WSHM Offers Activities for All Ages
"Black History Month is an opportunity to explore the achievements and contributions of Black Americans in our past and honor those in our present. You can explore stories and make connections through online and in-person activities with the Washington State Historical Society (WSHS)."
Honor Black History Month With These Resources:
See the News Release for more information and dates of events.
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Holocaust Center's Paul Regelbrugge Featured in Washington Post
When should my kids read ‘Maus’? How parents can help children learn about the Holocaust.
A recent article from the Washington Post, featuring Paul Reglebrugge from the Holocaust Center for Humanity, addresses recent concerns over the removal of "Maus" and other related materials from classrooms.
Recognizing and Confronting Antisemitism in Today's World
A Holocaust Center for Humanity PD opportunity
This series of online workshops for teachers will provide teachers with an opportunity to explore topics in-depth and gain practical ideas and activities to easily implement in the classroom. Learn more about this Powell Professional Development Series on Holocaust Education 2022.
March 3 | 4:00-6:00 PM | Sign Up for Clock Hours
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Education Now Spring 2022 Season
Join Education Now for insights and strategies to address challenges in early childhood development, K-12 schooling, and higher education.
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February 9: Navigating Tensions Over Teaching Race and Racism
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February 23: Relationships and Health — New Connections for Early Learners
NCSC's Civics Education Essay Contest
The National Center for State Courts (NCSC) wanted to share some exciting news about an educational, rewarding opportunity for students. NCSC is giving 3rd-12th graders a chance to express their opinion about which U.S. Constitutional Amendment they believe has made the biggest impact in American’s lives.
Our official essay question: Which Amendment to the U.S. Constitution has made the biggest difference in people’s lives? Explain how and why.
What’s in it for students? We’re giving away a total of $3,000 in cash to the winners. Essays are due February 25, 2022. More details about contest guidelines, prizes and how to enter are available at www.ncsc.org/contest.
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Attention: History/Social Studies Teachers – Apply Now for Colonial Dames Scholarship Funding
Apply today for a National Society of Colonial Dames of America Washington scholarship for continuing education in American history/social studies. Applications and funding guidelines are available at www.nscdawa.org. Repeating from last year is scholarship funding for subscriptions for editing video platforms, purchase of technological equipment, League of Women Voters Civics textbooks, oral history projects, virtual and otherwise workshops, conferences, and seminars, and virtual Advanced Placement courses and teacher certification.
Submit your application by March 6, 2022. You may apply for three $1,500 scholarships. Learn more about this opportunity.
 Who Will be Named History Teacher of the Year 2022?
- National winner chosen from among state winners receives a $10,000 prize presented at an award ceremony in their honor in New York City.
- State winners receive a $1,000 prize, an archive of classroom resources, and recognition at a ceremony in their state.
- Deadline for 2022 nominations: April 30, 2022
- Deadline for 2022 nominees to submit supporting materials: May 30, 2022
Learn more about the Gilder Lehrman History Teacher of the Year Award program
Ham4Progress Award for Educational Advancement
Gilder Lehrman is excited to share an amazing opportunity for eligible college-bound juniors in your district.
Gilder Lehrman is proud to partner with Hamilton on the Ham4Progress Award for Educational Advancement. This award supports college-bound high school students from communities that directly experience the consequences of injustice and discrimination. Recipients of the Ham4Progress award will receive $3,500 for educational purposes.
Applications are due June 15, 2022.
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Do you have a good story to share?
OSPI is seeking stories that recognize Social Studies educators doing good work in grades K-12. We encourage administrators and educators to submit stories of districts, schools, classrooms, or community organizations promoting Social Studies. Send your story to SocialStudies@k12.wa.us.
Civics Curriculum Grant Reopened!
Funding for Curriculum Development, In-service Training, and Instructional Materials
This grant was created to support districts in enhancing civic education through in-service training and the development or adoption of curriculum and instructional materials. Districts may apply as a consortium (partner with other districts) in order to leverage this funding, such as combining funding and staff for a professional development opportunity.
$1,500 for large districts | $750 for small districts
- Individual districts apply through FP 171
- Consortium of districts apply through FP 172
Apply by: March 1 at 4 PM
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K–12 Open Educational Resources
2022–2023 OER Adaptation and Implementation Grant
Currently open in iGrants – FP 1 | March 21, 2022–June 30, 2023
Open Educational Resources (OER) are teaching and learning materials that are free to use, adapt, and share. This grant opportunity will increase the adaptation and implementation of high-quality OER units on the Washington OER Hub in high need areas indicated by school districts. Learn more.
PROPOSALS DUE: March 3, by 4 pm
Register for the grant walkthrough webinar: February 9, 2022 | 3:30 pm–4:30 pm
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OSPI Media Literacy & Digital Citizenship Planning Grant Now Available
Planning grants for the remainder of FY 2021-22 are available for teams that want to apply for a project grant that would be implemented FY 2022-23. That project would involve integrating Media Literacy, Digital Citizenship, and/or Synthetic Media (aka deepfakes) curriculum into classes. Planning grant applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants are encouraged to submit their proposals as soon as possible since they will be reviewed before the cut-off date of May 18, 2022. Planning grant applications can be accessed via iGrants (Form Package 1). Visit this OSPI page for more details and to register for a virtual walk-through. Questions? Contact Lesley James, Media Literacy & Digital Citizenship Program Supervisor, lesley.james@k12.wa.us.
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Transform How U.S. History and Civics Are Taught in Your District
Apply for a fellowship that will support six teachers in your district to localize a middle school U.S. history curriculum aligned to the Educating for American Democracy Roadmap.
There is no cost for your district to participate. If your district is selected, you’ll be asked to recruit six teacher fellows. Read the overview for more details.
Apply by Friday, January 28, 2022
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Understanding Procedural Justice
Spotlight on Civic Learning in Washington
Here’s the latest blog that spotlights and links to lesson plans which judges will deliver in classrooms. This piece looks at Procedural Justice, and links to the lesson plan which explores the idea of fairness through role plays and discussion. The lesson includes a handout explaining basic procedural rights guaranteed by the U.S. Bill of Rights.
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Western States Civics Coalition Presents:
A REPUBLIC IF WE CAN KEEP IT - CIVIL DISCOURSE IN OUR CLASSROOMS
with Joe Schmidt, Author and Educator
This presentation combines research based best practices and years of classroom and supervisor experience in laying out a "how to" guide that supports student engagement in the classroom. Learn more about this PD.
February 24 | 3:30-5:00 pm PT | Free | Online | K-12 Audience
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Renewing Trust in Democracy: The Role of the News Media
A William W. Treat Lecture
Join Cecilia Kang of The New York Times, Joe McQuaid of New Hampshire Union Leader, and Melanie Plenda of Granite State News Collaborative in a nonpartisan conversation about the role of the news media in our democracy and its essential function of informing "we the people".
February 10 | 6:30-8:00 pm ET | Free | Online | General Public
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Contested Territory: America’s Involvement in Vietnam, 1945–75
A National Endowment for the Humanities Summer Institute for K–12 Educators
This NEH Summer Institute will explore modern Vietnam in order to situate the American War in broader spatial settings and longer historical contexts. This Institute aims to introduce a fascinating place rich in history and to animate a geographic and historical perspective among participants. Participants are offered a stipend of $2,200.
July 18–29, 2022 at the National Humanities Center | Deadline to apply: March 1
Ancient Stories, New Neighbors
NEH Summer Institute for K–12 Educators
Explore new voices and historical perspectives that are rapidly changing the way we understand and teach Indigenous and colonial history and its continued significance today. Join Plimoth Patuxet Museums and expert faculty from tribal communities, colleges, and universities across the country for a two-week, residential NEH Summer Institute for Teachers July 24 - August 6, 2022.
July 24 - August 6 | Deadline to apply: March 1
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Rural Experience in America:
Community Civics through Historical Inquiry
Funded by a grant from the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources program, NCHE is proud to announce a 3-part colloquium for teachers focusing on Rural America.
The Rural Experience in America - Asynchronous Learning: K-12 registered teachers will self-pace through the Library of Congress online course from December 1, 2021 through January 31, 2022. We’ve also partnered with the Right Question Institute, and there will be a 4-week course offered from February 1 - March 1, 2022 that blends the Question Formulation Technique with primary sources.
The Rural Experience in America - Online Colloquia: K-12 registered teachers will participate in three online synchronous Saturday professional development sessions led by historians and educational specialists. These sessions will be held on March 5, 2022, April 2, 2022, and May 7, 2022 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm (EST) and will focus on the regions and history of rural America.
The Rural Experience in America - Onsite Colloquium: 15 teachers (preference will be given to K-12 teachers in rural schools) will be selected to travel to the University of Oklahoma along with their community partners on July 16 – 17, 2022.
See the handout for more information or visit the website.
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