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Professional development exclusives for the Social Studies Professional. Details, save-the-dates, and more inside.

| View in browser Professional Development Monthly April 30, 2025 \| May 2025 Edition (#56) This special issue of the Journal of International Social Studies marks a celebratory moment for the National Council for the Social Studies International Assembly (NCSSIA). In this issue, noteworthy NCSSIA leaders reflect upon the past, present, and future of the associated group during its 30th anniversary celebration. Read it now. Due Today: ICSS (Iowa) 2025 Annual Conference Proposals Iowa Council for the Social Studies is asking for proposals to present at their annual conference to be held on Monday, October 20th at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny, Iowa along the theme of "Social Studies: Shaping the Future Since 1776." Proposals are due by April 30, 2025. Learn more and submit a proposal here. NCSS International Assembly Annual Meeting 2025 The NCSS International Assembly invites scholars to submit a proposal to participate in the 2025 Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C on December 5th. Presenters can choose to participate either in a discussion-focused roundtable presentation or in a formal paper session. Proposals can now be submitted through May 31 here. Read Beyond Words At Crystal Bridges  Unlock visual literacy teaching methods at a three-day national professional development conference, July 21-23, 2025, at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, AR. Free May 1 Webinar on Building Collaborations Learn to build partnerships that work in this free webinar with Daryn Cambridge, a global facilitator with deep experience in community engagement and organizational development. From environmental education to civic organizing, this session is for anyone looking to create lasting impact. This webinar is brought to you by the ee360+ Leadership and Training Collaborative, of which NCSS is proud to be a partner. Register now.  May Affiliated Council Events Click each icon below for associated registration details and more information. Upcoming Professional Learning with NCSS ➭ 1400+ Opportunities are Waiting in the NCSS Career Center. Share on Social Media: Professional Development Monthly -- known as PD Monthly -- is the official member  professional development e-newsletter and is published once a month.   You are receiving this email as one of your NCSS membership benefits.    Editor: Kristian Beck, Digital Marketing Manager   Maribell Abeja-DeVitto, Advertising Representative, MAbejaDeVitto@smithbucklin.com Copyright © 2025 National Council for the Social Studies, All rights reserved National Council for the Social Studies, 8555 16th Street, Suite 500, Silver Spring, MD 20910, United States, 301-588-1800 Manage preferences |
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