NCSS

=The National Council for the Solcial Studies (NCSS)= __﻿Mission: __

(socialstudies.org)
 * Social Studies is a recognized and well respected core subject.
 * Public policymakers look to NCSS for developing and maintaining a well-informed and engaged citizenry
 * Social Studies teachers are guided by research, standards and principles of powerful teaching and learning when preparing to teach effectively.
 * NCSS is the umbrella organization for all areas of social studies, and the disciplines that constitute social studies are respectful of each other and have joined forces to promote a united front under NCSS leadership.
 * Social Studies education across the United States is based on NCSS standards and scope and sequence.
 * Business and the community appreciate teachers and recognize their connection to advancing student achievement and prepare students for the work environment.
 * The United States enjoys a vibrant democracy as demonstrated by active citizen participation in the political process.
 * Every student has a qualified social studies teacher.
 * All teachers of social studies, regardless of subject matter or grade level, are NCSS members.
 * Social Studies educators have equal access to all the resources they need.
 * Teachers are role models for civic participation.
 * The international educational community looks to NCSS for research, knowledge and resources on teaching and learning.

__Membership: __ __Membership Benefits: __
 * National Council for the Social Studies is an association of over 25,000 educators.
 * The NCSS is a National Council and anyone can join.
 *  NCSS Publications
 *  All NCSS members receive a subscription to one of the NCSS' acclaimed journals.
 * Current Professional News
 * //The Social Studies Professional ( TSSP )// is the official newsletter of NCSS, featuring the latest news, new resource and professional development listings, and information on local and state meetings.
 *  U.S. History Collection
 * The online U.S. History Collection is easy to search! It includes a collection of classroom activities, teaching ideas, and articles from //Social Education, Middle Level Learning,// and //Social Studies and the Young Learner.//
 * Annual Conference
 * The NCSS Annual Conference is a news-making event that brings social studies educators together from all across the nation.
 * Internet Resources
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">The NCSS website is a portal to all that NCSS does as your professional association.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Legislative Network
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Through local, state, and regional council networks NCSS keeps members on top of proposed laws and regulations that affect the social studies profession.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Advocacy and Leadership
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;"> NCSS Members are part of a professional association that asserts the voice of social studies teachers in our national life.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Serve Your Profession
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Serve on a committee to help choose award and grant winners or advise NCSS on its operations.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;"> NCSS Legal Defense Fund
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;"> NCSS can submit “friend of the court” briefs and offer other Legal Defense Fund assistance when members are faced with academic freedom, discrimination, or other professional autonomy concerns.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Insurance
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Save on insurance with our members-only discounts. Enrollment in our group insurance plan provides substantial savings and numerous options.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Information Services
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;"> NCSS assists you in locating and acquiring curriculum standards, recommendations and guidelines, articles from NCSS journals, and other social studies education related resources.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Member Discounts
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;"> NCSS members receive substantial discounts on all publications and merchandise from our catalog.

__<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Membership Price: __
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Comprehensive
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Individual $79 (1-year) $139 (2-year)
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Student Comprehensive $4
 * Beginning Teacher Comprehensive $47
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Institution $130 (1-year)
 * Regular
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Individual $66 (1-year) $124 (2-year)
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Institution $115
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Beginning Teacher Individual $37
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Student Regular $
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Retired $37

__<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Organization's URL: __<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;"> [|http://www.socialstudies.org]

__<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Contact Information: __ <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">**National Council for the Social Studies** <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">8555 Sixteenth Street <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Suite 500 <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Silver Spring, Maryland 20910

__Telephone: **301 588-1800**__ __Fax: **301 588-2049**__

__Publications Orders: **1 800 683-0812**__ <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">__**﻿**__ __NCSS Headquarters is open Monday through Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm, Eastern time. Our telephone system is automated. When prompted, enter the extension of the department or staff member noted below.__ __E-mail addresses are in the form "first initial" + "last name" at "ncss.org".__ <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">__﻿__ <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">﻿ __Other Notes:__ All information was taken directly from [|http://www.socialstudies.org] <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">﻿Works Cited - //National Council for the Social Studies | Creating Effective Citizens//. Web. 02 Mar. 2011. <http://www.socialstudies.org>.