754Draft Resolution for Legislators
Partner OrganizationsPromo. Materials9/30/2008 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1579615796Educational organizations that support the America's Legislators Back to School Program
Promotion StrategiesPromo. Materials9/4/2008 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1578515785Promotion strategies for legislators.
[high school] Appropriation Simulation Quick Reference GuideLesson Plans4/2/2004 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1576115761Quick reference guide for Legislator in the Classroom Appropriation Simulation.
[high school] Appropriation Simulation Student HandoutLesson Plans4/2/2004 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1574315743Student handout for Legislators in the Classroom Appropriation Simulation
[high school] Legislator in the Classroom: Legislative Appropriations Committee SimulationLesson Plans4/2/2004 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1574815748Legislator in the Classroom high school lesson plan
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