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Conferences & Professional Learning


2025 NCSS Teaching with Primary Sources Methods Academy - West

June 3, 2025 – June 4, 2025
History Colorado,  Denver,  CO

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2025 NCSS Teaching with Primary Sources Methods Academy - Midwest

June 9, 2025 – June 11, 2025
Illinois State University,  Normal,  IL

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2025 NCSS Summer Virtual Conference

June 25, 2025 – June 26, 2025
Online, 

The National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) invites educators of all grade levels and contexts, including classroom teachers, curriculum specialists, administrators, and researchers, to submit proposals for our third annual Virtual Summer Conference. This year's theme, "The Power of Civil Discourse: Fostering Empathy and Understanding in the Classroom," highlights the vital role that respectful dialogue, critical thinking, and diverse perspectives play in shaping informed, compassionate, and engaged citizens.

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2025 Summer Leadership Institute

July 14, 2025 – July 16, 2025
World War I Museum & Memorial,  Kansas City,  MO, United States

Join the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) for the 2025 Summer Leadership Institute (SLI) in Kansas City, Missouri as we embark on an inspiring journey to empower social studies and aspiring leaders across the nation. SLI is dedicated to equipping classroom teachers, curriculum and building leaders, as well as leaders from state councils, communities, and associated groups with the tools they need to build their capacity for advocacy and leadership in social studies education. This year's institute will provide essential resources and networking opportunities to support local advocacy and to strengthen our collective voice and influence.

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2025 IDM Summer Institute

September 26, 2025 – October 1, 2025
Online, 

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