The Social Studies Professional | Nov. 21, 2023 | No. 411

Where were you on Friday, November 22nd, 2013?

NCSS Executive Director Dr. Lawrence Paska discusses the first decade of the C3 Framework, the 2023-24 NCSS Board and Officer Elections, and wishes all a happy and safe holiday weekend. 

Deadline Extended - Apply for NCSS Task Forces by Nov. 30

NCSS is calling all members to apply for one of three new task forces to review and potentially update current position statements.NCSS position statements are an important part of NCSS’ ongoing advocacy initiatives. Members with experience and/or current assignments related to teaching, research, curriculum development, supervision, and/or policy related to a position statement’s topic are encouraged to apply. Apply to join a NCSS Task Force.

• Revitalizing Civic Learning in Our Schools
• Toward Responsibility: Social Studies Education that Respects and Affirms Indigenous Peoples and Nations
• Youth, Social Media and Digital Civic Engagement

The application deadline has been extended to November 30, 2023.

A Look Inside the 103rd NCSS Annual Conference

Special Screening for #NCSS2023 Attendees
MGM will hold a special screening of “The Boys in the Boat” in Nashville for NCSS attendees on Thursday, November 30 at 8 PM CT. This inspirational film, directed by George Clooney, is about the 1936 University of Washington rowing team that competed for gold at the Summer Olympics in Berlin.

Seats are limited - register for your pass here.

Vital Issues Panel

Navigating the Landscape of Teaching "Divisive Concepts": Associations Respond

Saturday, December 2, 2023, 10:10 AM - 11:10 AM CT

Karl F. Dean Grand Ballroom B

James

Grossman

Wesley

Hedgepeth

Lawrence

Paska

The leadership of the American Historical Association and the National Council for the Social Studies will share examples of advocacy efforts and educator support in the past year to protect social studies teaching and learning, while calling for increased social studies instructional time, and continued focus on vital social studies issues. Special focus will be given to 2023 advocacy efforts in Florida and Virginia. Learn more.

View a complete listing of this year's Vital Issue Sessions online, download our Conference Program or download the WHOVA app. 

Our conference bookstore is cashless and open these days on location! 
Thurs 11/30, 12-5PM | Fri 12/1, 8:30AM-5:30PM | Sat 12/2, 7:30AM-4:30PM

NCSS in the News

NCSS President Wesley Hedgepeth and Board Member Stephanie Nichols recently discussed media literacy and helping students absorb current events on NPR's Morning Edition Program. Read or listen to the interview here. 

Help the New-York Historical Society Bring Women’s History to Life

Apply now to be a champion of women's history in your classroom and community! Learn more and apply for our Women & the American Story (WAMS) Teacher Ambassador program.

Supporting Readiness Through Vital Civic Empowerment

AASLH Handbook Project Survey

The American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) is developing a handbook of low-resource programming ideas for history organizations seeking to observe the U.S. 250^th anniversary. Be a part of shaping this resource by sharing your insights in this quick survey. NCSS serves on AASLH’s coordinating committee for the 250th anniversary.

Upcoming NCSS Webinars 

Click the icons above for webinar details and information. Explore all upcoming NCSS and Affiliated Council events here.

➭ 1400+ Opportunities are Waiting in the NCSS Career Center.

Messaging Platform Reminder

Our membership messaging platform, CONNECTED, is currently paused for upgrades. We invite you to preview the new platform, coming soon! See how it can help you to cultivate community with others here at your professional home, to advocate for social studies with an authoritative voice, and to innovate for tomorrow. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this interruption, please email Tim Daly, Director of Operations, at tdaly@ncss.org.

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