Social Studies is the integrated study of the social sciences and humanities to promote civic competence. The primary purpose of social studies is to help young people develop the ability to make informed and reasoned decisions for the public good as citizens of a culturally diverse, democratic society in an interdependent world.

Library of Congress: Teaching with Primary Sources Application

 

Powerpoint DocumentSocial Studies & Common Core Meeting Update

 

Powerpoint DocumentMay 4th SS Leaders Power Point

 

Professional Development

MC3 Curriculum - The MC3 Curriculum was created by several ISDs and RESAs to assist local school districts in implementing the new social studies content expectations. It provides high quality curriculum materials for free through its website.

David Hales
IS Social Studies
(734) 334-1311  

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