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https://www.socialstudies.org/ The mission of National Council for the Social Studies is to advocate and build capacity for high-quality social studies by providing leadership, services, and support to educators.

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National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · Jun 18

➡️ Registration is now open for the 105th NCSS Annual Conference! Save your seat by July 4 to take advantage of our special Early Bird Rate: hubs.li/Q03swSNw0 #edusky #teachersky

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National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · 9h

📣 NCSS is so pleased to welcome Dean of @columbiajournalism.bsky.social @jelaniya.bsky.social
to the #NCSS2025 lineup! Dr. Cobb's work has shaped conversations on politics, race, and culture across the nation.
➡️ Save your seat: hubs.li/Q03Dpg0b0

National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · 1d

NCSS, @historians.org and @oah.org
urge the public to submit comments on the proposed patriotic education funding priority. Learn more and take action: hubs.ly/Q03NkFzN0

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The Organization of American Historians @oah.org · 1d

The OAH, together with the American Historical Association + National Council for the Social Studies, is urging the public to submit comments on the proposed patriotic education funding priority. Find out how you can take action: https://ow.ly/qyla50XaEF2

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National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · 5d

🎥 Looking for a fresh way to engage students? The C3 Framework and Film provides classroom-ready, teacher-tested units that integrate film into geography, world history, economics, and more.
➡️ Get your copy today: hubs.li/Q03HZ-t60

National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · 7d

🎙️We're so excited to announce Kimberlé Crenshaw as a featured speaker at the 105th NCSS Annual Conference!

➡️ Don't miss her session: hubs.li/Q03DnJXt0 #edusky #NCSS2025

National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · 11d

🔎 Explore how to identify high-quality instructional materials, build systems that support social studies at scale, and see what inquiry looks like in a real classroom in this free 3-part webinar series from inquirED and NCSS, starting October 23: hubs.li/Q03H_fyB0 #edusky

National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · 14d

🗞️ This new issue of Middle Level Learning focuses on examining local history in the classroom, and includes an open-access member spotlight: www.socialstudies.org/middle-level... #middleschool #historysky

National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · 20d

Make the most of your trip to Washington, D.C. by adding a pre-conference clinic, tour, or special event to your #NCSS2025 registration, available now in the add-on section: www.mylibralounge.com/sites/ncss20... #edusky

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Glenn Wiebe @glennwiebe.bsky.social · 20d

Have always loved using films/movies to teach #socialstudies. @socialstudies.org just released "The C3 Framework and Film" - seems like a must buy! ncss.users.membersuite.com/shop/store/b... #sschat #inquiry #historicalthinking

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cufancss.bsky.social @cufancss.bsky.social · 21d

We are so excited to be joined by Clint Smith on Wednesday afternoon at the 2025 conference. Clint Smith is a staff writer at The Atlantic. 4:15pm in Room 201 at the Convention Center. Book signing to follow. Please join us!

cc: @socialstudies.org

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National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · 25d

🎉 NCSS proudly presents a complimentary preview of the exciting programs, exhibits, sessions, & speakers for this year's highly anticipated event in #WashingtonDC: www.socialstudies.org/conference/2... #socialstudies

National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · 26d

⏰ Reminder: our Fall Webinar Series begins today, September 18! Take a look at the variety of topics we'll explore over the coming 8 sessions. Session one begins at 7 PM ET.
➡️ View the schedule: hubs.li/Q03H_4F10 #socialstudies

National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · 27d

🇺🇸 On this day in 1787, the U.S. Constitution was signed. NCSS has curated a list of published articles, classroom activities, and online resources that can help launch engaging lessons on the constitution and #constitutionday: hubs.li/Q03JyLcq0 #edusky

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cufancss.bsky.social @cufancss.bsky.social · Sep 10

The CUFA Conference schedule is now available. Check it to see when you present, serve as discussant and/or chair, or for information about the overall schedule of events. Message [email protected] with questions or concerns.
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National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · Sep 9

NCSS is pleased to announce that our Fall 2025 Webinar series starts Sept 18! This 8-session series includes a discussion with Authors Eric Singer & Kai Bird, a 3 session spotlight on the American Revolution, & many more #professionallearning options.
➡️ Register now: hubs.li/Q03Hp5W70 #edusky

Fall 2025 Webinar Series

Join the National Council for the Social Studies for this live webinar series exploring timely topics and actionable strategies for the social studies classroom. Running September - November 2025, thi...

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National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · Sep 5

Discover timely, ready-to-use lessons, primary sources, and activities from NCSS and collaborators that help students reflect on the legacy and impact of 9/11: hubs.li/Q03GMnvp0

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National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · Sep 4

Jamie Sumner is the author of multiple critically acclaimed middle grade novels, as well as nonfiction books for the parents of children with special needs. We are so excited to welcome her into the #NCSS2025 Speaker Lineup!

➡️ Learn more and Register: hubs.li/Q03Bqq930 #TLsky #skybrarians

National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · Sep 4

🌟 Sohyun An is a Professor of Social Studies Education at Kennesaw State University in Marietta, Georgia.
➡️ Learn about her career, teaching successes, and more in this Social Studies and the Young Learner Member Spotlight: hubs.li/Q03CF5pP0 #teachersky

National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · Sep 2

Simran Jeet Singh is the executive director of @aspeninstitute.bsky.social's Religion & Society Program and the author of the national bestseller The Light We Give. We can't wait to hear his insights at #NCSS2025!
➡️ Learn more: hubs.li/Q03xm1yf0 #religion #edusky

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drguido04.bsky.social @drguido04.bsky.social · Aug 24

I’m excited to share that I will be presenting “Civics Readiness Starts Young: Teaching Civics Concepts Through Picture Books” on Friday, December 5 at the NCSS annual conference. @socialstudies.org #NCSS2025.

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Jennifer Ingold @msjingold.bsky.social · Aug 30

HERE WE GO! Get excited for MSCSS 2026 in Delaware this February! Register @ sites.google.com/view/mscss20... See ya! @nyscss.bsky.social @mapm8ker.bsky.social @socialstudies.org @coachdkendrick.bsky.social @historycomics.bsky.social @historians.org @pbsnewsclassroom.bsky.social @socialstudies.org

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National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · Aug 11

🍎 Are you ready for the 2025-26 school year? Get prepared with these #backtoschool resources from NCSS publications: hubs.li/Q03yvlxB0 #eduky #TLsky

National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · Aug 7

As a spiritual leader and advocate for justice, Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde brings deep insight into the ethical dimensions of education & democracy. Be there to hear her speak at the 105th NCSS Annual Conference: hubs.li/Q03xl4gN0 #NCSS2025

National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · Aug 6

🛒 Start the school year prepared! Use the code BACKTOSCHOOL20 at checkout for 10% off at the NCSS Bookstore, now until August 10: hubs.li/Q03zLtMx0 #edusky

National Council for the Social Studies @socialstudies.org · Aug 5

🙌 Have you seen this year's conference lineup? It’s packed with changemakers, thought leaders, and leading voices shaping how we teach and think about social studies.

➡️ View the #NCSS2025 speakers: hubs.li/Q03ywlRD0 #historysky #edusky