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PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Check out the links below for upcoming social studies professional development opportunities

For information and to register for the 2026 NCSS Conference: NCSS Conference Registration and Information

K–12 history and civics teachers: apply for the 2027 We the Teachers Congress of Educators in Denver. A paid national fellowship ($2,500 stipend, lodging provided) with teachers from every state. Apply by December 15: https://go.wm.edu/6Pgkw3

Information session: Thursday, October 15, 7:00 PM ET: https://go.wm.edu/VnKql8

Street Law is now accepting applications for the 2027 Supreme Court Summer Institute for Teachers.

You could be one of 48 secondary social studies educators selected to strengthen and expand your instruction on the Court and its cases!

  • Gain unrivaled access to a stellar lineup of SCOTUS experts and advocates

  • Learn innovative strategies to teach about current and historical cases

  • Hear decisions announced in the courtroom (Court schedule permitting)

Application deadline: March 1, 2027
APPLY NOW

Check out the NCSS site for more opportunities.

OER Project Free Online Events - click on topics below to learn more

The Civic Star Challenge, co-sponored by iCivics and the Bill of Rights Institute, recognizes educators who are helping students become informed, engaged citizens. 

To enter, share a lesson, activity, or classroom experience focused on Media Literacy, Civic Action, or Debate and Dialogue for your chance to 

  • Win a $5,000 cash prize
  • Earn national recognition 
  • Showcase your impact on students


Educators only need to submit one entry for a chance to win. All entries must be submitted by October 31, 2026 11:59 PT. Read the official contest rules. 


     Student Engagement  Activities     

The United States District Court is offering the Ask a Judge! Program for high school students.

This program introduces students to federal judges from the United States District Court for the District of Maine.

Students will learn about a judge's career path and the many pathways to becoming a judge. Judges will also discuss the Constitution and how it impacts our daily lives. The program concludes with a question-and-answer session, and we encourage students to come prepared with questions.

The Program lasts approximately 90 minutes, and the Judges will travel to your school. We encourage larger assembly style groups but can also accommodate individual classrooms.

To schedule your school for the 2026-2027 academic year. Please contact Lindsey Tully at Lindsey_Tully@med.uscourts.gov with questions or to schedule a program.


The Maine Jewish Museum offers The Delet Program Opening the Door to Greater Understanding Free to Maine K–12 schools. At a time of rising antisemitism and deepening polarization, Delet uses education, conversation, culture, and personal connection to challenge stereotypes, build bridges, and give young people the knowledge and tools to recognize and respond to antisemitism and other forms of hate. Contact dlarochelle@mainejewishmuseum.org for details.

Contact Us at info@mainesocialstudies.org


Maine Council for the Social Studies is an affiliate council with the National Council for the Social Studies 


Maine Council for the Social Studies is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

P.O. Box 618

Westbrook, ME 04092

 

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