Breakout #1

 Jon Bassett 

Gary Shiffman

Storytelling is the best technology we have for engaging students’ curiosity about other people, including the ones who made the history we teach in school. In this workshop, attendees will practice some of the techniques Jon and Gary use to guide their students both in *getting* the story in a social studies lesson and then in narrating their own accurate and skillful version of that story in their responses to Question One: What happened?  

Ana Patricia Job

Teaching Social Studies is more than a compilation of facts where students memorize information. Through fun and engaging hands-on activities,  students understand the importance of how people, events & places define our existence in society.

Elizabeth Bustamante

Participants will engage in the process of how beginning with the end in mind, such as the Performance Assessment,  aligns to the delivery of  high quality Social Studies instruction.

Yvonne Valdez

Dr. Thomas Gamboa

New to the content or not, this session is geared toward resetting our focus on the set up of the SS Classroom. The must-haves and rationale behind it with a twist of how fundamental the role of vocabulary-vs-terms is in our content.

Bryan Cutsinger

Ray Hughel

Banks play a pivotal role in an economy by mediating many of the dynamic components of a Free Enterprise system. How do they operate? What makes a bank a profitable going concern? What functions do banks offer that make individuals economically freer and potentially entrepreneurial? These and the answers to other questions are approached in this primer on an industry that requires better understanding.

Mexican American Studies (MAS) comunidad de aprendizaje

Join us at the MAS comunidad de aprendizaje teacher pannel, where passionate educators and experts will convene to discuss the vital role of Mexican American Studies in high school curricula. Explore the significance of including a dedicated section on this subject to provide students with a well-rounded understanding of Mexican American culture, history, and contributions. Engage in discussions sions that aim to foster inclusivity, diversity, and empower the next generation of informed and culturally aware citizens. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation on enhancing education and creating a more inclusive learning environment for all.

Marylou Rocha

We will explore the enduring importance of Holocaust education in our contemporary world. Delve into the lessons and stories from this dark chapter in history and discover their relevance to current social and political landscapes. We will discuss the impact of Holocaust education in fostering tolerance, empathy, and social justice, and its role in preventing the repetition of such atrocities. Join us for a compelling and informative session that highlights the ongoing need to remember, learn, and teach about the Holocaust to ensure a brighter and more tolerant future.