The Social Studies Professional | Feb. 18, 2025 | No. 441
NCSS Executive Director Anton Schulzki sets his sights on spring and reminds you to submit a proposal for the 105th NCSS Annual Conference, or apply to become a proposal reviewer, by the February 28 deadline.
NOW OPEN: NCSSseeks an Executive Director to advance the field of social studies education. A nonpartisan, membership association, NCSS and its 7,000+ members elevate the visibility and credibility of social studies education. The E.D. will set a bold and sustainable strategy that delivers high-quality programming, advocates for critical thinking and civil discourse, and fosters community among members. Salary range $185,000–$200,000. Find more information and application instructions here.
Current Events Responses: Executive Orders
NCSS President Jennifer Morgan and Interim Executive Director Anton Schulzki released a statement regarding the presidential executive order “Ending Radical Indoctrination in K–12 Schooling". Read it now.
In addition, NCSS has signed on to the joint statement released by the American Historical Association (AHA) and Organization of American Historians (OAH) on the presidential executive order “Ending Radical Indoctrination in K–12 Schooling". Read it now.
1787 Prize Essay Submissions Due March 31, 2025
The 1787 Prize is open to all high school students in grades 11-12. An essay may be submitted with up to three (3) student co-authors. There is a maximum of one (1) submission per high school.
With the help of the National WWI Museum and Memorial, dive deep into World War I history with online exhibitions, primary sources, lesson plans, PD opportunities and more! Visit theworldwar.org/learn. Sponsored by the National WWI Museum and Memorial
International Assembly Distinguished Global Scholar Award
The NCSS International Assembly (IA) Distinguished Global Scholar Award is presented to a leading scholar in global, transnational, and international education who has dedicated their career to advancing the field. This award recognizes individuals whose work demonstrates:
Extensive scholarship in global education
Active engagement with educational stakeholders, including students, teachers, administrators, and policymakers
Significant contributions to promoting global, transnational, and international education in the United States and beyond
NCSS has partnered with StoryCorps to share the experiences and amplify the voices of social studies educators, leaders, and professionals from across the nation.If you are a social studies educator, administrator, professional, and/or a NCSS member, we invite you and a colleague to record a conversational interview, asking and answering questions like:
What do you wish more people knew about teaching social studies?
How has teaching social studies changed you?
What or who has inspired you throughout your career?
Who is someone you connected with through NCSS that has made a difference in your life or work?
Is there a person or conversation that helped you achieve something you didn’t think was possible?
