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For more information about
Social Studies education:

  Kelly Martin
  (360) 725-6351
  kelly.martin@k12.wa.us

  FAX: (360) 725-6017

 

 

 

Social Studies

Social Studies is an office within OSPI that provides assistance and guidance in the development and implementation of the Washington State Social Studies learning standards and assessments.

Learning Standards
The Social Studies Essential Academic Learning Requirements (EALRs) and Grade Level Expectations (GLEs) describe what students should know and be able to do in civics, economics, geography, history and Social Studies skills.

Assessment
The OSPI-Developed Social Studies Assessments are the state assessment models designed to help schools and districts determine whether students have met the Social Studies learning standards.

Laws and Regulations
The WACs and RCWs that outline Social Studies education requirements in our state.

Social Studies in Washington State
Social Studies helps students become responsible citizens in a culturally diverse, democratic society within an interdependent world. Through the exploration of history, geography, economics, and civics, students learn about the people, places, issues, eras, and events that shape our world.

NEW! Social Studies Graduation Requirements
All public high school students are required to meet statewide graduation requirements in order to earn a diploma. Revised Social Studies graduation requirements for the class of 2016 are now available.

Social Studies Cadre of Trainers
The Washington State Social Studies Cadre of Trainers (WASSCoT) is comprised of 29 educators from across the Washington who volunteer to serve as a resource to educators in our state.

Programs and Awards
The Social Studies office facilitates various awards and programs which highlight educators and students in Washington State.

Highlights

Revised Social Studies Graduation Requirements Approved for the class of 2016.
To view, please visit the Washington State Board of Education's Web site or the online Social Studies FAQ.

Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History is now accepting nominations for the National History Teacher of the Year. Deadline: February 1, 2012.

Attend the Washington State Council for the Social Studies (WSCSS) K-8 Conference on February 4, 2012 at the Museum of Flight. Visit WSCSS for more information.

 

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