b'WHO WE AREOurstudentslearned CloseUpisthenationspremiernonprofit,nonpartisancivic morethanhistoryand educationorganization.Since1971,over900,000studentsand teachers have participated on our experiential learning programs, and many more have enhanced their curriculum usingClose Upspolitics. They gained real innovative classroom resources. life experiences that will WHAT WE DO preparethemforlifebeyond high school !AtCloseUp,webelieveyoungpeopleareessentialtoAmericanKaren, Teacher, CAdemocracy.Ourprogramsaredesignedtoprovidethemwiththe knowledge and skills they need to be informed and active citizens. Students who come on Close Up return home inspired to get involved and empowered to further civil discourse in their communities.HOW WE DO ITUsing Washington, DC, and New York City as living classrooms, DISCOVERstudents have the opportunity to explore the famous monuments, world-renowned museums, and hallowed institutions that define our past, impact our present, and inspire our future. Guided by our highly-trained instructors, students better understand the ever-changing relationship between business and government as they visit two of our nations most exciting cities. Throughout their time with Close Up, they participate in facilitated debates and in-depth workshops with their peers of varying viewpoints, and ultimately find their unique voice!'