Resources for schools to commemorate Constitution Day
In accordance with federal requirements, every educational institution receiving federal funding must provide an educational program for students focused on the U.S. Constitution.
Register now for the Kentucky Council for the Social Studies Conference
Meet with Kentucky's social studies educators, administrators and professionals from across the commonwealth to discover vibrant teaching strategies and to explore innovative methods to assess student learning that will invigorate your classroom!
Summit Elementary students create social studies learning experience and win STLP State Championship
A group of three students at Summit Elementary School (Boyd County) created a website called Mystery History to teach their fellow students about social studies in a fun, engaging way.
Nominations open for 2025 Gilder Lehrman Kentucky History Teacher of the Year award
The award recognizes outstanding educators and their dedication to teaching. By nominating a deserving teacher, you contribute to appreciating exceptional teaching practices in the educational community.
Register for the 2025 Belfer National Conference for Holocaust Education
Registration is open for the 2025 Belfer National Conference for Holocaust Education, taking place June 23-25.
Applications open for National Endowment for the Humanities Summer Professional Development Programs for Teachers
National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Landmarks of American History and Culture programs are one-week workshops held across the nation.
Kentucky Secretary of State hosts discussion on civic health
Join Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams and the Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) for a conversation on Kentucky’s Civic Health.
Teaching Kentucky History Institute now open for professional learning opportunities
The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) is excited to offer a five-day, content-rich professional learning opportunity to Kentucky social studies teachers called the Teaching Kentucky History Institute.
LaRue County High School teacher named 2024 Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History Teacher of the Year
Kendrick Bryan, a teacher at LaRue County High School, has always had a passion for school and education. Growing up, Bryan said his family valued education and he learned through his family members the importance of learning.
Back-to-school must-haves to support critical thinking from the News Literacy Project
Kentucky educators are tasked with guiding students through a complex world. Our information landscape is marked by the continued rise of artificial intelligence and hypersaturated social media feeds.