This workshop will introduce 6th-12th grade humanities teachers to Facing History’s new unit, Sowing Change Inquiry: The Delano Grape Strike and Boycott. While leaders play an important role in the success of social movements, the collective efforts behind social change are often overlooked. Understanding the history of the California farm worker movement that emerged during […]
2026 Economic Episodes In American History, Civics and Government This year, we are combining practical instruction and examples from the Economic Episodes in American History and Economic Episodes in Civics and American Government textbooks into one workshop. Textbook authors, Dr. Scott Niederjohn and Dr. Mark Schug, will conduct this workshop designed to help teachers offer […]
WCSS 26: EMPOWERING TOMORROW’S VOICES! What to Expect at WCSS 26: Inspiring keynote speakers - Will Snowden and Richard Josey Hands-on, classroom-ready workshops Engaging presentations from fellow educators New strategies, resources, and ideas […]
Join us in Madison on March 13th, 2026 to help us make the case to legislators, their staff, and other government officials that strengthening civic learning should be a priority […]
Engaging productively in discussion is an important social-emotional skill, essential in community life and civic participation. In this workshop you will practice easy-to-use strategies that help students learn and internalize […]
These meetings are open to all WCLC members, and are meant as an opportunity to connect with others who are invested in strengthening civic learning in the state. Each meeting will include time in small groups for connection and planning. Meetings take place at 10am on the 3rd Friday of each month. Joining the WCLC […]
Join PBS LearningMedia and the Museum of the American Revolution as we share new classroom resources for teaching the lasting influence of the American Revolution. Participants will explore how the Declaration of Independence’s impact extends beyond 1776 and the United States and continues to inspire global citizens today. PBS LearningMedia will investigate the importance of […]
Join the DBQ Project and WCSS for a workshop to discuss how to support students in building better arguments through various close reading strategies of primary and secondary sources. Teachers will examine individual documents and learn effective instructional strategies to get students thinking, speaking, and writing about them. Leave with actionable tools to enhance students' […]
National Week of Conversation was created for those exhausted by the division and hatred in our country. For those seeking ways to turn down the heat of polarization. It is a week to become inspired, equipped and engaged in activities that build bridges across differences. On behalf of the 500+ organizations dedicated to bringing Americans […]
Freedom During America's 250th Anniversary As the nation celebrates its 250th year, it’s a crucial time to reflect on the founding principles of the American project. America, once an ambitious idea, is now a reality, but as its citizens we all must fight to keep it. We must disagree courageously, but stay in the room, […]
As the nation celebrates its 250th year, it’s a crucial time to reflect on the founding principles of the American project. America, once an ambitious idea, is now a reality, but as its citizens we all must fight to keep it. We must disagree courageously, but stay in the room, as the founding fathers once […]
The competition, which aims to promote civics education and encourage Wisconsin high school students to develop an interest in public service, will host play-off competitions virtually on April 8-9, 2026. […]
As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, this full-day workshop explores George Washington’s leadership and the role his words played in shaping the early republic. Participants will examine how Washington navigated disagreement, spoke about unity, and guided a new nation through uncertainty using the Farewell Address and other key documents. Teachers will focus on making […]
In our increasingly divided society, administrators and academic leaders face a unique opportunity to bring informed, respectful, and productive discourse to their school communities. To do so, leaders must play an active role in fostering environments and providing guidance and training to educators so these discussions can take place constructively. The Facing History & Ourselves […]