Arkansas Council for the Social Studies

Arkansas Council for the Social Studies This page is dedicated to Arkansas social studies educators. This site is dedicated to Arkansas social studies educators.

Members of ACSS include elementary, middle and secondary, private and public, university professors and instructors, school administrators, and non-educational professionals who recognize the importance of a strong social studies background for our young citizens.

🌟 Session Spotlight 🌟Uncover the power of local history as you explore free digital humanities tools and resources f...
06/04/2026

🌟 Session Spotlight 🌟

Uncover the power of local history as you explore free digital humanities tools and resources from New American History. Create engaging narratives that celebrate community stories, inspire civil discussions, and craft inquiry-based historical arguments for tomorrow's learners.

➡️ Reserve your place at the ACSS Summer Conference to learn from this session and many others designed for social studies educators and administrators: https://arsocialstudies.com/2026-conference

🌟 Session Spotlight 🌟The Bessie B. Moore Advisory Council will present an interactive session in which K-12 educator...
06/03/2026

🌟 Session Spotlight 🌟

The Bessie B. Moore Advisory Council will present an interactive session in which K-12 educators showcase how incorporating economics across grade levels and curriculums is educational and easy! From free and engaging resources to student and teacher opportunities, this session helps you bring economics to your classroom and community.

➡️ Reserve your place at the ACSS Summer Conference to learn from this session and many others designed for social studies educators and administrators: https://arsocialstudies.com/2026-conference

🎉 Congratulations to ACSS Board Member Dr. Kay Gandy! 🎉ACSS is proud to celebrate that Dr. Kay Gandy, has been awarded a...
06/02/2026

🎉 Congratulations to ACSS Board Member Dr. Kay Gandy! 🎉

ACSS is proud to celebrate that Dr. Kay Gandy, has been awarded a prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award in Education for the 2026–2027 academic year. As part of this honor, Dr. Gandy will teach at Ho Chi Minh City University of Education in Vietnam, working with pre-service teachers and local educators to exchange successful teaching practices. She will also be teaching a course on Myths and Realities of the American West.

This marks Dr. Gandy’s fourth Fulbright grant, reflecting a distinguished career dedicated to global education, cultural exchange, and excellence in teaching. Through the Fulbright Program, she will continue fostering international collaboration while representing the best of social studies education.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Gandy on this remarkable accomplishment and wishing her success in Vietnam! 🌎📚✈️

⏰ The countdown is on! The 2026 ACSS Summer Conference is just ONE WEEK AWAY!Join social studies educators from across A...
06/01/2026

⏰ The countdown is on! The 2026 ACSS Summer Conference is just ONE WEEK AWAY!

Join social studies educators from across Arkansas for two exciting days of learning, collaboration, and celebration.

📅 June 8–9, 2026
📍 Clinton Presidential Library | Little Rock, AR
🎯 Theme: Honoring Our Past, Looking to the Future

Why attend?
✅ Educator-led sessions
✅ Networking with Arkansas social studies teachers
✅ Professional learning in a historic venue
✅ Teacher of the Year recognition
✅ One-year ACSS membership included

💲 Registration is only $50

You can also register for the SPHERE post-conference session on June 10 at the Clinton Library!

Don’t wait—secure your spot today!

Register here:
https://forms.fillout.com/t/9VRE8vfknFus

Conference info:
https://arsocialstudies.com/2026-conference

We can’t wait to see you in Little Rock! 🎉

🌟 Session Spotlight 🌟Ever had a student ask, “When will we ever use this?” This session with Marsha Masters from Eco...
05/26/2026

🌟 Session Spotlight 🌟
Ever had a student ask, “When will we ever use this?” This session with Marsha Masters from Economics Arkansas is your answer.

Economic choices have always shaped the world, and they’re still doing it. No charts full of confusing graphs. No intimidating jargon. Find ways to make economics feel relevant. Plus, leave with a free resource!

➡️ Reserve your place at the ACSS Summer Conference to learn from this session and many others designed for social studies educators and administrators: https://arsocialstudies.com/2026-conference

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO RESERVE YOUR ROOMJoin us for the ACSS 2026 Summer Conference in Little Rock, Arkansas and stay ...
05/26/2026

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO RESERVE YOUR ROOM
Join us for the ACSS 2026 Summer Conference in Little Rock, Arkansas and stay at our official conference hotel:
🏨 Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Downtown Little Rock
📅 Conference Dates: June 8–9, 2026
⏰ Final Day to Reserve: May 26, 2026
Rooms are filling up fast, so make sure you secure your spot and stay close to all the action!
👉 Book now: https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/find-hotels/select-roomrate?fromRedirect=true&qSrt=sBR&qIta=99801505&icdv=99801505&qSlH=LITDT&qCiD=07&qCiMy=052026&qCoD=10&qCoMy=052026&qGrpCd=LYT&setPMCookies=true&qSHBrC=EX&qDest=811%20East%204th%20St,%20Little%20Rock,%20AR,%20US&showApp=true&adjustMonth=false&srb_u=1&qRmFltr=
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Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.Memorial Da...
05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

Memorial Day is more than a holiday—it is a time to reflect on the sacrifices that protect the freedoms we enjoy and teach future generations the value of service, courage, and patriotism.

The Arkansas Council for the Social Studies remembers and honors those who made the ultimate sacrifice. 🇺🇸

🌟 Session Spotlight 🌟Explore how diverse women shaped American independence using New-York Historical’s WAMS resourc...
05/22/2026

🌟 Session Spotlight 🌟

Explore how diverse women shaped American independence using New-York Historical’s WAMS resources. Participants will examine primary sources and visual media to uncover women as political thinkers and laborers. Leave with ready-to-use secondary lesson strategies that expand traditional narratives and empower students with overlooked perspectives on the Revolution.

➡️ Reserve your place at the ACSS Summer Conference to learn from this session and many others designed for social studies educators and administrators: https://arsocialstudies.com/2026-conference

🚨 Don’t wait—reserve your room today! 🚨Join us for the ACSS 2026 Summer Conference in Little Rock, Arkansas and stay at ...
05/21/2026

🚨 Don’t wait—reserve your room today! 🚨
Join us for the ACSS 2026 Summer Conference in Little Rock, Arkansas and stay at our official conference hotel:
🏨 Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Downtown Little Rock
📅 Conference Dates: June 8–9, 2026
⏰ Final Day to Reserve: May 26, 2026
Rooms are filling up fast, so make sure you secure your spot and stay close to all the action!
👉 Book now: https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/find-hotels/select-roomrate?fromRedirect=true&qSrt=sBR&qIta=99801505&icdv=99801505&qSlH=LITDT&qCiD=07&qCiMy=052026&qCoD=10&qCoMy=052026&qGrpCd=LYT&setPMCookies=true&qSHBrC=EX&qDest=811%20East%204th%20St,%20Little%20Rock,%20AR,%20US&showApp=true&adjustMonth=false&srb_u=1&qRmFltr=

🌟 Session Spotlight 🌟Listening to Many Voices: Primary Sources for Responsible Citizenship invites elementary educat...
05/21/2026

🌟 Session Spotlight 🌟

Listening to Many Voices: Primary Sources for Responsible Citizenship invites elementary educators to explore how primary source analysis can foster literacy skills, empathy, and civic responsibility. Participants will engage with contrasting sources to identify multiple perspectives, connect literary point of view to historical voices, and design classroom activities that encourage critical thinking. This hands-on session equips teachers with strategies and tools to help students value multiple perspectives as a foundation for responsible citizenship.

➡️ Reserve your place at the ACSS Summer Conference to learn from this session and many others designed for social studies educators and administrators: https://arsocialstudies.com/2026-conference

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