Orange County Social Science Administrator Network (OCSSA)
When: August 15, September 26, and October 31, December 5, 2024 January 16, March 13, 2025 Time: 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Orange County Department of Education
Registration website Flyer pdf file | The OCSSA network is a forum of Orange County principals, teacher leaders, and coaches. This network will discuss best practices and share resources to better History-Social Science teaching and learning. During OCSSA virtual network meetings, we will spend time learning from one another, learning together, and developing ideas for the next steps in professional development and practice.
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The Mendez Tribute Monument Park Field Trip When: September 2024 - May 2025 (dates vary)
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM or 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Mendez Tribute Monument Park
Registration website
Flyer pdf file | During this field trip, students will experience The Mendez Tribute Monument Park to learn about the 1946 Mendez v. Westminster case. This experience includes interactive panels and activities for students with an electronic device. Educators will be provided with lessons and activities to implement before and after trips. A law professional will start the visit with a short talk about the case. The ABOTA Foundation will reimburse bus costs. In addition to registration, teachers will complete a scheduling form.
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| OC Civic Learning Institute When: September 24, 2024 & October 8, 2024 Time: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: OCDE - Building A - Boardroom Cost: $150.00
Registration website
Flyer pdf file
| During the OC Civic Learning Institute, school teams of educators will broaden their understanding of the knowledge, skills, and dispositions students need to become civic-ready. Participants will learn how to support classroom relationships and social awareness. Participants will synthesize structures to encourage academic conversations and speaking skills. Participants will develop a civic engagement project for their classroom or school. By the end of the series, school teams will be prepared for California Democracy School status and Civic Learning Awards. Participants will be able to develop student activities to support the State Seal of Civic Engagement, including pathways for elementary and middle school students. Participants who attend the series and share their civic learning project plan will receive the book A Civically Engaged Classroom and an OC Civic Learning Institute Certificate.
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| Teachers Law School- Juvenile Justice: Alternate Courts and Supports When: October 1, 2024 Time: 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Location: Orange County Superior Court
Registration website
Flyer pdf file | ABOTA’s Teachers Law School is designed for educators with an interest in law-related education. Sessions will provide teachers with valuable content directly from legal professionals. Join us for in-depth content sessions as we visit the Orange County Superior Court and the Old Courthouse. This year’s content will feature presentations on human trafficking, mental health, education of students who are incarcerated and more.
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Acjachemen/Juaneno History and Cultural Tour for Educators When: TBD
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Village at Putuidem Registration - Flyer pdf file | During this tour, educators will explore the history and culture of Acjachemen families, commonly known as the Juaneno Band of Mission Indians. Acjachemen community leaders will present at the Village at Putuidem, the Montanez Adobe, Los Rios, and the Juaneno Band of Mission Indians Tribal office. They will also help participants consider ways to center authentic stories of the Acjachemen in the K-12 classroom. A lunch will be included as part of the tour. |
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