Start a Local Program in Your State!
Our middle school programs are designed to bring the democratic process alive for students by providing hands-on opportunities to examine the history and government of their state and deepen their understanding of how the three branches of government interact. Through these locally-based initiatives, Close Up helps school districts and organizations provide students with the skills needed to make a difference in their own communities.
To learn how you can work together with us in creating a local program, please contact us at info@closeup.org.
Participation in a Close Up program requires parent or guardian approval for any participants under 18 years of age.
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 >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.
Learn More >Start a local program focused on state and local government issues in your area!
Learn More >As a government teacher, it’s nice to have more resources…
for teaching media literacy and having students critically think about the information they receive.
I plan to introduce Close Up’s professional development to the teachers I work with…
and use this as a part of my school’s requirement that students take action on issues of local, national, and international importance.
I learned that there’s a huge network of people with the same goals and drive as me…
and that our collaboration really could make a difference. It gave me hope for the future of our communities and our nation!
Close Up is a positive experience for students…
seeing themselves as having the power to influence the democratic process.