National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) would like to welcome everyone back to school! Whether you're virtual, in-person, already back, or going back soon, this edition has you covered with curated articles from our acclaimed journals, advice from experienced educators, and new resources for you to try.
Member Spotlight: Andrew Demko
Andrew Demko is an experienced educator from Rainer, OR. He has served tirelessly over the last ten years in countless different NCSS positions. We asked him about his experiences with NCSS, advice for providing hands-on teaching opportunities, and ideas to help new Rho Kappa advisors. Read the full interview here.
Executive Director's Message: Welcome Back to School!
To suggest that this back-to-school season is like no other is an understatement. Most of us did not imagine that we would set up our classrooms online, and welcome new students directly from our home office or kitchen table. Yet here we are: Back-to-School 2020... Continue reading.
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It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!
It's back! NCSS will kick-off its membership appreciation week on August 31, which will be jam-packed with giveaways to get you ready for your 2020-2021 year. Look out for details on how to win!
New Book: Teaching Writing in the Social Studies
Get suggestions for teaching students the necessary skills of communication and self-expression so they can achieve their college and career goals and become effective citizens. Learn more.
Teaching About Racism, Anti-Racism, and Human Rights
NCSS has compiled articles from our acclaimed journals which offer guidance and lesson plans for the topics of racism, anti-racism, and human rights. Access the list here.
Call for Applications: Rho Kappa Advisory Council
NCSS is accepting applications to serve on the Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society Advisory Council by September 7th. Apply here to serve!
Register for the
NCSS Virtual Conference
Registration is open for our first virtual conference. Join us online on December 4-6 to explore over 200 hours of social studies professional learning content from the comfort of your home or office. Register here.
NCAC Offers Virtual First Amendment Classrooms
Take advantage of this free opportunity to host virtual presentations from the National Coalition Against Censorship's staff of experts on free speech and the First Amendment. Sign up here.
Professional Development Monthly Launches Aug. 26
Members - check your email for our first edition of Professional Development Monthly on Wednesday, August 26, to get the latest in social studies professional learning, podcasts, and jobs. Not a member yet? Sign up here.
