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THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2026
**Registration is now open!**
Mindfulness is more than a meditation and a soothing chime. Have you thought about pausing before you hop into the car, to take in the noise of the neighborhood and the smell of the trees around you? Maybe do the same thing while your coffee is brewing in the morning: the sounds, the smells, the calm. How about using art or toys, or whatever your heart and mind can get lost in for a moment to recenter yourself.
Are you aware of the wonderful benefits of this kind of mindfulness for yourself and your students?
If you're new to these practices or looking to find better ways to integrate mindfulness into your instruction space (or life), join us for our next installation of Food for Thought: Mindfulness in the Classroom for dinner, knowledge, and of course some practice of mindfulness, led by James Butler (University of Texas, Austin ISD).
Registration for this event is $15 and includes dinner and 2 hours of CPE credit
Never in My Fondest Dreams: The Legacy of Lyndon Johnson
During his years in office, President Johnson fought for great change and progress in the nation. His Presidency was also marked by conflict and uncertainty abroad. These hallmarks of his presidency have come to define how we view the 1960s.
In 1965, before a Joint Session of Congress, President Johnson said reflected on his time as an elementary school teacher,
“I never thought then, in 1928, that I would be standing here in 1965. It never even occurred to me in my fondest dreams that I might have the chance to help the sons and daughters of those students and to help people like them all over this country.
But now I do have that chance--and I'll let you in on a secret--I mean to use it. And I hope that you will use it with me.”
A young LBJ could never have imagined that he’d hold the most powerful position in the world, able to affect change and improve the lives of the children he'd taught. The responsibility weighed heavily on him.
Inspired by the opening of the Library’s renovated permanent exhibits, participants will examine President Johnson’s life and legacy through historical documents and artifacts held by the LBJ Library and beyond. The LBJ Library is proud to partner with The DBQ Project to bring this learning into your classroom space in ways that develop historical thinking and analysis.
The Lyndon Baines Johnson Presidential Library will invite 40 educators to attend their annual educator summer institute from June 22 to June 26, 2026 in Austin, Texas to explore the life and legacy of this consequential figure. The program is open to all educators (PreK-16, pre-service educators, and informal educators) and all subject areas.
Session topics for this program include: the Great Society, civil rights, the space program, the Cold War, and the Vietnam War.
Program Objectives
- Examine the aspects of the Johnson Administration
- Highlight major accomplishments of the political career of Lyndon Baines Johnson
- Create a document-based lesson using primary sources to examine a historical event or theme of the Johnson Presidency.
Application Information
To participate in this institute, educators must be selected through an application review process.
The application for “Never In My Fondest Dreams” opens January 5, 2026 and closes March 6, 2026 at 11:00pm CST.
Participants will be notified of their selection status by April 1, 2026.
Waitlist participants will be notified of eligibility by April 24, 2026.
Applicants will be evaluated for their anticipated application of the content of ‘Never In My Fondest Dreams’ into their classroom instruction and supervisor support. Strong consideration will be given to educators who are 1) new to the teaching field, 2) who come from disenfranchised communities, and 3) rural areas. However, the goal is to have a participant group that is diverse, drawing from throughout the nation, subject areas, grade levels, and can support one another with curriculum connections.
“Never In My Fondest Dreams” is brought to you by the LBJ Foundation and its generous supporters.
We are excited to provide the following for all accepted participants:
- 4-nights hotel accommodation
- Daily transportation to and from the hotel and LBJ Library each day of the workshop
- Breakfast and lunch each day of the workshop
- Resources relevant to workshop content and discussion
- $250 stipend per participant
- Continuing education hours certificate for 36 CPE hours upon completion of the workshop
Participants will be responsible for:
- Travel to & from their home to Austin, Texas
- Travel to & from Austin Bergstrom Airport to the hotel
- Dinner each day
- Local non-workshop based travel costs
- Any extra hotel nights and/or incurred fees
- A $50 non-refundable registration fee
Speakers for the program include:
- Col. (ret) Gregory Daddis, PhD, Texas A&M University
- Dr. Ashley Farmer, University of Texas
- Keith Hyndshaw, The DBQ Project
- Dr. Max Krochmal, The University of New Orleans
- Dr. Teasel Muir-Harmony, Smithsonian Air and Space Museum
- Dr. Jeremi Suri, University of Texas
- Mark K. Updegrove, Lyndon B. Johnson Foundation
- Dr. Joshua Zeitz, Historian and Author
Truer to Ourselves: Migration in America
The history of the United States is, in large part, a story of migration. This history contains a tapestry of people who began new lives in the United States, through force, coercion, or dreams of a better future. Others found borders shifting around them.
When President Johnson signed the 1965 Immigration Act into law, he proclaimed that the legislation would make us ‘truer to ourselves both as a country and a people." He acknowledged that immigration would "strengthen us in a hundred unforeseen ways.’ “Our Beautiful America," he said, "was built by a nation of strangers. “
In this summer institute, participants will explore the history of this beautiful nation of strangers, taking a closer look at each era and the many forces that shape immigration patterns, policy, and public response. We hope this institute shines a light on ‘Our Beautiful America’ and allows us to teach in ways ‘truer to ourselves’.
The Lyndon Baines Johnson Presidential Library will invite 40 educators to attend the annual educator summer institute from July 13 to July 17, 2026 in Austin, Texas. The program is open to all educators (PreK-16, pre-service educators, and informal educators) and all subject areas.
Program Objectives
- Exploration of the history of immigration to the United States
- Examination of the major changes in U.S. immigration policy over time
- Analysis of the experiences of immigrants to the United States
- Development of new pedagogical approaches to teaching immigration history
Application Information
To participate in this institute, educators must be selected through an application review process.
The application for “Truer to Ourselves” opens January 5, 2026 and closes March 6, 2026 at 11:00pm CST.
Participants will be notified of their selection status by April 1, 2026.
Waitlist participants will be notified of eligibility by April 24, 2026.
Applicants will be evaluated for their anticipated application of the content of ‘Truer to Ourselves' into their classroom instruction and supervisor support. Strong consideration will be given to educators who are 1) new to the teaching field, 2) who come from disenfranchised communities, and 3) rural areas. However, the goal is to have a participant group that is diverse, drawing from throughout the nation, subject areas, grade levels, and can support one another with curriculum connections.
Speakers for the program include:
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Erika Lee, Harvard University
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Maddalena Marinari, Gustavus Adolphus College
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Tyler Anbinder, George Washington University
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Peter Wong, National Park Service, Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island Immigration Museum
“Truer to Ourselves” is brought to you by the LBJ Library, LBJ Foundation and its generous supporters.
We are excited to provide the following for all accepted participants:
- 4-nights hotel accommodation
- Daily transportation to and from the hotel and LBJ Library each day of the workshop
- Breakfast and lunch each day of the workshop
- Resources relevant to workshop content and discussion
- $250 stipend per participant
- Continuing education hours certificate for 36 CPE hours upon completion of the workshop
Participants will be responsible for:
- Travel to & from their home to Austin, Texas
- Travel to & from Austin Bergstrom Airport to the hotel
- Dinner each day
- Local non-workshop based travel costs
- Any extra hotel nights and/or incurred fees
- A $50 non-refundable registration fee
The Citizenship Project @ LBJ Library
The Lyndon Baines Johnson Presidential Library proudly offers The Citizenship Project digital course, in partnership with the New-York Historical Society. This program will provide free online citizenship classes for United States green card holders preparing for the civics test portion of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) naturalization interview. The course covers EVERY question that could be asked of someone in their civics/history interview.
Participation in these classes is not limited to any age range or ability level. The only requirement to participate is having a valid U.S. green card. It is recommended to have a moderate level of English due to the speed of the course. This course would not be suitable for young learners (pre-teens and younger).
Courses are typically offered at the beginning of the year (January- February) and around the start of the school year (September- October) and are held 1-2x a week for 6-weeks.
The next session of classes begin in January 2026. Check back for more details in the fall.
For more information about The Citizenship Project or to sign up for a virtual class, see https://www.nyhistory.org/citizenship-project.
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We can also accommodate and arrange a workshop on a weekday (any time of year) when the museum is open to the public. Contact us at education@lbjlibrary.org for more information.
Civics for All of US
Free Civics for All of US Constitution Webinar Programs for K–12 Students
Join the National Archives for live, interactive virtual programs for K–12 students around Constitution Day, from September 13–25. Each 30-minute program uses primary sources from the National Archives to connect students to the big ideas of the Constitution. All events will be delivered via Zoom and participant comments will be shared only with presenters to ensure a student-friendly environment. Registration will close 24 hours before each event. Teachers and caregivers, register your students today!
This program is a part of Civics for All of US, the national civic education initiative from the National Archives. Our interactive distance learning programs draw upon the vast holdings of the National Archives to promote the knowledge, skills, and dispositions students need for civic engagement in the 21st century. Each program is led by one of our educators located at National Archives sites, the Center for Legislative Archives, and Presidential Libraries across the country.
Check https://civics.archives.gov/ for more information, including how to request a program for groups of 10 or more students.
Don't Call It A Comeback: Hip Hop Humanities
Wednesday, November 18, 2025
8:00am-4:30pm
Lyndon Baines Johnson Presidential Library
When you think of hip hop, do you think of Run DMC, Tupac, Lauren Hill, or maybe DJ Kool Herc, or one of the many other artists who have left their mark on this genre? The institution of hip hop has developed rapidly and drastically since its popularity grew in the late 1970s.
Hip hop is not just a great set of beats or impressive lyrics. It's a movement. It's expression. It's history. At the LBJ Library, we welcome K-12 educators to join us for a day of exploring the history of hip hop, the role it can play in your instructional space, and how it can be harnessed as a classroom tool.
Joining us on this day of learning are:
- Bavu Blakes, Hip Hop Grew Up
- Marco Cervantes, University of Texas at San Antonio
Participants will receive 8 hours of CPE credit, breakfast & lunch, classroom resources, and plenty of information to keep you going.
Registration is $20 per participant. Space is limited-- so register today!
Education Outreach Program
The LBJ Presidential Library Education Outreach Program strives to extend library resources to schools, teachers, and students in communities across Texas. An education specialist from the LBJ Library can *travel to your school, school district, or education service region to provide:
- Professional development for teachers (TEA CPE Provider)
- Educational programming for students
- TEKS-aligned lesson plans and resources
Topics include, but are not limited to, the presidency, civil rights, the Vietnam War, the Cold War, and the 1964 election. All costs associated with bringing an LBJ Library education specialist to your site will be covered if any of the following qualifications are met:
- Title I school
- Over 50% of students qualify for free and reduced lunch
- Rural school or community
For questions about the LBJ Library Education Outreach Program, please contact Education Specialist Sheila Mehta at sheila.mehta@nara.gov.
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