National Council for the Social Studies

🎊 The 106th NCSS Annual Conference Preview is now online! Here's what to expect in #Chicago: socialstudies.org/conference/2026-preview #edchat #edusky

🎓 Calling all higher education faculty, researchers, and teacher educators! You won't want to miss these #higherEd sessions at #NCSS2026. ➡️ Save your spot: hubs.li/Q04zsLLG0 #highereducation #teachereducation #edusky

🎙️How can we help students think critically about the information they encounter? Joel Breakstone, a leading voice in history education and digital inquiry, will share his insights with #NCSS2026 attendees! ➡️ Register today: hubs.li/Q04tKs7m0 #edusky

Free registration: inquired.com/webinar-seri... #edusky

NCSS is excited to spotlight a unique opportunity ahead of #NCSS2026: "Bring Change Home: Exploring the Obama Presidential Center," a special pre-conference event on Thursday, Dec. 3. Apply by October 5: go.obama.org/ncss #edusky

⚠️ Tonight's webinar has been rescheduled to October 22! ➡️ Save your spot now to explore representations of America in pop culture with Steve Armstrong and Allison Norrie. hubs.li/Q04vKjZC0 #america250 #educators #socialstudies

We Want More History! History lives in public spaces where people encounter stories, places, memory, and meaning together. Join us next weekend at an event near you to learn more about your community’s history. For more information and to find an event, head to https://www.wewantmorehistory.org/.

🇺🇸 On this day in 1787, the U.S. Constitution was signed! NCSS is pleased to provide a curated list of online resources that can help launch engaging lessons on the constitution and constitution day: hubs.li/Q04wv4Nx0 #constitutionday #edusky #historysky

NCSS is proud to have multiple board members serving on the NAEP Civics Framework Development Panel! www.nagb.gov/about-us/joi... #civics #edusky

“Teachers must support school and district policies, but building student agency does not mean rewriting the handbook. It is about sharing ownership with students where there is room to be flexible." ➡️ Read the full article: hubs.li/Q04xyZ0F0 #edusky @smartbrief.bsky.social #edusky

Don't miss tonight's open online conversation! www.socialstudies.org/benchtoclass... #constitution #edusky #teachersky

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 on its 25th anniversary: hubs.ly/Q04rSn2J0 #edusky #Neverforget

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🤩 Say no more...it's Day 4 of the Most Wonderful Time of the Year. Today you could win: One Rho Kappa Charter ($125+ value!) 🎁 Get your entries in before the end of the day - and come back tomorrow for a chance at our grand prize: hubs.li/Q04td6Tn0 #edusky

200+ organizations will display the latest educational products, programs, services, and travel opportunities in our exhibit hall at the 106th NCSS Annual Conference! ➡️ Get your tickets: hubs.li/Q04p_ypt0 #edtech #NCSS2026 #edusky #socialstudies

🎉 Today's the start of the NCSS Most Wonderful Time of the Year: Member Appreciation Week! Today we're offering 20% extra off our bookstore items to ALL NCSS Members through September 4. 🛍️ Shop Now: hubs.li/Q04td4Vq0 🔁 Check back here for tomorrow's giveaway: hubs.li/Q04tcVSC0 #teachers #edusky

Back to school: civic education and citizenship in an age of AI. Anton Schulzki—my former teacher, later colleague, and former @socialstudies.org president—joins me. I’m a James Madison Fellow and hands-on AI systems builder with 27 years in education. union26.com

Explore the Constitution beyond the textbook! Join NCSS online on September 15 for a conversation on constitutional debate, civic life, and how educators can model thoughtful civil discourse in the classroom. ➡️ Learn more and register: hubs.li/Q04vc8YJ0 #edusky #constitutionday

Nearly 25 years ago, our nation was changed forever in the space of 102 minutes. Our special Social Education section on this historic anniversary focuses on how to teach about 9/11 using the power of personal stories and reflections. ➡️ Learn more: hubs.li/Q04sqctD0 #classroomresources #september11

🏙️ Make the most of your time in Chicago with a #NCSS2026 Pre-Conference Clinic or Local Tour! Add yours under "Add-Ons" during registration: hubs.li/Q04tbN9H0 #edusky #Chicago

📢 We are honored to welcome Laila Ali - author, wellness advocate, five-time undefeated boxing world champion and daughter of the late, beloved global icon and humanitarian Muhammad Ali - as a featured speaker at #NCSS2026! ➡️ Learn more: hubs.li/Q04sqPWg0 #edusky

Registration for our free Texas Conference on Introductory History Courses, September 25–26, at St. Edward's University, is open now. Join us for thought-provoking discussions about introductory history courses and student success in Texas.

📰 The latest issue of #SocialEducation is on its way to your mailbox! This special issue focuses on the upcoming 25th anniversary of the tragic events of September 11. ➡️ Read it now: hubs.li/Q04sq3B00 #classroom #edchat #museumsky #edusky

46% of Americans can't say what America's 250th commemorates. The C3 Framework turned 10 in 2023 — we talked civics education's next chapter at NCSS. youtu.be/ZHvN4-mB28A #CivicsEd #America250 #TargetedFilm @socialstudies.org #NCSSTV

🗳️ Vote for our @sxswedu.com Proposal! This panel will provide practical and actionable insights to reimagine social studies education as something that empowers students to sustain, and strengthen, our constitutional democracy: participate.sxsw.com/flow/sxsw/sx... #edusky

As a new school year begins, this six-point framework from the @socialstudies.org RSCD offers a practical way to teach about religion with accuracy and care—recognizing internal diversity, change, cultural context, beliefs, behaviors, and belonging. #ReligiousLiteracy #ReligionMatters

NCSS is pleased to offer a limited number of conference registration scholarships. ➡️Learn more and apply here by Friday, September 4: hubs.li/Q04pFn8-0 #edusky

⏳ Early Bird Savings for #NCSS2026 end July 30! Grab your NCSS Annual Conference registration now and prepare to connect with fellow educators, discover fresh teaching strategies, and leave inspired. : hubs.li/Q04nMVWQ0 #NCSS2026 #educator #Chicago

Some moments from the 2026 NCSS Summer Leadership Institute and Hill Day! We hope to see you at next year's event, and/or at our Annual Conference this December 4-6. Find out more at socialstudies.org/conference #edusky

Spotted on Capitol Hill today! Alexandra Levy, AHA staff, and Jennifer Baniewicz, AHA Council, joined @socialstudies.org for its 2026 Hill Day, urging lawmakers to support high-quality social studies and civics education. Learn more about our advocacy efforts: https://bit.ly/4wI5Rg5.

Excited to moderate “Religious Liberty and Protecting the First Amendment” at the NCSS 2026 Summer Leadership Institute. We’ll discuss teaching about religion with accuracy, respect, and a grounding in the First Amendment. Register here: www.socialstudies.org/node/29011 #ReligiousLiteracy #NCSS

The FIFA #WorldCup2026 is a great opportunity for educators to connect #sports with meaningful social studies learning in the classroom. Explore these soccer-related, classroom-ready resources now: ⚽ hubs.li/Q04l21TW0 ⚽ hubs.li/Q04l2bXh0 ⚽ hubs.li/Q04l1MJw0 ⚽ hubs.li/Q04l1-vk0 #FIFA2026 #edusky

📣 Good news, everyone! Early Bird registration rates for the 106th NCSS Annual Conference have been extended to July 15. Come celebrate Social Studies 365 in Chicago! hubs.li/Q04kNcCn0 #NCSS2026 #teaching #history

💻 Two days, so many ideas! This year's Summer Virtual Conference agenda covers everything from teaching the Declaration of Independence to using zines for civic action. ➡️ View the agenda now: hubs.li/Q04j4x5w0 #summerpd #America250 #pedagogy #edusky

📢 Our Summer Leadership Institute is designed for classroom teachers, curriculum and building leaders, and NCSS leaders who are ready to build their capacity for advocacy and leadership in social studies education. ➡️ Register now: hubs.li/Q04gphPB0 #edleader

NEW RELEASE! 📖 This is a brand new title co-published by TESOL International Association and NCSS. This book is designed to help English language educators in the U.S. teach social studies with equity and confidence. ➡️ hubs.li/Q04gyVNC0 #edusky

Don't miss tonight's free virtual event! hubs.li/Q04fG1760 #skybrarian #edusky

🎉 Come celebrate Social Studies 365 in Chicago! ➡️ Early Bird registration rates available now: hubs.li/Q04gwSsl0 #NCSS2026 #edusky

📰 The latest issue of Social Education spotlights the #HarlemRenaissance, as well as our latest Book Award Recipient list and our annotated list of Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People! ➡️ View now: hubs.li/Q04f1vl50 #librarysky #childrensbooks

✈️ May 21, 7 PM ET. Join NCSS & @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social for a free webinar with award-winning author Sherri L. Smith on American Wings - a hidden history your students need to know. ➡️ Register now: www.socialstudies.org/node/29150 #skybrarians #edusky

We are pleased to share that NCSS has been recognized as part of the Trade Show Executive's Fastest 50 Class of 2025. We can't wait to carry this momentum into our 106th Annual Conference this December. ➡️ Learn more about our conference: hubs.li/Q04dBnHc0 #TSEFastest50 #TSEF50 #NCSS2026

The NCSS Summer Leadership Institute (SLI) is designed for classroom teachers, curriculum and building leaders, and NCSS leaders who are ready to build their capacity for advocacy and leadership in social studies education. ➡️ Learn more: hubs.li/Q04bfQl70 #teachers #edusky

📚 Celebrate #NationalLibraryWeek with a go-to resource for bringing powerful stories into your classroom: the Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People list, developed by NCSS and the Children’s Book Council. ➡️ Explore the latest list: hubs.li/Q04cPtTz0 #skybrarians #booksky

Save your seat for this Thursday's webinar! Attendees will analyze primary sources to understand the enduring civic role of women’s colleges: hubs.li/Q045zKBC0 #civics #edusky

'"If we don’t give them (the students) the space to learn civil discourse, to understand multiple perspectives, to build some human empathy, where are they going to learn it?” Ellsworth said.' ksltv.com/education-sc...

The #NAAEE2026 Call for Presentations is open! Share proposals that speak to this year’s theme, “Imagine If...” which challenges us to consider what’s possible for our planet when we dream big. Proposals due April 10. conference.naaee.org #EnvironmentalEducation #ConservationEducation #Conference

From 1776 to 9/11 to now: how do you teach 250 years of American resilience in ways that truly engage students? ➡️ Find out at the NCSS Summer Virtual Conference, June 23–24. Registration is open now: hubs.li/Q049S3jc0 #america250 #professionaldevelopment

🎙️This Thursday's virtual discussion and Q&A with Emmy Award-winning journalist, Pulitzer Prize finalist, and poet @doctoryasmin.bsky.social is open to all educators. ➡️ Save your seat: hubs.li/Q047q2lc0 #skybrarians #edusky #inclusion

🎉 Registration is open for the 2026 NCSS Summer Leadership Institute! Join us in Washington, DC, July 13–15, for a two-and-a-half-day leadership experience set against the historic backdrop of America's 250th birthday. ➡️ Learn more: hubs.li/Q049gf-c0 #edusky

Young learners ask the hardest questions, and they often do so fearlessly. So when tackling tough topics like 9/11, it is important to be prepared. ➡️ hubs.li/Q046cl2d0