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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/
NCSS Conference for 2024
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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!
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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Latest News from PCSS
Start Planning Now for the 65th Annual Pennsylvania Council
Please start planning now for the 65th Annual Pennsylvania Council for the Social Studies Conference which will be held October 18—October 20, 2018 at the Red Lion Hotel Harrisburg East (4751 Lindle Road Harrisburg, PA 17111). Conference Theme: PCSS: WHERE IT ALL...
James Madison Legacy Project at Rutgers University
Attached is information (WTP SI Announcement) about the James Madison Legacy Project, which is professional development regarding the We the People materials. Also attached is the Teacher Agreement, which is the registration form that teachers need to complete and...
April Issue of the The Point
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Upcoming Dates
- 104th NCSS Conference: November 22nd-24th, 2024
Historic Boston!