Virtual Programs for Teachers in Georgia

For this school-year, we are offering several different, live virtual programs that have all been updated/reimagined based on feedback from our teacher partners! While we have designed our programs to adhere to Georgia Standards of Excellence, teachers from ANY state are welcome to reserve our programs!

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Virtual Programs

World War I: The War to End All Wars?

This program begins with an overview of the causes of World War I and concludes with the Treaty of Versailles. Students will examine why the U.S. got involved in World War I, U.S. contributions to the Allied war effort, different Americans’ experiences of the war, and outcomes of the war. Students will also learn more about the individuals highlighted in our Voices from the Great War traveling exhibit.

GA Standards: SS5H2a, SS8H8a                                        

Voices from the Second World War

This program provides an introduction to World War II with an emphasis on the U.S. entry and involvement in the war. The presentation focuses on the diverse perspectives and contributions of Americans. To understand how the war changed the world and the lives of so many individuals, students will listen to and analyze the stories of individuals who lived, worked, and fought during World War II.

GA Standards: SS5H4b, SS5H4c, SS5H4e, SS8H9a, SS8H9b, SSUSH19

Georgia Goes to War

This program highlights the many contributions of Georgia during World War II. Following a brief overview of Georgia before World War II, the presentation focuses on the unique wartime roles of different locations in the state.To understand how Georgia changed the course of World War II, students will listen to and analyze the stories of individuals who lived in Georgia during the war. 

GA Standards: SS8H8b, SS8H8c, SS8H8d, SS8H9b

It Started with Words: An Introduction to the Holocaust

This program gives an age-appropriate, deep dive into the events of the Holocaust. The presentation is organized chronologically, beginning with Hitler’s appointment as Chancellor (1933) and concluding with liberation (1944-1945). The experiences of Holocaust survivors are highlighted in interview clips throughout the lesson. 

GA Standards: SS5H4b, SS6H3a, SS6H3b, SSWH19b

The Tuskegee Airmen: Flying for a Double Victory

This program examines the wartime experiences of the first Black pilots to fly in the U.S. military. To understand how the Tuskegee Airmen challenged racism abroad and at home, students will listen to and analyze the stories of Tuskegee Airmen and other Black soldiers who fought during World War II. 

GA Standards: SS5H4e, SSUSH19d

Out of War Comes War: The Cold War

After World War II, the United States and the U.S.S.R. emerged as world superpowers. Students will examine Europe post-World War II, reunification in a post-war Germany, and learn about the effects of the "Iron Curtain" on economics and politics in Eastern and Western Europe.

GA Standards: SS6H3c, SS6G8c, SSWH19d, SSWH20d

The Rise of Nazism

This program examines the events leading to the rise of Nazism in Germany and the tactics the Nazi Party used to gain power gradually over time, such as propaganda. The presentation is organized chronologically, and interview clips with Holocaust survivors are highlighted in the lesson. This lesson can stand alone or can be reserved with a second program: An Introduction to the Holocaust.

GA Standards: SS6H3a, SS6H3b, SSWH19b

Beyond Rosie: Women in World War II

This program highlights the contributions women made to the U.S. war effort and how women’s lives changed because of World War II. The presentation explores a variety of civilian roles women filled, women’s military service, and women who fought for equality during the war. Interview clips with home front workers and World War II veterans are highlighted throughout the lesson. 

GA Standards: SS5H4e, SSUSH19d

Frequently Asked Questions

 

  • All of our student programming is free!    
  • All of our programs are based on Georgia Standards of Excellence and include any combination of the following skills: Photograph/Document/Map Analysis, Eyewitness Testimony
  • Of course! You may have to look at program descriptions to determine if a program would be a good fit for your class based on your state's educational standards. If your grade level is different than the one indicated, you can let our team know about these adjustments on our request form.
  • We have several full-time educators on staff, so we have a lot of flexibility. If you have a large group/multiple classes, we recommend you reserve a program as early as possible.
  • Our team can use Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Google Meet. Indicate your preference in the reservation form.
  • Not to worry! Our educators can adjust the program to accommodate students that do not all have a device by working with the teacher to project in his/her classroom.
  • Yes! We will work with you on availability once the online request has been made.
  • Please visit this link for a document that will allow you to see/share our program standards with administrators, colleagues, and/or parents and guardians.
  • Please contact Head of Education, Andrea Miskewicz