Indiana Council for the Social Studies – ADVOCATING SOCIAL STUDIES IN INDIANA Gilder Lehrman National History Teacher of the Year Nominations Advocating in Indiana for Social Studies Viewpoints Bringing History to Life Mock Trials in High School Students Speak on Learning Teamwork and the Art of Advocacy Setting the Stage for Social Studies Innovation in 2025 Making Discussions Existentially Relevant to Students New High School Diploma Design A Step Forward but Not Far Enough Understanding Indiana Code 203054 Enhancing Civic Education for Indianas Grades 612 The 11th Commandment Bye Bye Geography. Events America in WWII Elevating Student Voices Civil Discourse and Culture in the Classroom Everything is a Primary Source Getting Nasty with Political Cartoons with Your Students The Case Method Prioritize Student Voice Through Inquiry Media and Collaboration in Social Studies Membership When you become a member of the Indiana Council for the Social Studies ICSS you join a thriving community dedicated to the enhancement and promotion of social studies education in the state of Indiana. The ICSS serves as a hub of professional development resource dissemination and networking opportunities for social studies educators and professionals across all levels Board ICSS Board Members serve twoyear terms attending approximately four Board meetings annually primarily at the Indiana Historical Society in Indianapolis plus a meeting before the State Conference. Their roles include aiding in conference planning and operations with attendance at the conference expected.