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Tap Into Maple RunTap Into Maple RunEpisode 28 Danielle Roberts and Shawna Shappy 04.28.2025Celebrating Community, Compassion, and the 10th Annual Autism Walk with Danielle Roberts and Shawna Shappy In this episode of Tap Into Maple Run, we are joined by Danielle Roberts, Director of Community Relations at Northwestern Counseling & Support Services (NCSS), and Shawna Shappy, Team Leader of NCSS’s School-Based Adaptive Program. Danielle, who joined NCSS in June 2024, shares her journey from studying accounting and management to finding her passion for community work right here in Franklin County—where her entire family lives within a one-block radius! With a love for travel, animals, kids, and exploring new cultures, Danielle brings energy, compassion, and...2025-04-2835 minTap Into Maple RunTap Into Maple RunEpisode 28 Danielle Roberts and Shawna Shappy 04.28.2025Celebrating Community, Compassion, and the 10th Annual Autism Walk with Danielle Roberts and Shawna Shappy In this episode of Tap Into Maple Run, we are joined by Danielle Roberts, Director of Community Relations at Northwestern Counseling & Support Services (NCSS), and Shawna Shappy, Team Leader of NCSS’s School-Based Adaptive Program. Danielle, who joined NCSS in June 2024, shares her journey from studying accounting and management to finding her passion for community work right here in Franklin County—where her entire family lives within a one-block radius! With a love for travel, animals, kids, and exploring new cultures, Danielle brings energy, compassion, and...2025-04-2835 minThe Teaching History Her Way PodcastThe Teaching History Her Way PodcastBadass Women, Badass Stories: Strategies for Highlighting Local Women's HistorySend us a textGet ready for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation! In this special episode of the Teaching History Her Way Podcast, I’m joined by an incredible panel of educators—Karalee Wong Nakatsuka, Shannon Salter, Angela Lee, and Annie Evans—to discuss teaching women's history, particularly on the local level. Students seeing history in their own communities is incredibly powerful!We recorded this episode, in part, to build excitement for our upcoming presentation at the National Council of the Social Studies Conference in Boston on November 23, 2024. Together, we explore how educators can uncover and sh...2024-11-1734 minDrinks in the LibraryDrinks in the LibraryThe Prince of Tides by Pat Conroy with Laura (LM) ElliottWelcome back Libration Nation! This week, we're delving into a classic piece of Southern writing with The Prince of Tides by the remarkable Pat Conroy. My guest this week is the amazing, award winning author, Laura Elliott, who I had the pleasure of interviewing while we both were attending the Virginia Library Association Conference last month. Laura really helped us hit a home run with tying the drink in, because she owns a copy of Pat Conroy’s cookbook, and shared with me the recipe for Pat Conroy’s Iced Fruit tea!Laura shared with me the ways...2024-11-1200 minField Chats: Environmental Action Civics EssentialsField Chats: Environmental Action Civics EssentialsEpisode 22: Making Inquiry Come Alive with NCSSWelcome to Field Chats, Environmental Action Civics Essentials, brought to you by Earth Force. Today, on Constitution Day in the US, we’re replaying a conversation our CEO Vince Meldrum hosted during Environmental Action Civics Week with Larry Paska, Executive Director of the National Council for Social Studies. Enjoy!2024-09-1718 minNCS Parent ConnectNCS Parent ConnectThe Blueprint for Success: NCSS Work-Based LearningIn this episode, we sat down with Debra Lary, a Work-Based Coordinator for the Newton County School System. We discussed how work-based learning shapes students' career paths and we hear about some practical tips on creating and maintaining a successful program! 2024-01-3026 minHistory Teachers ClubHistory Teachers ClubAll Things NCSS!This episode is all about NCSS, National Council for Social Studies, and how joining NCSS or your state organization can be so helpful in your growth as an educator by connecting you with other amazing educators and organizations!Dan & Caitlin were just back from the national NCSS conference in Nashville when they recorded this and spoke about their experiences there including both of their presentations.Dan presented on "History Labs: Bridging Historical Thinking with 21st Century Literacy Skills" and spoke about the importance of elevating skill development in our classrooms so that students are able...2023-12-1434 minNCS Parent ConnectNCS Parent ConnectUnlocking CTAE Opportunities - A Parent’s GuideWe chat with Dr. Tim Schmitt, director of CTAE in NCSS. He provides parents with an overview of Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) programs. He shares a diverse range of pathways available to students and encourages parental involvement in their child's CTAE education. Dr. Schmitt shares success stories about students who have benefited from these programs.  2023-10-3140 minSOCIAL STUDIES MATTERS...A PREVIEW OF THE UPCOMING NCSS CONFERENCEThe conference is coming up December 1-3 in Nashville. Today NCSS President Wesley Hedgepeth and Executive Director of  NCSS Larry Paska are my guests... In this day and age ,IMHO, Social Studies is more important than ever. I have a feeling that my guests agree.You will too, I hope, as we discuss the future of social studies education. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved...2023-10-1935 minUnderstanding the Rise and Impact of Mass IncarcerationHistorian and African American Studies professor at the University of California, Davis, Benjamin D. Weber joins us to discuss his latest book, American Purgatory: Prison Imperialism and the Rise of Mass Incarceration. Benjamin has been recognized for his teaching and multimedia work, including being named the National Council of Social Studies (NCSS) Outstanding Teacher of the Year for the United States, winning an Omni Gold Award for The Calderwood Series he hosts on PBS Learning Media, and co-directing Louisiana's contribution to the States of Incarceration national public history project. He has worked at the Vera Institute of Justice, Alternate ROOTS...2023-10-1235 minHuman Rights Education Now!Human Rights Education Now!Episode 16: Connecticut Educators and Students Panel, Part TwoIn Episode 16, teachers Chris Buckley and Jake Skrzypiec discuss the HRE Community within and in connection to the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS). Next, students Kevin Maysonnet and Shirin Unvala share their thoughts on using HRE to address human rights challenges in the US by engaging in activities that improve the quality of life for others and mobilizing people to advocate for human rights related to local issues. Chris and Jake further elaborate on connecting HRE to current issues in the US, such as attacks on LGBTQ+ community and restrictions on the study of US history. The...2023-09-3035 minSymposium by Pipeline ArtistsSymposium by Pipeline ArtistsOne-on-One: Historical Fiction and NY Times Best Selling Author L.M. ElliottIn Symposium's One-on-One Town Hall series, Pipeline executives sit down for in-depth and personal conversations with our friends in publishing, screenwriting, and filmmaking.For our next session, Jeanne Veillette Bowerman speaks with New York Times best-selling author L. M. Elliott to unpack the layered process involved in creating accurate and riveting historical fiction.This candid discussion dives into the challenges of forging back into history, sometimes where no original documents exist, including how to handle both the accuracy of little period details as well as larger historical facts, and where the appropriate line...2023-09-111h 53kamir arapkamir arap[epub] Free DOWNLOAD We Are All Made of Molecules by Susin Nielsen [epub] Free DOWNLOAD We Are All Made of Molecules by Susin Nielsen Read Online We Are All Made of Molecules by Susin Nielsen is a great book to read and that's why I recommend reading or downloading ebook We Are All Made of Molecules for free in any format with visit the link button below. **Read Book Here ==> https://sr-kindle-lancar.blogspot.com/22926551-we-are-all-made-of-molecules **Download Book Here ==> https://sr-kindle-lancar.blogspot.com/22926551-we-are-all-made-of-molecules Book Synopsis : *" This savvy, insightful take on the modern family makes for nearly nonstop laughs." —Kirkus Reviews,  Starred Stewart, 13: Socially clueless genius...2023-09-0100 minNCS Parent ConnectNCS Parent ConnectNCSS Parent Connect - Navigating Chromebook Care and Conquering Internet SafetyIn this episode, Craig Dinn & Misty Smith dive into the world of Chromebooks in the Newton County School System, providing valuable insights into the maintenance and care of student devices, along with essential tips for staying safe on the internet.  2023-08-2922 minpencak kuntulanpencak kuntulanRead [ePub] We Are All Made of Molecules by Susin Nielsen Read [ePub] We Are All Made of Molecules By Susin Nielsen Read Online We Are All Made of Molecules by Susin Nielsen is a great book to read and that's why I recommend reading or downloading ebook We Are All Made of Molecules for free in any format with visit the link button below. **Read Book Here ==> https://gorengantahuaci.blogspot.com/22926551-we-are-all-made-of-molecules **Download Book Here ==> https://gorengantahuaci.blogspot.com/22926551-we-are-all-made-of-molecules Book Synopsis : *" This savvy, insightful take on the modern family makes...2023-08-2900 minNCS Parent ConnectNCS Parent ConnectNCSS Parent Connect - A Day in the Life...From the Principal’s DeskIn this episode, we will chat with 3 principals from the Newton County School System. They will provide insights on what students and parents can expect at their schools. We will also hear about their innovative approaches to education, and their heartfelt commitment to creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for all students! 2023-07-2530 minYah Lah ButYah Lah But#416 - PAP’s Tan Chuan-Jin & Cheng Li Hui Resign, and Allegations of Improper Conduct Between WP’s Leon Perera & Nicole Seah SurfaceIt’s been a bombshell few weeks as scandals have poured out. Here is our take… Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com!Article Links - SeriousSpeaker Tan Chuan-Jin and MP Cheng Li Hui resign over affairPM Lee Hsien Loong at Press Conference on Resignations of Speaker Tan Chuan-Jin and MP Cheng Li Hui13 WP top leaders, including Low Thia Khiang...2023-07-191h 21Alexa\'s Publishing ChatAlexa's Publishing Chat{ep. 95} Which route to publishing is right for you? with Carol SallerIn this episode, we discuss:Who the best candidates are for self-publishingTips for self-publishingWorking with a copy editor - for self-publishingTips for submitting to an agent if you want to go that routeConventions of a standard manuscript and how to submit itCarol's articles on the Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS) websiteDoes your novel need a copyeditor before submitting to an agent?Fiction+ on the CMOS website - topics that plague fiction and creative nonfiction writersCarol Saller’s books include The Subversive Copy Editor and several books for children. A career copyeditor at the University of Chicago Pr...2023-05-3134 minBecoming a Sleep Consultant with Jayne HavensBecoming a Sleep Consultant with Jayne HavensCombatting the Negativity Around Sleep Training with Tara Dakin SauerTara Dakin Sauer, LMFT, PMH-C is a CPSM graduate passionate about the impact of infant sleep on parental mental health! Tara’s therapy practice, Renew Psychotherapy, specializes in treating trauma that occurs or resurfaces during pregnancy or postpartum. Tara's consulting business, a Renewed Momma, merges her expertise as a newborn care specialist, sleep consultant, and perinatal mental health professional to provide trauma-informed sleep programs that are uniquely tailored to meet the needs of moms experiencing significant anxiety.Tara is also excited about combining her knowledge and skill set related to both maternal mental health and infant sleep to...2023-05-3041 minHuman Rights Education Now!Human Rights Education Now!Episode 7: Rosemary Blanchard Part OneIn Episode 1, Rosemary Blanchard discusses her early interest in human rights issues and the importance of HRE in early education. She shares her background in civil rights law, and how witnessing extreme poverty on a  trip to Brazil was transformative in shaping her views on HRE. She shares how working with the Navajo nation as a policy analyst helped her to better understand international human rights frameworks, and how assimilation through education is a problematic issue in Navajo education. Rosemary then explains her views on the role of American exceptionalism in hampering HRE’s advance in the US. Rosemary dis...2023-05-2929 minHuman Rights Education Now!Human Rights Education Now!Episode 8: Rosemary Blanchard Part TwoIn Episode 2, Rosemary Blanchard continues her discussion of the role of the NCSS Position Statements on HRE; connections between NCSS work and Civic Education coalition; and the problem of eroding civics education in K-12 spaces. Rosemary touches on overcoming the perception that human rights Issues are only “over there,” and the problem of examining human rights as a zero-sum challenge. Rosemary shares her views on avoiding the demonization of opposing views, and the importance of the Council of Europe’s work on democracy and human rights. She goes on to discuss the book chapter she co-wrote with Sandy Sohcot in Min...2023-05-2936 minThe Valley TodayThe Valley TodayLocal Author Laura ElliottIt was a great conversation today with Laura Elliott. Laura is an award-winning Washington-based magazine journalist, covering women’s issues, mental health, and the performing arts, before becoming a New York Times best-selling author of historical and biographical fiction. Her novels explore a variety of eras (the Italian Renaissance, the American Revolutionary War, WWII, and the Cold War), and are written for a variety of ages. Many of her works have been named NCSS/CBC Notables (National Council of Social Studies and Children’s Book Council), Bank Street College Best Books, Jefferson Cup Honor Books, Kirkus Bests, and Grateful Amer...2023-05-2551 minExplore New Worlds, Free Audiobook Are the Golden PearlsExplore New Worlds, Free Audiobook Are the Golden PearlsLloro por la tierra Audio Libro por Mildred D. TaylorEscuche este audio libro completo gratis enhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 674452 Título: Lloro por la tierra Autor: Mildred D. Taylor Narrador: Jane Santos Formato: Unabridged Duración: 7:50:18 Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 05-02-23 Editor: Random House (Audio) Categorías: Kids, General, Health & Family, Historical Resumen: TIMES 2020, los 100 mejores libros juveniles de todos los tiempos NOVELA GANADORA DE LA MEDALLA NEWBERY Porque la tierra los mantiene unidos, nada puede apartar a los Logan   ¿Por qué es la tierra tan importante para la familia de Cassie? Los acontecimientos de un año agitado —el año de los hombres de la noche...2023-05-027h 50NCS Parent ConnectNCS Parent ConnectWelcome to the NCSS Parent Connect PodcastAre you looking for a way to stay connected with what's happening in the Newton County School District? Look no further than Parent Connect, the new podcast that keeps you informed and engaged with the happenings in the Newton County School System. Join us each week as we dive into the latest news and topics that matter most to parents in our district. With expert guests and lively discussions, Parent Connect is your go-to source for all things education. Don't miss out on this valuable resource. Subscribe to the Parent Connect Podcast today wherever you listen and stay connected...2023-04-1001 minEducating All Learners AllianceEducating All Learners AllianceStaying Connected through Social Studies: 5 Minutes with NCSSToday we're joined by Dr. Lawrence Paska, the Executive Director of the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS), the largest professional association in the country devoted solely to social studies education. In this episode, we discuss the challenges of navigating the political landscape, and how NCSS is working to support the educator career pipeline.   Learn more about NCSS and what they are doing to support high-quality social studies education by visiting socialstudies.org.   Access the full transcript at bit.ly/5MinWithNCSS. 2023-03-0904 minNational Rural Education Association Official PodcastNational Rural Education Association Official PodcastS03E01 - Civics Engagement and Experiential Learning, An Interview with Ms. Jessica Culver, a teacher at Ozark High School in Ozark, ArkansasThe episode is in Honor of Civic Education Week, March 6 through 10 During our interview with Jessica Culver, we discuss Civics Week and the types of programming around Civic Engagement in Rural Education. Jessica works with grades 10 through 12. The cohosts discuss how civics education has been neglected in many programs. Dr. Bigham discussed how some states have a Civics Education requirement in many states. Jessica discussed some of the programs currently going on in her school. This includes voting registration with students, volunteering by students to help with early voting initiatives in the community, and the role of student engagement in...2023-03-0327 minAssociation TransformationAssociation TransformationStrategic Planning 3.0. Inspiration -v- ImplementationSend us a textAll boards know that strategy is important; but almost all also find it daunting. Planning forces directors to confront a future they can only guess at. Worse, actually choosing a strategy entails making decisions that explicitly cut off possibilities and options, and a board may well fear that getting those decisions wrong will wreck their organisation's chances of long-term success. This week, to kick-off Season 4, Elisa and Andrew are joined by Larry Paska from the National Council for the Social Studies, who explains their formula for defining and delivering a strategic plan that...2023-01-0835 minMiddle School MattersMiddle School MattersMSM 565: Do You Know Where the Fire Escape Goes To? I Do…Shawn and Troy talk about the NCSS Conference, 7th-grade art, and more. Dave drops the SKNOWLEDGE.2022-12-101h 10Get Off The Dotted Line!Get Off The Dotted Line!Episode 36: Social Studies Instruction in 4 DimensionsIn this podcast, I will discuss each of the 4 Dimensions from the C3 Framework for social studies put out by NCSS. These Dimensions will help you plan for and create deeper, more connected learning experiences in social studies for and with your students. And I’ll include some additional tips and questions to help you get started.So, by the end of this episode, I promise you will have a better understanding of 4 Dimensions within social studies that will help you, the teacher, have a role in what social studies is taught and how it is taught in...2022-12-0719 minGet Off The Dotted Line!Get Off The Dotted Line!Episode 35: The C3 Framework from the NCSSThe National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) states, “​​The primary purpose of social studies is to help young people develop the ability to make informed and reasoned decisions for the public good as citizens of a culturally diverse, democratic society in an interdependent world.” Social studies should be the study of:-how citizens make decisions,-the lives of others,-the environment,-how to use this knowledge to make wise decisions.Without social studies, we are lost as a nation. Leming, Ellington, and Schug (2006) said, “While high levels of competency...2022-11-1317 minTHE UPCOMING NATIONAL SOCIAL STUDIES CONVENTIONTHE UPCOMING NATIONAL SOCIAL STUDIES CONVENTION Have we learned yet how important Social Studies, History Civics education is? NCSS' conference is in Philly in early December. Here's a preview with Larry Paska,their Exec Director and NCSS President Shannon Pugh This podcast will be archived at ace-ed.org, our home website. Please visit We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by indepen...2022-11-0933 minThe Teaching History Her Way PodcastThe Teaching History Her Way PodcastAdvice for New History & Social Studies TeachersSend us a textI love our history and social studies teacher family, and I can't think of a better way for the Teaching History Her Way Podcast to welcome new and preservice teachers to the family than to give them some advice.  Hey, if they're listening (or you are) it technically isn't unsolicited advice, right?!  From building trust with students to gathering and building a personal learning network, I've identified six things that history and social studies teachers can do right now to make their lives easier as new teachers, preservice teachers, or teachers who aren't so...2022-09-2016 minThe Children\'s Book Review: Growing Readers PodcastThe Children's Book Review: Growing Readers PodcastBianca with Trudy Ludwig on Brave Every DayIn this episode, I talk with the highly sought-after speaker and children's book author Trudy Ludwig! We discuss her new book, Brave Every Day, and how reading books can promote empathy and kindness. Trudy Ludwig is a nationally acclaimed speaker and an award-winning author who specializes in writing children's books that help kids cope with and thrive in their social world, including The Invisible Boy, My Secret Bully, and The Power of One.  She has received rave reviews from educators, experts, organizations, and parents at schools and conferences around the US for her passion and compassion in a...2022-06-2736 minSOCIAL STUDIES PRIORITIES IN AGE OF CIVIC UNRESTSOCIAL STUDIES PRIORITIES IN AGE OF CIVIC UNREST We live in interesting times. The purpose of public education was to create good citizens , so with that in mind we welcome NCSS Executive Director Larry Paska and  NCSS president Anton  Schulzki, teacher in Colorado Springs. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the...2022-06-2742 minDiscover MoreDiscover More#94. Guiding Life through Questions, Embracing Education as Awakening, Transformational Storytelling, and more — Julie Knutson"There's so much interesting space to talk about who can tell a story, and who has the right to tell a story, and how we tell stories about ourselves and each other. I think that it's something to be handled with such intentionality and sensitivity." - Julie Knutson This week’s guest is Julie Knutson. Julie is an author and educator with a wide-ranging background in history, humanities, and the social sciences. She also serves as editorial director at ThinkCERCA. A true multipotentialite, Julie holds an undergraduate degree in cultural studies from NYU, a...2022-03-211h 42Melting PotMelting PotLoh Kar Heng and PeterLor Kar Heng is Trybe’s Senior Youth Worker at the Singapore Boys’ Hostel. Also featured in the interview is Peter, (name has been changed to protect youth’s identity) a Trybe youth client.Established in 1995, Trybe is a social service agency that serves youth facing adversities. Amember of the National Council of Social Services (NCSS), Trybe is a charity that has beengranted the Institute of Public Character (IPC) status.Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/2Vf8vv8⠀ Spotify: https://buff.ly/2Vf8uHA⠀Google Po...2022-02-2420 minMelting PotMelting PotAndre ChongAndre Chong is a Social Worker and the Head of the Rehabilitation and Reintegration department at Trybe, Singapore.Established in 1995, Trybe is a social service agency that serves youth facing adversities. Amember of the National Council of Social Services (NCSS), Trybe is a charity that has beengranted Institute of Public Character (IPC) status.Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/2Vf8vv8⠀ Spotify: https://buff.ly/2Vf8uHA⠀Google Podcasts:https://buff.ly/2Vds6LX⠀ ....SUPPORTED BY GIG INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL...2022-02-0318 min'DEMOCRACY READY'.. NCSS' 100TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION'DEMOCRACY READY'.. NCSS' 100TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION...Those hundred years flew by just like that, didn't they. We welcome their past president Stephanie Wager and current Executive Director Dr. Larry Paska. Let the celebration begin! FOR MORE ON EQUITY VISIT ACE-ED.ORG. FOR MORE ON SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING, VISIT SELTODAY.ORG Did you know you can subscribe to Education Talk Radio on Apple Podcasts? Find us on your device & add us to your library of shows! https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id403710198 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and lea...2022-01-1835 minWHAT REALLY HAPPENS THESE DAYS IN A SOCIAL STUDIES CLASSROOMTHE NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR THE SOCIAL STUDIES   PRESENTS WHAT REALLY HAPPENS THESE DAYS IN A SOCIAL STUDIES CLASSROOM.  NCSS just finished ther big conference . Back to the classroom they all go in crazy times. As we and they advocate for great social studies education, we all need to battle mis-information that endangers great teaching and learning. My guests concerning solutions to these challenges are NCSS Exec Director Dr. Larry Paska and NCSS president , Anton Schulzki  FOR MORE ON EQUITY VISIT ACE-ED.ORG. FOR MORE ON SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING, VISIT SELTODAY.ORG Did you know you can subscribe to Education Talk Radio...2021-11-3040 minThe Certell Connects PodcastThe Certell Connects PodcastThe Power of Interacting with Real Stuff: Phoebe HillemannIn this episode of the Certell Connects Podcast (NCSS 2021 Edition) Fred Fransen speaks with Phoebe Hillemann about the power of interacting with real stuff!For more info:NCSS 2021 Virtual ConferenceNovember 15-21, 2021Tickets: www.socialstudies.org  Phoebe Hillemann is the Teacher Institutes Educator at the Smithsonian American Art Museum. She organizes the Museum’s national summer teacher institutes, and leads a range of online and in-gallery programs for teachers and students. She is interested in creating learning experiences that are interdisciplinary, inquiry-based, and inclusive.2021-11-1218 minThe Certell Connects PodcastThe Certell Connects PodcastDon‘t Know Much About History with Kenneth C. DavisFred Fransen and Kenneth C. Davis talk about some of the lessons we should have learned in history class.For more info: NCSS 2021 Virtual Conference November 15-21, 2021 Tickets: www.socialstudies.orgBIO: Kenneth C. Davis is the New York Times–bestselling author of Don’tKnow Much About® History, which gave rise to the “Don’t Know Much About®”series of books, and America’s Hidden History. He is also the author of the critically acclaimed In the Shadow of Liberty: The Hidden History of Slavery, Four Presidents and Five Black Lives, a Finalist for the YALSA Award fo...2021-11-1145 minThe Certell Connects PodcastThe Certell Connects PodcastHow the New-York Historical Society Helps Teachers With Leslie HayesEnjoy this episode of the Certell Connects Podcast (NCSS 2021 Edition) as Fred Fransen talks with Leslie Hayes, VP of Education at New-York Historical Society, about the tools and resources the New-York Historical Society offers teachers across the nation. For more info:NCSS 2021 Virtual ConferenceNovember 15-21, 2021Tickets: www.socialstudies.org  Bio: Leslie Hayes is the Vice President for Education at the New-York Historical Society, where she oversees a robust set of history and civics programs and curriculum materials for students, teens, teachers, and more. Leslie ha...2021-11-1026 minThe Certell Connects PodcastThe Certell Connects PodcastBringing Current Events into the Social Studies Classroom with Dr. Florian FeuchtIn this episode of the Certell Connects Podcast (NCSS 2021 Edition) Fred Fransen speaks with Dr. Florian Feucht, Founder of Thinking Habitats, about how to bring current events into the social studies classroom.For more info:NCSS 2021 Virtual ConferenceNovember 15-21, 2021Tickets: www.socialstudies.org  Bio: Florian C. Feucht is a full professor of educational psychologies and peace education at the University of Toledo and the founder of Thinking Habitats. He received a PhD in Educational Psychology from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas/ USA in 2008 and a P...2021-11-0915 minThe Certell Connects PodcastThe Certell Connects PodcastEmbracing Technology in the Classroom with Ed FinneyEnjoy this episode of the Certell Connects Podcast (NCSS 2021 Edition) as Fred Fransen speaks with Ed Finney about the most important things teachers need to focus on when it comes to technology in the classroom. Bio: Ed Finney is currently the District Technology Integration Specialist for Schodack Central Schools. He has taught Social Studies at Maple Hill Jr and Sr High school in Castleton, NY for 24 years. Ed was named the Gilder Lehrman 2020 New York State History Teacher of the Year and the 2020 NYSCSS Outstanding Middle School teacher of the year. He is an active m...2021-11-0916 minSOLIDARITY IN THE SOCIAL STUDIESan NCSS show .............SOLIDARITY IN THE SOCIAL STUDIES........The NCSS conference is coming in November. Never was Soscial Studies and Civics more important than this year! NCSS President Anton Schulzki and NCSS Executive Director are my guest for a wide ranging conversation on priorities and methods  for all social studies education. FOR MORE ON EQUITY, VISIT ACE-ED.ORG FOR MORE ON SEL, VISIT SELTODAY.ORG We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top...2021-10-2044 minEncep SupriatnaEncep SupriatnaNCSS Kurikulum for Social StudiesMenjelaskan tema-tema pembelajaran IPS di SD2021-09-2913 minProjekti SoRi IIProjekti SoRi IIShëndeti mendor i prindërve gjatë pandemisë COVID 19Projekti rajonal "Te drejtat sociale te grupeve te cenueshme II" mundeson botimin e fletepalosjeve qe permbajne te dhena per shendetin mendor te prinderve gjate pandemise COVID 19. Çfare simptomash shfaqen ne raste te prinderve te prekur nga pasojat e pandemise dhe cfare mund te bejne ata per te ruajtur shendetin e tyre mendor, mund t'i mesoni duke degjuar podcastin. #ĢIZ # NCSS#COVID19#Pasoja#shendetimendor#prinder#2021-07-2702 minProjekti SoRi IIProjekti SoRi IIManual për mësuesit, parandalimi dhe kontrolli i mirëqënies psikosociale të nxënësve përgjatë pandemisë COVID 19Nxenesit e grupmoshaveve te ndryshme jane nje nder shtresat me te prekura nga efektet e COVID 19, ndaj mesuesit, si grupet komunikuese me prane tyre, jane ata te cilet kane nevoje te dine me teper per parandalimin dhe kontrollin e mireqenies psikosociale te nxenesve pergjate pandemise. Per ta eshte botuar edhe Manuali per Mesuesit i cili ofron nje sere keshillash, sugjerimesh, udhezimesh e menyra te te kuptuarit/te te lexuarit te femijeve/nxenesve, per t'u ardhur ne ndihme e per t'u mundesuar tejkalimin sa me te lehte te pasojave traumatike per shkak te COVID 19. Manuali per mesuesit eshte mundesuar fale projektit...2021-07-2703 minProjekti SoRi IIProjekti SoRi IITrajnimi nga NCSS në Vlorë në kuadër të Projektit SoRi IINCSS zhvilloi trainimin e parë në Vlorë me pjesëmarrje të stafit të bashkisë përgjegjëse për shërbimet sociale dhe profesionistë të shërbimeve sociale nga OJF-të lokale. Qellimi i trajnimit eshte rritja e ndergjegjesimit per pasojat negative te Covid 19, ne mireqenien mendore dhe gjendjen emocionale te grupeve ne nevoje. Pjesemarresit/et informuan mbi veprimet per te adresuar mireqenien mendore dhe nevojat psikosociale te grupeve ne nevoje. Trajnimi mbeshtetet nga SoRi II dhe GIZ2021-07-1301 minProjekti SoRi IIProjekti SoRi II- Projekti SoRi II, Rritja e nivelit te mbrojtjes dhe qendrueshmerise se ketyre aspekteve dhe shume te tjereve tek grupet vulnerabelStarton projekti 2, ne kuader te projekti SoRI II qe synon rritjen e nivelit te qendrueshmerise per grupet vulnerabel pergjate pandemise Covid 19. Projekti do te implementohet ne 3 bashki te vendit, Elbasan, Vlore e Librazhd nga NCSS dhe me mbeshtetjen financiare te GIZ Albania. Pas perfundimit me sukses te fazes se pare te projektit qe pati si qellim minimizimin e impaktit te Covid 19 tek grupet vulnerabel, me po aq entuziasen e perkushtim ka nisur edhe projekti i dyte me target-grup, shtresat e varfera te shoqerise ne bashkite e siperpermendura. Projekti zhvillohet ne kuader te implementimit te projektit rajonal SoRi II. Vlora ishte...2021-07-0601 minMeet the AuthorMeet the AuthorBarbara DeeA former English teacher and attorney, Barbara Dee is the author of several middle-grade novels including Maybe He Just Likes You, Everything I Know About You, Halfway Normal, and Star-Crossed. Dee's most recent book is entitled, My in the Fish Tank. Her books are included on many best-of lists, including the ALA Rainbow List Top Ten and the NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People. In the FAQs section of her website, when asked why she writes about serious topics, she replied, “…Reading about characters who face similar challenges can be empowering. And if you’re a k...2021-05-1130 minSOCIAL STUDIES IN THE POST- PANDEMIC WORK OF K-12SOCIAL STUDIES IN THE POST- PANDEMIC WORK OF K-12  Our guests are NCSS Executive Director Larry Paska and Stephanie Wager, NCSS President on Social Studies legislative and educational priorities in 2021-22 We always appreciate feedback or suggestions . Write to 'larry@ace-ed.org ' You'l enjoy visiting www.ace-ed.org where the online journal "Equity & Access Prek12 ' lives, home website of The American Consortium for Equity in Education. Lots of information there and and its where all our podcasts are archived. All FREE for you.   We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s c...2021-05-0339 minPods for SupportPods for SupportLet's Talk with SmolTok | Ep 7In collaboration with NCSS's Beyond the Label, this special episode features Fauzi Aziz and Joel Lim playing SmolTok, a conversational card game about mental health in Singapore. Want to give it a go? Bring your friends and sign up here: bitly.com/hayrsignup2021-02-1734 minThe Josh Baker PodcastThe Josh Baker Podcast#11 Ben BalanceEpisode number 11 and I am joined by Mannheim homie Ben Balance.The Sukhumvit, Yaji Project and NCSS owner is a very interesting dude with a clear eye for design and a solid ear for a good track. His labels boast amazing aesthetic accompanied by a forward thinking music policy which has really cut through the scene in the last few years.In this podcast we chat all about the birth of the labels along with Ben's full time job while also working on a new start-up.My EP-Y came on Sukhumvit Records last...2021-02-171h 11THE IMPORTANCE OF TEACHING SOCIAL STUDIES IN THIS TIME OF NATIONAL TURMOILNCSS ON  THE IMPORTANCE OF TEACHING SOCIAL STUDIES IN THIS TIME OF NATIONAL TURMOIL: NCSS Executive Director Larry Paska and association president Stephanie Wager on advocacy for social studies and civics education   CLICK THRU HERE AND JOIN THE PRE K-12 EQUITY CONSORTIUM , FREE TO EDUCATORS  AND ENJOY OUR ONLINE JOURNAL EQUITY & ACCESS, THE ONLY PROFESSIONAL JOURNAL FOR EDUCATTORS FOCUSING 100% ON THESE MOST IMPORTANT TOPICS IN EQUCATION. ALL AT ACE-ED.ORG We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accel...2021-02-0841 minThe Certell Connects PodcastThe Certell Connects PodcastHow to Teach Latinx History in the ClassroomOur guest today is Antoinette (Toni) Rochester. She is a third-year doctoral student in the Department of Middle, Secondary, and K-12 Education (Urban Education) at the University of North Carolina Charlotte. She is also the Graduate Research Assistant at the University of North Carolina Charlotte. Her interests include addressing issues of equity amongst minority students and the intersection between race, policy, and education. Toni's NCSS Presentation discusses how to use primary and secondary visual sources to teach African American and Latinx history. Often, when African American history is introduced, it is not taught in conjunction with America's L...2020-12-0323 minThe Certell Connects PodcastThe Certell Connects Podcast1921 Tulsa Race Massacre - Dr. Shanedra NowellToday we interview Dr. Shanedra Nowell, Associate Professor of Social Studies at Oklahoma State University, to discuss her upcoming presentation covering the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre at the NCSS Virtual Conference.2020-12-0120 minProjekti SoRi IIProjekti SoRi IIManual "Dhuna Ne Familje", Projekti "Te Drejtat Sociale Per Grupet E Ndjeshme SoRi II"Manual per dhunen ne familje, botim nga GIZ dhe NCSS, mbeshtetur nga BMZ dhe zbatuar nga GIZ. RAPORTO dhunen ne familje! STOP dhunes2020-11-2506 minThe Certell Connects PodcastThe Certell Connects PodcastThe State of Education for LGBTQ Teachers and StudentsToday we interview Zach Lowe to discuss his upcoming presentation at NCSS Virtual Conference. Zach will be leading a session that explores the current state of education for LGBTQ teachers and students. Activities and discussions will center on current research and the impact of the marginalization of LGBTQ content in day-to-day instruction. Attendees will walk away with resources that can be used to facilitate LGBTQ content and help better support their LGBTQ students.Enjoy the show!2020-11-2425 minThrivantgarde: Confident Career BreakersThrivantgarde: Confident Career Breakers9. When You Feel Like You Can't Cope (External Pressures)For you to listen to when you feel like you want to quit university. In this episode, we are covering self-management tips, and some strategies to consider when you are facing financial stress and pressures from family issues. Hang in there! NUS Resources 1) University Health Centre's Counselling and Psychological services. Email: uhc_counsellling@nus.edu.sg or call 6516 2376. 2) Lifeline NUS, call: 6516 7777. 3) Approach your resident assistants or Resident Fellows who can help, or further connect you to other sources of support. External help 1) National Council of Social Service Mental Health Resource Directory: https://www.ncss.gov.sg/Press-Room/Publications/Detail-Page?id...2020-11-0622 minContent to ClassroomContent to ClassroomAddressing Elections and Equity in the ClassroomIt's that time of year again. The leaves are changing, everyone is dressed in cozy sweaters, warm apple cider fills the air, and it's time to vote.   And if it's time to vote, it's time to teach kids in classrooms across the country about the American electoral process-- a job that can have it's challenges at any time, but seems to be particularly difficult in 2020-- it's a presidential election year. We're in a pandemic. The West is burning. The South is flooding. And the nation is fraught with racial tension after the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and o...2020-10-0153 minDeath By DesignDeath By DesignDr. D. Antonio Cantu, Associate Dean & DirectorDr. D. Antonio Cantù and his wife Sandy have three children, Derek, Dylan, and Deanna. Dr. D. Antonio Cantù is Associate Dean and Director of the Department of Education, Counseling, and Leadership at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Cantù received his Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from Southern Illinois University, Ed.S. in Community College Education, M.A. in History, and B.S. in Social Science Education from Arkansas State University. He has also attended educational leadership institutes at the College of William & Mary and Yale University. Prior to his appointment as Chair of the Department of Teache...2020-08-1330 minVisions of EducationVisions of EducationEpisode 143: Advocacy for Social Studies with Tina HeafnerIn Episode 143, Dan and Michael chat with NCSS President Tina Heafner about agency, advocacy, and activism for the social studies.2020-05-1441 minONLINE LEARNING IN THE SOCIAL STUDIESMy favorite subject, taught it for years....and in an election year its more important than ever,. Our guests are Larry Paska Executive Director of NCSS and the association president Tina Haefner with special guest NCSS Technology Chair, Nick Lawrence, from the East Bronx Academy of the Future  We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins Univer...2020-04-2244 minWRITERS on Writing: Conversations with AuthorsWRITERS on Writing: Conversations with AuthorsSomeone needs to write stories. Why Not You!- Janet Wong- Episode 4“Books give us a window into social issues and a way for kids and adults to learn." On today's show, Anthony Manna talks with author, speaker, and publisher Janet Wong about her work and how her family and multi-cultural experiences shapes her writing. About this Podcast: This podcast platform interviews authors who openly discuss their books, writing journeys, goals, and accomplishments. It also provides practical tips and motivation for writers at all stages of their writing journey. The diverse number of guest authors will almost certainly provide an educational environment in which all authors will ma...2020-03-151h 00Learning TogetherLearning TogetherLeading by ExampleIn this episode we interview three of our Instructional Coaches who presented at NCSS & TCSS in Austin this past November.  They discuss their experiences developing & presenting their session as well as reflections on attending the conference.  They leave us with sound advice and encourage other educators to share their learning to a larger audience.2019-12-1922 minDiffusion of KnowledgeDiffusion of KnowledgePresentingOn this episode of the Diffusion of Knowledge Podcast I talk about presentation tips, a new technology called Gimkit, and my thoughts on the 2019 NCSS Conference in Austin, TX Contact info: Twitter: @81USHistory Website: tylerhorner.com Facebook: Diffusion of Knowledge Podcast Email: dokpodcast@gmail.com 2019-12-1700 minTalking Social StudiesTalking Social StudiesTSS) Ep 39 - Live from NCSS with New Visions of EducationAmy and Chris Co-host a session on Podcasting at NCSS in Austin with @NewVisionsofEd Michael Milton @42ThinkDeep and Dan Krutka @dankrutka. 2019-12-091h 14SOCIAL STUDIES: NCSS' RECENT CONFERENCESOCIAL STUDIES: NCSS' RECENT CONFERENCE ......ACTION, AGENCY ACTIVISM & ADVOCACY :Social Studies, Geography and Civics are the highlights  with guests from NCSS and NCGE We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Read...2019-12-0437 minDiffusion of KnowledgeDiffusion of KnowledgeNCSS PresentationOn this episode of the Diffusion of Knowledge Podcast you get a chance to listen to my presentation at the 2019 National Council for the Social Studies Conference Presentation titled "Fun and Easy Formative Assessments" Contact info: Twitter: @81USHistory Website: tylerhorner.com Facebook: Diffusion of Knowledge Podcast Email: dokpodcast@gmail.com 2019-12-0300 minBold Women in Black HistoryBold Women in Black HistoryNCSS ThemesThis episode is about the NCSS themes of social studies that relate to Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History.2019-11-2603 minTalking Social StudiesTalking Social StudiesTSS Ep 38 - Getting the most out of conferences (Even if you can't attend in person)NCSS is around the corner and Amy, Chris and Scott share their strategies for getting the most out of conferences. 2019-11-1931 minA.B.A.B.NCSS 11NCSS 112019-10-031h 14A.B.A.B.NCSS 10NCSS 102019-10-031h 05A.B.A.B.NCSS 09NCSS 092019-10-031h 07A.B.A.B.NCSS 08NCSS 082019-10-031h 08A.B.A.B.NCSS 07NCSS 072019-10-031h 07A.B.A.B.NCSS 06NCSS 062019-10-0358 minA.B.A.B.NCSS 05NCSS 052019-10-0249 minA.B.A.B.NCSS 01NCSS 012019-10-021h 02A.B.A.B.NCSS 04NCSS 042019-10-021h 11A.B.A.B.NCSS 03NCSS 032019-10-021h 02A.B.A.B.NCSS 02NCSS 022019-10-021h 00NCSS: SOCIAL STUDIES AND EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONDr. Larry Paska, Executive Director of NCSS and India Meissel , President of NCSS are my expert guests We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts...2019-06-0541 minTalking Social StudiesTalking Social StudiesTSS Ep 22) NCSS 2018 TakeawaysA few conversations Chris and Amy had with some of the attendees sharing their takeaways from NCSS this year.2018-12-1006 minVisions of EducationVisions of EducationEpisode 97: Social Studies JournalsIn episode 97, Dan and Michael picked 9 social studies journal and book series editors to participate in a session to find out what happens when editors stop being polite and start getting real…The Real World. This episode was recorded live before a studio audience at the 2018 College and University Faculty Assembly (CUFA) of the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) Annual Meeting.2018-12-021h 03SOCIAL STUDIES EDUCATION ...PREVIEW THE UPCOMING NCSS CONFERENCESOCIAL STUDIES EDUCATION ...PREVIEW THE UPCOMING NCSS CONFERENCE We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE tod...2018-10-1533 minVisions of EducationVisions of EducationEpisode 83: LGBTQ Topics in Education with J. B. Mayo, JrIn Episode 83, Michael & Dan chat with J.B. Mayo, Jr. from the University of Minnesota to discuss his extensive work in LGBT and Queer Studies - specifically his work on GSAs (Gay-Straight Alliances/Genders & Sexualities Alliances) and his recent work published in NCSS's Social Education on LGBTQ media and its potential impact on youth.2018-06-2047 minan NCSS show THE NEW STANDARDS FOR SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHERSan NCSS show THE NEW STANDARDS FOR SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHERS My good friend, NCSS Executive Director Larry Paska brings with him Dr. Brandie Benton , Admissions (Associate) Provost at Henderson State  and Dr Alex Cuenca of Indiana U, chair of the NCSS Task Force on Teacher Ed We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help...2018-02-0536 minVisions of EducationVisions of EducationEpisode 72: Compelling Questions with Rebecca MuellerIn episode 72, Dan and Michael ask lots of compelling questions to Rebecca Mueller about her work on using compelling questions in the classroom. Her work was recently published in Social Education, a social studies journal from NCSS.2017-12-1927 minWE WELCOME THE 2017 NATIONAL SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHERS OF THE YEARWE WELCOME THE 2017 NATIONAL SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHERS OF THE YEAR:Three great educators K thru 12, the NCSS award winners: NY's Kate Hunter, TN's Erin Glenn and KY's Ryan New. Co-hosting with me is NCSS Executive Director Larry Paska We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simpl...2017-12-0537 minTalking Social StudiesTalking Social StudiesTSS Ep 14) NCSS LIVE!Join us for this special edition of Talking Social Studies where our team recorded conversations and takeaways from educators while at the NCSS conference in San Francisco2017-11-2140 minVisions of EducationVisions of EducationEpisode 71: The Big Social Studies Conference ReviewIn Episode 71, Dan & Michael talk about and Dan interviews award winners, presenters, and attendees at the College and University Faculty Assembly (CUFA) and the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) 2017 Annual Conference in San Francisco, California.2017-11-2055 minSOCIAL STUDIES..PREVIEWING THE 2017 NCSS CONFERENCESOCIAL STUDIES..PREVIEWING THE 2017 NCSS CONFERENCE with NCSS President Terry Cherry and Executive Director Larry Paska We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL...2017-10-1629 minMarathon & Ultra Running Podcast - With Suman SilwalMarathon & Ultra Running Podcast - With Suman Silwal40: Youth Sports Safety & Birmingham Wine 10k: Talking with Joseph Longoria#MRuns 40: In this episode, I talked with Joseph Longoria, Executive Director of The National Center for Sports Safety. Joseph is a long time running friend and the person behind the Wine 10K. In this episode, we talked about following: National Center for Sports Safety Youth sports safety Birmingham Wine 10 2016 Olympic Bronze Medalist Emma Coburn coming to Wine 10k More 10% discount code: MRUNS17 Photos from 2016 Inaugural Birmingham Wine 10K Birmingham Wine 10k website: Wine10K.com National Center for Sports Safety: www.SportsSafety.org Enjoy! About The National Center for Sports Safety (NCSS) Mission: The National Center for Sports Safety (NCSS...2017-01-1831 minCafe armiaCafe armiaKondycja polskiego przemysłu zbrojeniowegoW ostatnich dniach Narodowe Centrum Studiów Strategicznych wydało raport dotyczący kondycji polskiej zbrojeniówki i możliwości jej przyszłego rozwoju. W Cafe Armii o rodzimym przemyśle obronnym mówili Weronika Myck z NCSS, prof. Robert Głębocki z Politechniki Warszawskiej i Wojciech Pawłuszko, radca prawny.2016-05-1442 minOtsuka PodcastOtsuka PodcastVol. 82: Otsuka America Proudly Supports NCSS Cherry Blossom Festival EventsRead the full article with photos at: https://www.otsuka.co.jp/en/company/globalnews/detail.php?id=217&date=2015-04-05 Otsuka is proud to be the lead supporter of the National Conference of State Societies’ (NCSS) 67th Cherry Blossom Festival events, including their flagship Cherry Blossom Princess Program. Otsuka has pledged its recurring support to the NCSS Cherry Blossom Events for three consecutive years, to demonstrate the company’s commitment to empowering young women to aspire to accomplish their goals and become the leaders of the next generation. The National Cherry Blossom Fest...2015-04-0503 minTechZingTechZing238: TZ Discussion - Goodbye, Top Gun. Hello, Skynet!Justin and Jason discuss Justin's two-week work trip to Chicago, Sebastien Arnaud's recent visit to Pasadena, the tradeoffs of using a custom/personal framework vs a popular open-source framework, how Justin hired listener Jeremy Logan to work with Digedu, balancing feature development with stability work, why Justin is moving from Rackspace to AWS in order to avoid the single point of failure problem, how he was unable to sell Pluggio on Flippa and how he's going to try selling it through a broker, the summer Catalyst sessions and the effort to get Mindstorm robots to communicate with one another using...2013-07-161h 27Civil War and Digital StorytellingCivil War and Digital StorytellingCivil War: Resources (Focus—Drummer Boys)The<a href="http://ncss.org/"> National Council for Social Studies</a> <a href="http://publications.socialstudies.org/mll/">Middle Level Learning Journal</a> included an article in their <a href="http://members.ncss.org/mll/35/MLL35.pdf">May/June 2009 (vol. 35)</a> edition (p. M15) titled <span style="font-style: italic;">Drummer Boys: Creating Historical Fiction and Studying Historical Documents</span>. The article includes a handout identifying relevant online resources for studying Civil War drummer boys. It lists several websites including primary sources and a...2011-03-1436 min