Important read from LaGarrett King on U.S. 250th. "If we restrict our definition to those founders, we ignore the contributions of women, Native Americans, the poor, and Black people who were excluded from these gatherings by racism, sexism, and classism." www.edweek.org/teaching-lea...

📣 New Statement from BCSS on civics, democratic responsibility, & the role of educators in this moment. We affirm that civics education is not neutral. It bends toward liberty & justice through critical inquiry, historical truth, & collective responsibility.

Statement on "State Violence & Civics Education in a Democracy" from the Big City Social Studies Group. "Civics education in a democracy bends towards liberty and justice, not of its own accord, but through the efforts of educators and students."

"Movements in Democracy" Online Teacher Professional Development Workshop on June 23-24, 2025 hosted by UCLA. This webinar will be presented through case studies in Myanmar and South Korea. Sign up below. #SSchat

Teach Truth Day of Action! Saturday, June 7th We invite educators, students, parents, and community members to host an event to defend the freedom to learn. We ask EVERYONE to take a public stand in defense of #TeachTruth.

To follow up our Teacher Town Hall, we’ve collected the resources & suggestions shared by facilitators & attendees as we build a stronger, more just profession. #edusky

Couldn't make the @bigcityss.bsky.social teacher town hall? We have compiled the resources that were shared here: bigcitysocialstudies.org/new-horizons...

To follow up our Teacher Town Hall, we’ve collected the resources & suggestions shared by facilitators & attendees as we build a stronger, more just profession. #edusky