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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/
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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.
FREE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT for Upper Elementary and Middle School Teachers!
Summer 2025 and School Year 2025-26 Project Citizen Opportunity
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.
Student Voices: Moments in History, Herstory, and Current Events
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Join PA Civics on Zoom for the State of Civic Education on Monday, March 10
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Upcoming Dates
- 104th NCSS Conference: November 22nd-24th, 2024
Historic Boston!