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Pennsylvania Council for the Social Studies
PCSS promotes quality Social Studies education from kindergarten to higher learning by:
- Advocating the Social Studies at all levels of education in Pennsylvania.
- Promoting the analysis, dissemination and evaluation of Social Studies materials.
- Examining and recommending certification requirements for teachers.
- Assisting educators in organizing local Social Studies councils for professional development.
- Cooperating with schools, districts, intermediate units and other interested parties on Social Studies projects.
The Cahn Collaborative is a loosely organized group of programs and individuals intended to both honor and perpetuates the life work of Edgar Cahn. See https://pcssonline.org/the-cahn-collaborative/
106th NCSS Annual Conference | Chicago, IL | December 4-6, 2026
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Middle States Council for the Social Studies
We the People PA is a program of the Pennsylvania Council for the Social Studies.
Educator Development Opportunity
Five slots open at Boston training August 4th through 9th for Pennsylvania 4th-8th grade teachers working with high-need students, a $600 stipend, classroom materials, and more as part of a northeastern consortium.
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Teach in the Dominican Republic (Stipend + Full Support)
Please note the letter and attachments that accompany the following information from past PCSS Board member and longtime PCSS sponsor Dr. David Hall. Dear Colleagues, I am proud to partner with the Pennsylvania Council for the Social Studies to share an opportunity...
My Pennsylvania Story-Statewide Classroom Connection Project
Please note this outreach from Don McCrone at PDE via the SAS Portal — neat project! My Pennsylvania Story – Classroom Exchange Interest Form Thank you for your interest in participating in this statewide classroom connection project. The goal of My Pennsylvania Story...
The 2026 MSCSS Annual Conference
PCSS wants to support our partners at Middle States, and this NCSS flyer highlights the upcoming MSCSS Conference next February in Delaware. It would be great to have a big PCSS turnout for this event! Your Invitation from the Middle States Council for the...
Upcoming Dates
- 104th NCSS Conference: November 22nd-24th, 2024
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