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The Social Studies Professional

Back-to-School Edition

Welcome Back

NCSS welcomes you back to school! We hope you had a great summer filled with travel, professional learning, and fun. We are especially looking forward to a new school year packed with networking, problem solving, and teamwork.

President Heafner's Message:

The Journey Ahead

Across the country, educators are preparing for the academic year ahead. Schools will be filled with energy as new and familiar faces return to our classrooms. The start of the school year brings much excitement and anticipation for the educational journey ahead. Read more.

Get Social Studies Updates with NCSS SmartBrief

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Board Member Spotlight:

Rebecca Valbuena

Rebecca Valbuena recently joined the NCSS board of directors. We asked her about her time at the NCSS Summer Leadership Collaborative, her reasons for joining NCSS, and her reasons for becoming an educator. Read more.

NCSS/CAEP SPA Report Preparer Training

This training session is for those who prepare CAEP SPA reports for national recognition and program approval. Register by October 4.

Professional Development at Historic Sites

This podcast features Cristine Baron, Ph.D. and Sherri Sklarwitz, Ph.D. They discuss their new publication Understanding What Teachers Gain from Professional Development at Historic Sites. Listen here.

Start a Rho Kappa Chapter

Kick-off this school year by starting a Rho Kappa chapter! Lead your students and nurture their love for social studies. Start a chapter.

Education Week Collaboration

Do you have good ideas for teaching civics? We need 100 of them! NCSS is collaborating with EdWeek as part of the ongoing Citizen Z Initiative to capture your thoughts. Learn how to participate. Submit an idea by October 1.