Lesson Plans
Marian Ward
Doe v. Santa Fe held that pre-game prayer is unconstitutional and violates the separation of church and state. Marian Ward challenged this ruling. School districts may never promote, sponsor or support prayer at sporting events, but Marian’s activism added to the debate on whether student-initiated, student-led prayer at high school football games are within the law.
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- Ward v. Santa Fe ISD
- Doe v. Santa Fe ISD
- Bill of Rights match game
- Marshall-Brennan Constitutional Literacy Project
Lessons for Marian Ward

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Grade Level: 9-12
Time:5-6 45 minutes classes
Description:The students will define community leadership, conduct library and internet research, write a report on a community leader and submit the nominee on the website.