CA HistorySocSci Ed

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[California Council for the Social Studies @CAsocialstudies]

🏆 Honored in March at #CCSS2026: CJ Eastwood of Pacific High School, a 2026 Outstanding High School Social Studies Teacher of the Year!

Know a teacher like CJ? 📣 Nominate them for a 2027 award by Nov. 8: https://t.co/9GaEHA735c

#CCSSAwards #SocialStudies

[CA Department of Education @CADeptEd]

It’s #DigitalCitizenshipWeek! 🌐🤖

This year’s theme, Human-Centered Digital Citizenship in the Age of AI, highlights the skills CA students need to learn, and connect online safely, ethically, and responsibly as artificial intelligence becomes part of their everyday lives.

[LOCMaps @LOCMaps]

This striking 1895 geologic map of the region around Great Smoky Mountains National Park includes six geologic cross-sections to provide rich details of the landscape.

Take a closer look here: https://t.co/EsaPWRq08o

[National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) @NCSSNetwork]

Looking for a creative way to bring #geography to life? This classroom project combines a student-created world map and postcards from around the globe to spark #curiosity, #inquiry, and connections between people and places.

➡️ Read the open-access article: https://t.co/4OuZSOVzHq #middlelevel #learning

[The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @Gilder_Lehrman]

High school students🌟Join us for a special Zoom conversation with Denver Brunsman, 10/21 at 7pm! Prof. Brunsman will talk about the process of researching and writing history and what it’s like to spend your days investigating the past.

Register: https://t.co/oOTT1WLfRM

[CA Department of Education @CADeptEd]

California public school and independent school staff, Tribal partners, educators, and researchers are invited to register for a webinar on October 27 about Native student data.

[CA Department of Education @CADeptEd]

It’s the Week of the School Administrator! 🎓

We recognize California’s school administrators for their leadership and dedication to students, educators, and school communities. Thank you for helping create safe, supportive environments where every student can thrive.

[U.S. National Archives @USNatArchives]

A couple of months ago, we highlighted some of our nation’s lesser-known Founding Fathers. Today, we’re sharing the stories of some Founding Ladies—women whose boldness and vision helped shape America.
#America250

[CA HistorySocSci Ed @CaEdHSS]

Help students safely practice banking in the digital age with @NextGenPF's Online Bank Simulator. Launch the simulator at https://t.co/iWvpIGwh3S

[California Council for the Social Studies @CAsocialstudies]

🏆 Honored in March at #CCSS2026: Judge Julia Alloggiamento (Santa Clara County Superior Court), winner of the 2026 Roy Erickson Civic Education Leadership Award!

Know a civic education champion? 📣 Nominate them by Nov. 8: https://t.co/9GaEHA735c

#CCSSAwards #SocialStudies

[CA HistorySocSci Ed @CaEdHSS]

This fall, @CaDeptEd is hosting a series of webinar to support educators planning for the personal finance graduation requirement, with the next webinar coming up on 10/13. Learn more and access registration from https://t.co/WjT7pINzEG

[California Council for the Social Studies @CAsocialstudies]

Proposals DUE TOMORROW the Annual Conference! February 26-28, 2027 in San Jose Share your best strategies, lessons, and ideas to help students think critically, evaluate information, and engage as informed citizens. Submit your proposal today! https://t.co/7Reiw3PHe6

[CIRCLE @CivicYouth]

What does youth voter registration look like?

Based on analysis of voter file data as of 9/1/26, we compare young people, 18-29, currently registered to vote to September 2022, the most recent midterms.

Read the research here: https://t.co/dmJLdUpzyY

[The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @Gilder_Lehrman]

🗝️Join us for #InsidetheVault on October 1! Dr. Denver Brunsman will discuss a rare letter by George Washington, expressing his dismay at the growing partisan divide in America. This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages!

Sign up: https://t.co/nF97atttlM

[iCivics @icivics]

Join us Saturday, Sept. 26 for the Teaching About the 2026 Elections Conference hosted by @UWMadisonPLACE. Catch iCivics Sr. Director of Digital Learning Carrie Ray-Hill alongside a fantastic lineup of speakers sharing strategies for civic learninr: https://t.co/8LHRJxG4Sz

[U.S. National Archives @USNatArchives]

Happy Constitution Day!📜On September 17, 1787, delegates gathered at the Constitutional Convention to sign the U.S. Constitution, establishing the foundation of our nation's government.
The National Archives is proud to be the permanent home to our nation's founding documents.

[C-SPAN Classroom @CSPANClassroom]

#OnThisDay in 1787, the delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed the document they had created. Every year, students around the country celebrate #ConstitutionDay in remembrance: https://t.co/ScpfqEbVEJ.

#OTDH #OTD #GovChat #APGov #USHistory #APUSH

[CA Department of Education @CADeptEd]

Attention California juniors and seniors!

Want to meet national leaders and earn a $10k scholarship? Apply for the 2027 US @SenateYouth Program!

https://t.co/SPHmMd8wDM #USSYP

[CA Department of Education @CADeptEd]

September 15-October 15 is #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth!

In classrooms across California, this month is an opportunity to celebrate the rich history, cultures, languages, literature, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.

[National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) @NCSSNetwork]

Constitution Day is around the corner! Register for tomorrow's online #ConstitutionDay Conversation or explore other resources now: https://t.co/D6PgfFc2fi #america250 #edutwitter