The Tennessee Council for the Social Studies is an association devoted to providing information, resources, and support for all those involved in social studies education. This includes K-12 teachers, supervisors of instruction, and college professors, in the various disciplines interested in and involved in the social studies.
ANNOUNCING:
The Tennessee Council for the Social Studies is pleased to announce that Nashville, Tennessee has been chosen as the site of The National Conference for the Social Studies in November, 2023!
Our very proud and hard-working Tennessee Council for the Social Studies is committed to making this the best national conference ever, with over 4,500 teachers expected!
Stay tuned!
The Tennessee Council for the Social Studies is pleased to announce that Nashville, Tennessee has been chosen as the site of The National Conference for the Social Studies in November, 2023!
Our very proud and hard-working Tennessee Council for the Social Studies is committed to making this the best national conference ever, with over 4,500 teachers expected!
Stay tuned!
OPPORTUNITY... U.S. History Range Finder
TDOE is seeking educators to participate in range finding for U.S. history. During range finding, educators determine cut score levels based on the Tennessee writing rubrics and identify anchor papers to be used in the scoring process. Range finding will take place in Nashville during the week of July 17.
All interested applicants should complete an online application. The application window will close on Wednesday, May 10. The application, along with a brief description of the responsibilities and time commitment for each committee, is available here. All applicants will be notified of status by May 17.
Apply for the National Council for the Social Studies Awards and Grants
2017 White House History Teacher Institute
Monday, July 17 - Friday, July 21, 2017
Washington, DC
Applications are now being accepted through May 1, 2017
Monday, July 17 - Friday, July 21, 2017
Washington, DC
Applications are now being accepted through May 1, 2017
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Monday, July 24 is the annual Tennessee History for Kids history tent revival.
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Annual Fall Retreat
Cherokee Culture: Up Close and Personal
Dandridge, TN – Friday evening, August 11 and Saturday, August 12, 2017
Enjoy an indigenous meal Friday night, sessions on Cherokee history, language and culture led by members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, and learn strategies for incorporating primary sources as presented by the Tennessee State Library and Archives. Attendees will also enjoy the Spirit of Nations powwow (and an Indian taco too!).
Click for More Information on the Speakers Registration Form (Doc.) PDF Registration Form
Cherokee Culture Schedule
For any Questions and/or additional Information contact Mark Finchum at:
indiancreekproductions@gmail.com
Cherokee Culture: Up Close and Personal
Dandridge, TN – Friday evening, August 11 and Saturday, August 12, 2017
Enjoy an indigenous meal Friday night, sessions on Cherokee history, language and culture led by members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, and learn strategies for incorporating primary sources as presented by the Tennessee State Library and Archives. Attendees will also enjoy the Spirit of Nations powwow (and an Indian taco too!).
Click for More Information on the Speakers Registration Form (Doc.) PDF Registration Form
Cherokee Culture Schedule
For any Questions and/or additional Information contact Mark Finchum at:
indiancreekproductions@gmail.com
Our next annual conference will be March 1-2, 2018,
at the Marriott Cool Springs Conference Center in Franklin, TN.
at the Marriott Cool Springs Conference Center in Franklin, TN.
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