@CaEdHSS

Promoting quality history-social science education in California. RTs/follows do not imply endorsement.

 Sacramento, CA
cde.ca.gov/pd/ca/hs/
Joined October 2015
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CA HistorySocSci Ed retweeted
CA Department of Education@CADeptEd6h
It’s #DigitalCitizenshipWeek! 🌐🤖 This year’s theme, Human-Centered Digital Citizenship in the Age of AI, highlights the skills CA students need to learn, and connect online safely, ethically, and responsibly as artificial intelligence becomes part of their everyday lives.
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CA HistorySocSci Ed retweeted
LOCMaps@LOCMaps7h
This striking 1895 geologic map of the region around Great Smoky Mountains National Park includes six geologic cross-sections to provide rich details of the landscape. Take a closer look here: loc.gov/item/99446177/?loclr…
Geologic map with six cross-section diagrams of geologic layers and legend information on the left and right sides of the page.

ALT Geologic map with six cross-section diagrams of geologic layers and legend information on the left and right sides of the page.

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Looking for a creative way to bring #geography to life? This classroom project combines a student-created world map and postcards from around the globe to spark #curiosity, #inquiry, and connections between people and places. ➡️ Read the open-access article: hubs.li/Q04BnS4V0 #middlelevel #learning
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High school students🌟Join us for a special Zoom conversation with Denver Brunsman, 10/21 at 7pm! Prof. Brunsman will talk about the process of researching and writing history and what it’s like to spend your days investigating the past. Register: ow.ly/r3RF50ZYceb
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CA HistorySocSci Ed retweeted
CA Department of Education@CADeptEdOct 14
California public school and independent school staff, Tribal partners, educators, and researchers are invited to register for a webinar on October 27 about Native student data.
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CA HistorySocSci Ed retweeted
CA Department of Education@CADeptEdOct 13
It’s the Week of the School Administrator! 🎓 We recognize California’s school administrators for their leadership and dedication to students, educators, and school communities. Thank you for helping create safe, supportive environments where every student can thrive.
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CA HistorySocSci Ed retweeted
U.S. National Archives
@USNatArchivesOct 9
A couple of months ago, we highlighted some of our nation’s lesser-known Founding Fathers. Today, we’re sharing the stories of some Founding Ladies—women whose boldness and vision helped shape America. #America250
Martha Washington (image by the National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution) and Abigail Adams (image by The White House Historical Association).

ALT Martha Washington (image by the National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution) and Abigail Adams (image by The White House Historical Association).

Phillis Wheatley (image by the David M. Rubenstein Americana Collection) and Elizabeth Hamilton (Excerpt from Petition of Elizabeth Hamilton to Congress, National Archives Record Group 128)

ALT Phillis Wheatley (image by the David M. Rubenstein Americana Collection) and Elizabeth Hamilton (Excerpt from Petition of Elizabeth Hamilton to Congress, National Archives Record Group 128)

Mercy Otis Warren (Title Page from History of the Rise, Progress and Termination of the American Revolution, Library of Congress) and Dolley Madison (Image from The White House Historical Association)

ALT Mercy Otis Warren (Title Page from History of the Rise, Progress and Termination of the American Revolution, Library of Congress) and Dolley Madison (Image from The White House Historical Association)

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🏆 Honored in March at #CCSS2026: Judge Julia Alloggiamento (Santa Clara County Superior Court), winner of the 2026 Roy Erickson Civic Education Leadership Award! Know a civic education champion? 📣 Nominate them by Nov. 8: ccss.org/2027awards #CCSSAwards #SocialStudies
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Proposals DUE TOMORROW the Annual Conference! February 26-28, 2027 in San Jose Share your best strategies, lessons, and ideas to help students think critically, evaluate information, and engage as informed citizens. Submit your proposal today! ccss.org/call-for-proposals
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🗝️Join us for #InsidetheVault on October 1! Dr. Denver Brunsman will discuss a rare letter by George Washington, expressing his dismay at the growing partisan divide in America. This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages! Sign up: gilderlehrman.org/collection…
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CA HistorySocSci Ed retweeted
iCivics
@icivicsSep 21
Join us Saturday, Sept. 26 for the Teaching About the 2026 Elections Conference hosted by @UWMadisonPLACE. Catch iCivics Sr. Director of Digital Learning Carrie Ray-Hill alongside a fantastic lineup of speakers sharing strategies for civic learninr: hubs.la/Q04xVMCk0
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CA HistorySocSci Ed retweeted
U.S. National Archives
@USNatArchivesSep 17
Happy Constitution Day!📜On September 17, 1787, delegates gathered at the Constitutional Convention to sign the U.S. Constitution, establishing the foundation of our nation's government. The National Archives is proud to be the permanent home to our nation's founding documents.
Constitution of the United States, September 17, 1787. NAID: 1667751

ALT Constitution of the United States, September 17, 1787. NAID: 1667751

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CA HistorySocSci Ed retweeted
C-SPAN Classroom
@CSPANClassroomSep 17
#OnThisDay in 1787, the delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed the document they had created. Every year, students around the country celebrate #ConstitutionDay in remembrance: c-span.org/classroom/documen…. #OTDH #OTD #GovChat #APGov #USHistory #APUSH
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CA HistorySocSci Ed retweeted
CA Department of Education@CADeptEdSep 16
Attention California juniors and seniors! Want to meet national leaders and earn a $10k scholarship? Apply for the 2027 US @SenateYouth Program! cde.ca.gov/nr/el/le/yr26ltr0… #USSYP
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CA HistorySocSci Ed retweeted
CA Department of Education@CADeptEdSep 15
September 15-October 15 is #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth! In classrooms across California, this month is an opportunity to celebrate the rich history, cultures, languages, literature, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
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Constitution Day is around the corner! Register for tomorrow's online #ConstitutionDay Conversation or explore other resources now: hubs.li/Q04vz3zh0 #america250 #edutwitter
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Source Material, a new webinar series from NCSS and @Inquiredlearn, starts a week from today! Episode 1 is about building a culture of inquiry: the moves that get students arguing a question from the sources instead of waiting to be told. Cornelius Minor joins hosts Hannah Berkowitz and LaKethia White, live at 4:45 PM ET. ➡️ Free registration: hubs.li/Q04vc7Tt0 #inquiry #classroom
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CA HistorySocSci Ed retweeted
C-SPAN Classroom
@CSPANClassroomSep 9
Using archival and contemporary @CSPAN footage, this NEW lesson explores the timeline of several key events of the 9/11 terrorist attacks: c-span.org/classroom/documen…. #September11th #CSPAN #PrimarySource #SSChat #EdChat #USHistory #APUSH #GovChat #APGov
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🇺🇸 How do we teach the Constitution as a living framework? Join NCSS online on September 15 to hear perspectives from the bench, #classroom, academy, and civic life—and take ideas back to your students. ➡️ Registration is free and open to all educators: hubs.li/Q04vwRJD0 #professionallearning #constitutionday #edutwitter
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CA HistorySocSci Ed retweeted
CA Department of Education@CADeptEdAug 31
All Things #BackToSchool! 🍎✏️📚 @CA_Supt Tony Thurmond and the California Department of Education support our schools in continuing a successful start to the school year. 📅: Sept. 3, 2026 🕑: 2 p.m. 🔗: Register at: tinyurl.com/ATBTS-CDE
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