Understanding 1776
Summer Courses For Middle and High School StudentS
July 8 - July 29, 2026 • Four Weeks • Live Online
The argument that made America - taught Live, online, in four weeks.
two tracks. One summer you won't forget.
1776: How a Nation Was Argued Into Existence
Grades 6-8
What does it actually take to declare independence from the most powerful empire on earth? Students will step into the debates, the doubts, and the daring decisions that built the American argument — and learn to think historically along the way.
1776: THE CASE FOR AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE
Grades 9-12
A deeper dive into the political philosophy, the primary sources, and the human drama behind the founding.
Students will read, debate, and defend the ideas that made the American experiment possible — and learn why those arguments still matter.
“What students receive”
A printed or downloadable course workbook
Weekly live instruction and check-ins
Guided source analysis and writing activities
Request Enrollment
Pricing:
Early bird registration (through June 27): $195 Registration after June 27: $245 Complete this form to request placement in the July summer cohort.
📆 July 8 – July 29, 2026
🖥️ Live Online via Zoom
⏱️4 weeks · Weekly live sessions
🏫 Charter school–friendly
👨🏫 Taught by Ed West