November 12, 2026 - 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM

Event Description

Target Audience:  Secondary US History and Civics Teachers

Secondary social studies educators will learn from three leading organizations and gain practical strategies and classroom-ready resources to bring social studies to life.

Explore History Day, a year-long program of National History Day and the Historical Society of Michigan where students research historical topics and present their findings through exhibits, documentaries, websites, performances or papers.  This inquiry-based program helps students take ownership of their learning and engage deeply with social studies content.

Participate in a session led by Carl Levin Center for Oversight and Democracy at Wayne State University Law School featuring resources from its Learning by Hearings civic education program.  Educators will explore inquiry-based approaches and collaborative strategies to spark student curiosity, voice and engagement in secondary social studies classrooms.

Experience Be Washington, an interactive leadership simulation from George Washington's Mount Vernon, where participants step into the role of George Washington to navigate real historical crises as commander in chief and president.  Explore how decision-making. leadership, and civic responsibility can be integrated into the classroom while engaging students in authentic historical thinking.

This full-day experience equips educators with research-backed strategies and practical tools to create active, inquiry-driven and civically engaged classrooms.

Cost:  $30

SCECHs pending.  Upon approval will be available for an additional fee.

In case of special dietary needs, participants should provide their own meals.  Adjustments will not be made in menu selections or registration fees.