We the People: The Citizen & The Constitution
Celebrating 40 YEARS of "We the Students" - Michigan’s We the People Program
Why Volunteer? The Students.
“The students…in the We the People program not only become leaders in the classroom with discussion and writing, they’ve become better collaborators and critical thinkers. Students want to explore topics deeply and thoroughly with impressive inquiry skills.” – Collene M., Michigan educator
REGISTER TODAY to volunteer at one of our regional or state events. Volunteer roles include scoring and presiding judges, facilitators (including time keeping) and hospitality volunteers that help with check-in and overall event flow.
Michigan High School We the People
November 13, 2026 – Western District at the Pew Campus at Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids
November 20, 2026 – Eastern District at Upshur Institute for Civic Education at Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti
January 8, 2027 – State Showcase and State Finals at the Michigan State University College of Law, East Lansing
April 17-19, 2027 – Center for Civic Education National Finals, Washington D.C.
What IS We the People?
We the People is an authentic, student-centered Constitutional and Civic Education Program. We the People advances understanding of American Democracy, including the Constitution & the Bill of Rights. Students showcase their Constitutional knowledge through a series of simulated congressional hearings. Students “testify” with a prepared response and enter dialogue with a panel of scholars and leaders from across civic, political, and educational communities. There are six (6) units of specialized study.
UNIT ONE
UNIT ONE
UNIT TWO
UNIT TWO
UNIT THREE
UNIT THREE
UNIT FOUR
UNIT FOUR
UNIT FIVE
UNIT FIVE
UNIT SIX
UNIT SIX
We the People Expands: Elementary, Middle School & Collegiate
We are so excited to bring additional We the People program opportunities across Michigan for Elementary, Middle School, and even Collegiate levels. We are currently reviewing programming schedules and resources and hope to have more information Winter 2026 to share with you all.
If you have a specific interest or question about this program expansion and how you can be involved, email ezwarensteyn@miciviced.org.
