Rangers to Classrooms

Invite a Park Ranger into Your Classroom with National Park Service Education Programs

Throughout the entire year, Andrew Johnson National Historic Site staff are available to visit your classroom or home school organization with interactive lessons that meet grade level standards of the Tennessee State Curriculum. Educational programs are free of charge.

The Life of Andrew Johnson

Geared toward 4th grade and up, but available for any grade level, park staff can come to your classroom to teach students about the 17th President of the United States, Andrew Johnson. This education program will highlight Johnson’s life, from his early years as a tailor, his journey throughout his political career, and what led to him becoming the 17th U.S. President.

The U.S. Constitution

For Grades 3-5, 8, and High School: Education staff at Andrew Johnson National Historic Site highlight Constitution Week annually in September, but programming is available year-round to teach students about the U.S. Constitution. This educational program explains the establishment of the U.S. Constitution, the Preamble, Articles, three branches of government, checks and balances, the Bill of Rights, and the Reconstruction Amendments. Students will play a matching game to learn the Bill of Rights.

Park Ranger Careers

For Middle School - High School: Staff at Andrew Johnson National Historic Site are often asked to table or present at Career Fairs. We are available upon request to visit your school or classroom to educate students about the variety of careers within the National Park Service. Some jobs highlighted include: Park Ranger (Interpretation), Park Ranger (Law Enforcement), Maintenance, Administration, IT, Biologist, Wildland Firefighter, and more. Students will also learn how they can get involved as a volunteer, intern, and about the various pathways to employment.

National Parks

For any grade level: Invite a Park Ranger to your classroom as a guest speaker to give a general program about National Parks. Andrew Johnson National Historic Site staff will present about the park they represent, your hometown park in Greeneville, Tennessee, and the National Parks beyond. Students will learn about the variety of parks across the country and be inspired to visit their national parks.

Local group leaders or teachers who would like to sign up for these programs can contact Andrew Johnson National Historic Site at 423-416-4560 or by email.