The Call for Proposals opened on August 22, 2025, with submissions due by October 17, 2025. Notifications of acceptance will be sent by December 12, 2025.
If you have questions about the program or proposals, please contact the Proposal Committee at middlestatesproposals@gmail.com
We are seeking dynamic sessions that engage participants in meaningful dialogue, practical strategies, and transformative ideas across the full spectrum of social studies education. We encourage proposals that are:
Grounded in research or classroom practice
Interactive and participant-centered
Inclusive of diverse voices and perspectives
Focused on preparing students for the complexities of the modern world
📅 Important Dates 📅
Proposal Deadline: October 17, 2025
Notification of Acceptance: December 12, 2025
Conference Dates: February 27–28, 2026
All proposals will undergo an initial blind review and will be rated based on the following:
🎯Alignment to the 2026 Conference theme and the mission of the MSCSS.
🎯Session outcomes are clearly stated for attendees.
🎯The session promotes active participation.
Additionally, preference will be given to those who have NOT presented at the MSCSS Annual Conference recently.
We welcome proposals aligned with one or more of the following strands:
🗽American History – Deepen understanding of the American experience through critical inquiry, diverse narratives, and historical thinking.
⚖️Civics & Government – Explore strategies to foster civic knowledge, engagement, and responsibility in a democratic society.
💸Economics & Personal Finance – Share approaches that build economic literacy and real-world financial skills for students.
🌍Geography & Global History – Highlight global perspectives, spatial thinking, and the interconnectedness of people, places, and events.
🧠Social Emotional Learning (SEL) – Integrate SEL into social studies to support student well-being, empathy, and community-building.
💾Instructional Technology – Showcase innovative uses of technology that enhance engagement, accessibility, and student-centered learning.
🤝Global Competence – Promote cross-cultural understanding, global awareness, and the skills needed to thrive in an interconnected world.