Join the regional community of practice for secondary (grades 6-12) social studies teachers to improve teaching and learning, focusing on challenges in the classroom and innovative practices. Members will share ideas, strategies, and resources, offer feedback and engage in professional learning, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This collaboration will strengthen individual practices and the school community, leading to positive educational outcomes.
October 27, 2026 SPECIAL EVENT: Join the Zekelman Holocaust Center and EUP ISD for an exploration of Art, Media Literacy, and Trauma Informed Practices when teaching the Holocaust.
Agenda:
9 a.m. - Welcome, Introductions, checking in
9:15 - View Traveling Exhibits at LSSU Arts Center & Library
10:00 - Learning Block 1: Art as Power and Media Literacy
12:00 - Lunch at the Student Activity Center
12:40 - Learning Block 2: Trauma Informed Practices and Teaching the Holocaust
2:00 - Round Table: Emerging Issues in Social Studies Instruction
2:45 - Closure: State/National Updates, meeting evaluation
Lunch is provided for participants who register 24 hours in advance. 5 SCECHs per meeting are available.
Agenda (for all days other than October 27):
9 a.m. - Welcome, Introductions, checking in
9:30 - Noon - Community of practice in action: Set up/context, reflect & share, discuss & practice, closure.
Noon: Lunch
12:30 - Shared Learning Block. Topics may include but are not limited to: Developing literacy skills in the social studies classroom, Inquiry-Based instruction, Cross-Disciplinary instruction, and the C3 Framework.
2:00 - Round Table: Emerging Issues in Social Studies Instruction
2:45 - Closure: State/National Updates, meeting evaluation
Lunch is provided for participants who register 24 hours in advance. 5 SCECHs per meeting are available (pending approval).
Contact Helen Craig, social studies consultant, with questions about this event - hcraig-isd@eupschools.org