Winter Holidays
Learn more about some of the winter holiday celebrations
The fall and winter season plays host to a variety of celebrations from many different cultures. Visit our Featured section for more information and for links to resources about the history and traditions behind some of these holidays.
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Geography Awareness Week
Geography Awareness Week is the third week of November. Visit our Features section for more information and for links to geography resources...
Veterans Day
Veterans Day is the day set aside to specially thank and honor all those who served and who continue to serve in the military...
Senator Barack Obama wins 2008 Presidential Election
Visit the Features: 2008 Election section to browse a variety of resources pertaining to the almost completed 2008 Election. Materials include: links to election coverage; information about the candidates, parties, and platforms; and information about the U.S. electoral process and history...
The Goal of Social Studies is to help create literate and well informed citizens who actively participate in a democratic society.
Teaching American History
Conflict and Consensus: Key Moments in U.S. History
A unique and exciting professional development opportunity funded by the Department of Education
Now Accepting Applications!
All MCPS middle and high school U.S. History teachers, including ESL and special education, are encouraged to apply.
Visit the project website at http://chnm.gmu.edu/mcpstah/ for more information and to download an application. Or contact Project Associate Adam C. Turner via email to request an application packet.
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