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August 7, 2018  Number 288    e-Newsletter

The Social Studies Professional 

Focus on SCOTUS: Teaching about the Highest Court in the United States

Confirmations are set to begin in the Senate this fall for President Trump's second Supreme Court nominee, Judge Brett Kavanaugh. Judge Kavanaugh is a United States Circuit Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit and was White House Staff Secretary during the presidency of George W. Bush. Help students to understand the role and influence of the Supreme Court with resources from NCSS and our colleagues. (Read More)
President's Message
NCSS President India Meissel reflects on summer professional development opportunities and encourages teachers to continue learning in her first blog. "Take the energy and enthusiasm that you showed in the summer and continue it throughout the year by attending your state conference, regional conference, or some type of workshop in your field." (Read More)
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Register now for this online institute for social studies teachers: Socrates and the Battle for the Soul of America. Engage students in open dialogue to understand and take informed action when differences may arise. September 9-October 21, 2018 (Read More)
Judge Adrienne Nelson to Speak at the NCSS Annual Conference 
Justice Adrienne Nelson was appointed to the Oregon Supreme Court on January 2, 2018, making her the first African-American to sit on the state's highest court and on any appellate state court. Judge Nelson is a frequent speaker on a number of topics including diversity, inclusion, equity, leadership, and professional development. Check out the growing lineup of speakers at the Conference, being held November 30 - December 2, 2018 in Chicago. (Read more)
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NCSS Affiliated Councils
Conferences and Events


South Carolina Council for the Social Studies Conference
North Charleston, SC
Register | September 20 - 22, 2018

Iowa Council for the Social Studies Conference
Altoona, IA
Register | October 1, 2018

Texas Council for the Social Studies Conference
Houston, TX
Register | October 12-14, 2018

Arizona Council for the Social Studies Conference
Mesa, AZ
Register | October 20, 2018

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NCSS Professional Learning
Institutes, Webinars, and Events

Webinar | September 9 - October 21, 2018
Socrates and the Battle for the Soul of America: An Online Institute 
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98th NCSS Annual Conference 
Chicago, IL
Register | Nov 30 - Dec 2, 2018


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The Social Studies Professional — known as TSSP — is the official member newsletter of National Council for the Social Studies. TSSP is published twice a month, 24 times per year.

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