Lesson Plan

Presidential Inaugurations: 2025 Inauguration

Beginning with the inauguration of Washington in 1790, Presidential inaugurations have reflected the style and times of our elected leaders. Students will examine the inaugurations of past presidents in an effort to determine how those ceremonies reflected their values. Students will also investigate the impact of citizen participation in the inauguration process from following Washington with laurel leaves to watching President Clinton’s inauguration on the internet and sharing information via social media and AI. Students will also examine how current political events impact the events of the inauguration, especially in 2025.