Why Close Up?
Close Up programs are unlike any other!
Using DC as a living classroom, students make personal connections with the people and institutions that embody our nation’s past and present.
With the help of our Program Instructors, students learn more about history and government while considering a variety of viewpoints. Close Up’s once-in-a-lifetime opportunities are designed to inspire and empower students to become active participants in our democracy.
Learn about American democracy first-hand during this in-depth exploration of the nation’s capital.
Learn More >Examine the relationship between business and government with visits to two of America’s most important cities!
Learn More >Enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience in DC and other historic sites on the east coast with this fully customizable program.
Learn More >Experience the excitement of the next presidential election and inauguration up close in Washington, DC!
Learn More >Discover our nation’s diverse heritage on this DC program geared to immigrant and migrant students.
Learn More >Explore these programs designed for individual students who want in-depth knowledge of specific policy issues.
Learn More >Better understand the evolution of American democracy with visits to our nation’s most historic cities.
Learn More >Learn about the power of foreign policy through an international relations simulation in the heart of Hawaii!
Learn More >Consider the issues facing Indian Country through one of three exclusive programs offered in the nation’s capital.
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Develop the skills for a lifetime of active citizenship.
Our specialized curriculum uses the principles of cooperative learning and experiential, issue-centered education to inspire and empower students. We focus on:
IMPACT 2020: Community Engagement Virtual Summer Experience
Join us for Impact 2020 – a unique and engaging virtual summer program designed to help high school students develop the skills necessary to pursue a passion, tackle a community need, and form a network with other young leaders from across the country. The National Network of Schools in Partnership (NNSP) and Close Up Foundation have partnered to offer Impact 2020, a program designed to help young people develop their sense of purpose, and empower them to make an impact in their communities.
Close Up is a positive experience for students…
seeing themselves as having the power to influence the democratic process.
Close Up made me realize how SIGNIFICANT my thoughts and views are…
Although everyone will not always agree, everyone has a voice and needs to be heard.
Close Up brought me CLOSER to politics…
the entire notion no longer seemed obscure. I became very involved in politics on the local and national level.
Close Up Foundation
1330 Braddock Place, Suite 400
Alexandria, VA 22314
703-706-3300 or 800-CLOSE-UP
