Start HERE!
Let's get started!
Welcome to the Start Here page! This page contains some quick links and guidance to begin into Social Studies here in JCPS. The page is divided into sections depending on its audience. This include teachers, administration, and AICs. Please contact us for any level of support!
Contact Us
Our job as the district Social Studies team is to serve and support our teachers, students, schools, and community. Please contact us with questions or support.
Beth Marshall - elizebeth.marshall@jefferson.kyschools.us
Vincent Tinker - vincent.tinker@jefferson.kyschools.us
Teachers
Standards & State Assessment
The following links will help you with standards and the state assessment
explore the curriculum
The following links will help you explore the Living Democracy Curriculum!
Elementary: Kindergarten | 1st Grade | 2nd Grade | 3rd Grade | 4th Grade | 5th Grade
Middle: 6th Grade | 7th Grade | 8th Grade
High: U.S. History | World History | Civics
Curriculum Supports: Taking Informed Action | DBQ Project | MIKVA | ThinkCERCA
Instructional Supports
The following links will help you with instructional considerations
Video Tutorials
Attend upcoming PL and stay Informed
The following links will help you plan for professional development
Administrators and AICs
What should I see when I enter a classroom
What should I know about Social Studies?
Standards: KAS for Social Studies, Deconstruction, State Mandates
State Assessment: Assessment Overview, Released Exams, FAQs
JCPS Social Studies Newsletter: Sign up for the latest news!
How can I support Social Studies Teachers?
Contact us so we can come out and support your school!