The #NCSS2020 Virtual Conference is Two Weeks Away
The #NCSS2020 Virtual Conference is approaching fast. Are you registered and ready to go? This edition is full of conference content to help you prepare for the largest virtual gathering of social studies educators, administrators, and specialists. It's the hottest virtual conference of the season! Register now.
Executive Director's Message:
Virtual Conference Edition
NCSS Executive Director Lawrence M. Paska delvers his first video message in preparation for the #NCSS2020 Virtual Conference. Watch it here.
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Learn from Our Exciting Lineup of #NCSS2020 Speakers
#NCSS2020 has an all-star lineup of advocates, actors, authors, journalists, musicians, and directors sharing experiences, wisdom, and tips for social studies professionals. Learn more about the #NCSS2020 speakers here.
Professional Learning at Your Fingertips
#NCSS2020 features sessions hosted by subject matter experts from around the globe that cover all of the social studies disciplines. Plan your sessions now and enjoy later. Preview the sessions.
Apply by 11/28 for #NCSS2020 First Timer Scholarships
NCSS is pleased to offer a limited number of registration scholarships to educators who have never been able to attend the NCSS Conference due to lack of financial support. Teachers from across the United States are welcome to apply. Learn how to apply before the November 28 deadline.
#NCSS2020 App Available for Download
Download the #NCSS2020 Conference app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store to plan your conference experience before hand. Select your sessions!
Membership Spotlight: Mark Finchum
November is Native American Heritage Month. NCSS discovers ways to celebrate the month with Mark Finchum, NCSS Indigenous Education Community Chair, and their plans for #NCSS2020. Read the interview here.
Native American Heritage Month Resources
Explore this collection of classroom resources from various government entities. View here.
American Indian Records from the National Archives
Among the billions of historical records housed at the National Archives throughout the country, researchers can find information relating to American Indians from as early as 1774 through the mid 1990s. Explore their records.
Podcast: Affirming Indigenous Sovereignty
In this episode, Dan and Michael chat with Sarah Shear, Leilani Sabzalian, and Lisa Brown Buchanan about their Social Studies and the Young Learner article, “Affirming Indigenous Sovereignty: A Civics Inquiry.” Listen here.
Submit a Proposal for the NCSS Spring Webinar Series
NCSS is accepting proposals for the 2021 Spring Webinar Series. We are looking to provide a diverse selection of online learning opportunities for all levels and disciplines of social studies. Learn how to submit your proposal.
The Great
Thanksgiving Listen
The Great Thanksgiving Listen is a national movement that empowers young people to create an oral history of the United States by recording an interview with an elder, mentor, friend, or someone they admire. Record your story.
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