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Region 4 Education Service Center7145 West Tidwell Road, Houston, Texas 77092-2096

4th AnnualRegion 4 Social Studies Conference

January 22, 2011

WelcomeWelcome to the 4th annual Region 4 Education Service Center Social Studies Conference. Today we invite you to connect with other educators, gather inspiration, and gain a fresh perspective for your classroom.

To contact the Region 4 Social Studies Department, e-mail [email protected] or call 713.744.6577.

Many thanks to these organizations that are supporting us with promotional items, presentations, and/or door prizes:Lunch sponsors:

● iCivics ● Law-Related Education, Inc.

Conference vendors: ● The Children’s Museum of Houston ● Examgen ● First Day Cover Lessons ● Grand Canyon University College of Education ● Law-Related Education, Inc. ● Money Matters ● National Constitution Center ● Rand McNally/New Dimensions Media/Social Studies School Services ● Rosen Classroom ● TEXANS Pennies for Peace ● The Bill of Rights Institute

Door prizes: ● Education in Action ● eInstruction ● Law-Related Education, Inc. ● Museum of Fine Arts, Houston ● Moody Gardens ● Rand McNally and New Dimensions Media ● Red and Black Books ● San Jacinto Museum of History ● TEXANS Pennies for Peace ● Texas State Historical Association

Thank you for being part of this great learning event! Be sure to join us for next year’s social studies conference on February 12, 2012, for another year of NETWORKING, BRIGHT IDEAS, and INNOVATION!

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Schedule at a GlanceJanuary 22, 2011

Time Event/Session Location

7:30 a.m.–8:30 a.m. Registration and Vendor Hall Lobby/MCC A–F

8:30 a.m.–8:55 a.m. Welcome and Introductions Room 101 Wendy May, iCivics

9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. First Break-Out Sessions MCC A–F

10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Second Break-Out Sessions MCC A–F

11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Lunch and Vendor Hall MCC A–F Lunch provided by Law-Related Education, Inc. and iCivics

12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. Third Break-Out Sessions MCC A–F

2:10 p.m.–2:55 p.m. Fourth Break-Out Sessions MCC A–F

2:55 p.m.–3:30 p.m. Closing: Evaluations and Door Prizes Room 101

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Region 4 Social Studies StaffOur social studies specialists are here to serve you in any way that we can by providing products and services to meet your needs. Please feel free to contact us at any time.

Anne Douglas, Director of Science and Social [email protected], 713.744.6375

Debbie Behling, Education [email protected], 713.744.6863

Andréa Rivers, Education [email protected], 713.744.6594

Tom Wurst, Education [email protected], 713.744.8194

Get on the Map with Region 4 Social Studies!

Learn how Region 4 Education Service Center can prepare your school for the transition to EOC.

Products and Services Include•ExploringtheTEKSSeries•EmbeddingtheELPSWithE’s•WarmUptoSocialStudies—Grades8and11•DifferentiationStrategiesforG/TStudentsinthe SocialStudiesClassroom•TAKS™PreparationSeriesandTrainings•AcceleratedCurriculumforGrade11ExitTAKS™•World Geography Professional Development•World History Professional Development•United States History Professional Development

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Event/Session InformationJanuary 22, 2011


7:30 a.m.–8:30 a.m. Registration and Sign-In Lobby

8:30 a.m.–8:55 a.m. Welcome and Introductions Room 101

9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. Content-Rich Skits for the History Classroom Room 101

Gingerbread Man Economics Room 102

Kidtropolis in the Classroom: Connecting Your Classroom to the Children’s Museum of Houston Room 104

Web 2.0 Tools Room 106

Engaging Students Using the Interactive Whiteboard in the Classroom Room 113A

What I Learned about Life (When my Husband Got Fired) . . . The Title Is Not the Only Thing that Makes It Different than Other PFL Programs! Room 113B

Art and Social Studies 24/7 Room 201

Beyond Anne Frank: Other Holocaust-Era Diaries Room 202

Puzzled about the Principles Room 203

Classroom Resources at the LBJ Library and Museum Room 204

Warm Up to Social Studies TEKS-based Engagement Activities Room 205

Houston Landmarks: Integrating Reading and Writing through Social Studies Room 206

Teaching with First-Day Covers Room 207

10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m. The Social Studies Reading Connection Room 101

Mapping with a Twist Room 102

Why Money Matters? Room 104

Social Networking for the Classroom Room 106

Spotlight on Texas: History Curriculum for the 21st Century Room 113A

Welcome to The Exchange Room 113B

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Transforming Minds and Lives: Using Service Learning to Impact Social Studies and Ensure Legacy Room 201

Historical Monologue: I Am Annie Mae Room 202

Multimedia Resources for American History Room 203

Landed Interests: Using Primary Sources from the Texas General Land Office in the Classroom Room 204

Grab Bag of History Activities for Middle School Teachers Room 205

TeachingTexas.org: Helping Texas History Teachers Find Texas Resources Room 206

AP History DBQ/FRQ Writing Seminar Room 207

11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Lunch Room 101

12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. Economics and History: Viewing History through a Different Lens Room 102

Ten Ducks, a Quilt, a Lake, and a Dam: Connecting Geography and Community with Picture Books Room 104

Using Technology and Primary Resources to Teach the Spanish–American War Room 106

Using Theater Arts to Teach Social Studies Room 113A

Population Paradox Room 113B

Dance Your Way through Geography Room 201

After the Holocaust: Voices in Response Room 202

Texas Heroes . . . Really Room 203

Houston Oral History Project: Classrooms and Connections Room 204

Coaching Coteachers for Social Studies Room 205

Geography Toolkit for Beginning Teachers Room 206


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Event/Session InformationTime Event/Session Location

Half the World Away: Lessons from the Fulbright-Hays Group Projects Abroad 2010 China Seminar Room 207

2:10 p.m.–2:55 p.m. Texas Performance Standards Project Room 101

The Financial Crisis: Recovery and Beyond Room 102

Relevance and Value of History in Our Lives Room 104

The Next 100 Million: America in 2050 Room 106

8th-Grade History Inclusion Room 113A

In Search of Houston’s History: An Introduction to the Houston Metropolitan Research Center Room 113B

Adjusting to the New TEKS for World History Room 201

ABCs of Social Studies Room 202

The Interactive Classroom Room 203

Germany and Texas: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow Room 204

Dig into Projects! Room 205

National History Day in Texas Room 206

Demystifying Religion: Teaching about Jews, Judaism, and Religious Diversity in the Public School Classroom Room 207

2:55 p.m.–3:30 p.m. Closing: Evaluations and Door Prizes Room 101



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Concurrent Sessions9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. Sessions

Content-Rich Skits for the History ClassroomDo you have “reluctant” students? We’ve all been in the same boat and it can be frustrating. Explore one possible solution that may awaken students’ motivation: content-rich skits for the history classroom. These skits are fun, engaging, and chock-full of content information from the TEKS. Presenters will provide examples of skits and provide tips on writing skits of your own.Grade Levels Time Room PresentersK–12 9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. 101 Sheryl Saeed, Sheldon ISD Matthew Hayton, Sheldon ISD

Gingerbread Man EconomicsTheGingerbreadMan story offers exciting and student-engaging, integrated and thematic lessons that place social studies and economics at the center of developing math, science, and language arts skills. Teachers will receive copies of the lesson portrayed and information on how to receive several hundred interactive lessons for free. Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–12 9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. 102 Laura Ewing, Texas Council on Economic Education Kidtropolis in the Classroom: Connecting Your Classroom to the Children’s Museum of Houston Participants in this session will receive an overview of Kidtropolis in the Classroom: A Cross-Curricular Learning Unit. Presenters will share hands-on activities, lesson plans, and additional ideas for how to use the museum as a resource in support of social studies and other learning standards. Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–12 9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. 104 Kendolyn Cooper, Children’s Museum of Houston

Web 2.0 ToolsThis presentation explores Web 2.0 tools designed to increase student engagement and understanding. While the first half of the presentation focuses on innovative Web 2.0 applications to be used in the classroom, the second portion focuses on tools designed to help teachers integrate these applications in the classrooms. Resources are provided.Grade Levels Time Room PresentersK–12 9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. 106 Kim Nelson, Barbers Hill ISD Christine Beaudry, Houston ISD


Engaging Students Using the Interactive Whiteboard in the ClassroomLearn how to create highly engaging lessons for your interactive Whiteboard. Attendees will receive ideas about creating interesting lessons that will catch students’ attention by integrating technology in the social studies classroom.Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–12 9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. 113A Susan Gregurek, Spring ISD

What I Learned about Life (When my Husband Got Fired) . . . The Title Is Not the Only Thing that Makes It Different than Other PFL Programs!This self-published book, launched by Neiman Marcus, was used as a textbook for a twelve-week Personal Financial Literacy (PFL) program at KIPP Houston High School. Learn how to motivate students to understand the mechanics of financial literacy and how to make intelligent financial decisions based on their values, priorities, and long-term goals. This program is easy to implement, inexpensive, and lots of fun.Grade Levels Time Room PresentersSecondary 9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. 113B Tina Pennington and Mandy Williams

Art and Social Studies 24/7Learn to integrate an art museum’s technology-based resources, including online teaching guides, bookmarking sites, and interactive videoconferences, into your social studies curriculum.Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–12 9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. 201 Nancy Strickland, Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Beyond Anne Frank: Other Holocaust-Era DiariesWant to move beyond TheDiaryofAnneFrank? This session incorporates other Holocaust-era diaries by adolescents who experienced the onset of war, lived in ghettos, and faced deportations. Explore connections between the literature and appropriate video vignettes.Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–12 9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. 202 Cynthia Capers, Holocaust Museum Houston

Puzzled about the PrinciplesDuring this session, participants will participate in a comparison of the principles embedded in both the U.S. and Texas Constitution led by Law-Related Education scholar Professor Jerry Perry. With the discussion of each principle, interactive lessons for both constitutions will be demonstrated.Grade Levels Time Room PresentersK–12 9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. 203 Jerry Perry, Law-Related Education Janie Worst, Law-Related Education

9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. Sessions


Classroom Resources at the LBJ Library and MuseumEngage your students with resources from the LBJ Library and Museum. Get information about free curriculum, student tours, teacher workshops, and more. Find out how you can utilize our primary sources in your classroom.Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–12 9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. 204 Marsha Sharp, LBJ Library and Museum

Warm Up to Social Studies TEKS-based Engagement ActivitiesExperience engaging activities based on the TEKS for Grade 8 social studies. Start your class each day with an activity to give students more background knowledge and additional practice on the concepts and skills needed for academic success. Examine research-based strategies that provide scaffolding for students at different proficiency levels. Grade Levels Time Room PresenterGrade 8 9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. 205 Andréa Rivers, Region 4

Houston Landmarks: Integrating Reading and Writing through Social StudiesThis session will show how to link reading and writing to social studies. Participants will learn engaging instructional strategies to teach about Houston-area landmarks. These strategies will increase student achievement across the curriculum.Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–12 9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. 206 Thelma Holmes, Alief ISD

Teaching with First-Day CoversHook students on history through images found on first-day covers—envelopes containing commemorative stamps, appropriate postmarks, and artwork depicting people, documents, or events. Come experience the strategies found in these warm-up and review lessons using historical artifacts. Grade Levels Time Room Presenter4–12 9:05 a.m.–10:35 a.m. 207 Kris McIntosh



The Social Studies Reading ConnectionParticipants will be given the opportunity to experience several hands-on mapping activities designed to build vocabulary and background knowledge. These strategies enhance reading comprehension in the context of social studies content. Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–5 10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m. 101 Kim Harger, Herff Jones Education | Nystrom

Mapping with a TwistHave you ever struggled to fit in every objective you need to teach in one day? We can help you do it in a single lesson. Learn how to integrate language arts reading skills with social studies mapping skills. Experience hands-on strategies to teach young children how to create and use maps, retell stories or events, and gain a deeper understanding of their environment, mapping, and literature simultaneously. Grade Levels Time Room PresentersK–12 10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m. 102 Janice Payne, Aldine ISD Laurie Hutto, Aldine ISD

Why Money Matters?The Money Matters curriculum is designed for Texas high school teachers who need a comprehensive financial literacy curriculum for their classes. First Command Educational Foundation’s financial literacy curriculum, Money Matters, assists high school students in acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary to take control of their finances. The curriculum was written with the guidelines issued in Texas House Bill 492, covering all twelve elements state legislators demanded, and has been approved by the Texas State Board of Education.Grade Levels Time Room PresenterEconomics 10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m. 104 Romy Basil, First Command Educational Foundation

Social Networking for the ClassroomWhat would Abraham Lincoln’s Facebook/Myspace page look like if he had access to the Internet? Who would be on his friends list? Imagine the posts his friends would leave! During this presentation, attendees will learn how to use the lure of social networking to help students grasp learning objectives and have a little fun.Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–12 10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m. 106 Crystal Wade, Houston ISD


Spotlight on Texas: History Curriculum for the 21st CenturyIf you are always looking for ways to present your Texas history curriculum in an eye-catching and grade level-appropriate way, then look no further! Spotlight on Texas is just for you. This program works for both 4th grade and 7th grade Texas history and is great for general education and special education students, as well as ELLs. Grade Levels Time Room Presenter4, 7 10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m. 113A Elizabeth Clark, Spring Branch ISD

Welcome to The ExchangeLearn innovative approaches to teaching the U.S. Constitution and current events that result in engaged, active students. Use the live videoconferencing program The Exchange and virtual field trips with your students. Receive strategies, lessons, and resources that encourage students to relate to the U.S. Constitution and the world around them. Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–12 10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m. 113B Kathryn Venzor, National Constitution Center

Transforming Minds and Lives: Using Service Learning to Impact Social Studies and Ensure LegacyBring dynamic synergy to your classroom through a FREE service learning curriculum! If you teach it, change will come; through implementation of user-friendly interdisciplinary instruction, students, schools, and districts are invigorated and empowered as they learn about one man’s journey to change the world, one child at a time, through ThreeCupsofTea. Free copies of the ThreeCupsofTea adult edition and young readers edition and ListentotheWind children’s picture book will be given as a gift to each person attending the full session.Grade Levels Time Room PresentersK–12 10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m. 201 Frank Duffy, TEXANS for Pennies for Peace Georgan Reitmeier, Pennies for Peace

Historical Monologue: I Am Annie MaeLearn about the life of Annie Mae Hunt as her granddaughter, Barbara Hammond, dramatizes this dynamic Texas civil rights leader. Annie Mae Hunt was a former slave and midwife who became a strong force for change in Texas. Grade Levels Time Room Presenters4, 7, U.S. History 10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m. 202 Barbara Bullard, I Am Annie Mae Doris Sauls, Independent Consultant


Multimedia Resources for American HistoryExplore several websites that will aid in implementing some of the TEKS social studies objectives for the middle and high school American history content. Demonstration will focus on World War I and a 9/11 program using New Dimension Media videos online, Rand McNally Classroom website, and Social Studies School Services resources. Participants will receive a free two-week subscription to the website and its resources.Grade Levels Time Room PresenterU.S. History 10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m. 203 Joni Dodson, Rand McNally Educational Publishing, New Dimension Media, and Social Studies School ServicesLanded Interests: Using Primary Sources from the Texas General Land Office in the ClassroomReceive relevant and interesting primary source documents and maps from the Texas General Land Office. Teachers will be introduced to the scope and nature of the Archives and Records Collection as well as how to access and use these primary sources in the classroom.Grade Levels Time Room Presenters4, 7 10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m. 204 Buck Cole, Texas General Land Office James Harkins, Texas General Land Office

Grab Bag of History Activities for Middle School TeachersExperience hands-on instructional activities for 7th- and 8th-grade history classes. Some of the 7th- and 8th-grade activities that will be demonstrated include Columbian Exchange Trading Card, Slave Ship Experience, Explorer Classification, Word Log, Civil War Journal , Texas Flip Book, and Peer Grading. Activities can be used in most history classes. Grade Levels Time Room PresentersMiddle School 10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m. 205 Michelle Neyrey, Humble ISD Marta Richardson, Humble ISD

TeachingTexas.org: Helping Texas History Teachers Find Texas ResourcesThis session focuses on demonstrating the wide variety of resources available on TeachingTexas.org, the newest resource to help Texas history teachers find the resources they need.Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–12 10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m. 206 Stephen Cure, Texas State Historical Association

AP History DBQ/FRQ Writing SeminarAP Writing Seminar for World, Euro, and USGrade Levels Time Room Presenter9–12 10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m. 207 Jennifer Conroy, Spring ISD



12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. Sessions

Economics and History: Viewing History through a Different LensExplore skills that look at history with a different approach. The session includes discussion of the Economic TEKS strand that runs through K–12 social studies. Receive plans for specific historical events. Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–12 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. 102 Susan Kiser, Federal Reserve Bank Dallas-Houston Branch

Ten Ducks, a Quilt, a Lake, and a Dam: Connecting Geography and Community with Picture BooksJoin us as we present new ideas for integrating geography and community into the elementary classroom. Interdisciplinary explorations through the picture books of Carle, Yolen, Say, Hopkinson, and Guthrie combine with primary documents and alternative sources to actively engage students. Participants will also receive detailed lesson plans and resource lists.Grade Levels Time Room PresentersK–5 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. 104 Amy Mulholland, University of Houston Sabrina Marsh, University of Houston

Using Technology and Primary Resources to Teach the Spanish–American WarLearn about the Spanish–American War through Google Earth and primary sources. Participants will develop their own historical tours for their students. Grade Levels Time Room PresenterU.S. History 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. 106 Cyndy Harrison, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD

Using Theater Arts to Teach Social StudiesReceive ideas about how to use Reader’s Theater to teach social studies. Then learn the steps to help students generate their own scripts that integrate Language Arts TEKS and Social Studies TEKS.Grade Levels Time Room PresentersSecondary 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. 113A Kristin Smith, Aldine ISD Christina Brady, Aldine ISD

Population ParadoxIndia and China are struggling to control their population growth while Japan and Russia are trying to increase theirs. Examine the population paradox. Grade Levels Time Room PresenterGrade 6, 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. 113B Crystal Kitagawa, Fort Bend ISD World Geography


Dance Your Way through GeographyThe Dance Your Way through Geography presentation will demonstrate how to create engaging geography and cultural lessons for early childhood classrooms. Geography can be a difficult concept for young students to grasp. Through dance and movement, students can have a better understanding of multiculturalism and geography. Dance is a kinesthetic expression of each culture; this session includes the history and meaning of each dance and how it represents each culture.Grade Levels Time Room PresentersK–12 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. 201 Isabel Rodriguez, Aldine ISD Xochitl Rodriguez, Aldine ISD

After the Holocaust: Voices in ResponseParticipants will engage in a close reading of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the United Nations Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of Genocide using the two primary document handouts. These documents were created largely through the work of two people: Eleanor Roosevelt and Raphael Lemkin, respectively. Their voices to end prejudice and apathy in the world were significant; to that end, participants will learn more about each person and the roles they played in securing passage of the respective documents. Participants will also consider the critical analysis of the documents, including bias and problematic definitions of genocide. Time will be spent in a whole-group discussion on how to incorporate the documents into an existing study of the Holocaust or a beginning study of genocide. Grade Levels Time Room PresenterSecondary 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. 202 Cynthia Capers, Holocaust Museum Houston

Texas Heroes . . . ReallyAuthor Mary Dodson Wade uses her love of history to create accurate and accessible biographies of early Texas leaders such as Sam Houston, Stephen F. Austin, Davy Crockett, and Jane Long. She presents the problems and rewards of research that reveals the truth and dispels the myths, while discovering what motivated choice of action by these individuals. Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–12 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. 203 Mary Dodson Wade, Retired, Fort Bend ISD

Houston Oral History Project: Classrooms and ConnectionsOral histories provide a rich way to preserve and learn about history. Join Houston Public Library (HPL) staff members for an insider’s look at HPL’s extraordinary digital oral history collections and a discussion about what students can learn from oral histories. Grade Levels Time Room PresentersK–12 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. 204 Elizabeth Sargent, Houston Public Library Marie Wise, Houston Public Library



Coaching Coteachers for Social StudiesExplore strategies and structures for coteaching in a differentiated classroom. Roles and responsibilities will be discussed with a focus on collaborative planning between content and special education teachers.Grade Levels Time Room Presenter4–12 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. 205 Helen Griffin, Region 4

Geography Toolkit for Beginning TeachersGeography Toolkit is an approach to geography for beginning teachers in all social studies grades and courses. Receive basic adaptable strategies and lessons for new teachers. Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–12 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. 206 Christina Hinze, Channelview ISD

Half the World Away: Lessons from the Fulbright-Hays Group Projects Abroad 2010 China SeminarIn June 2010, thirteen Texas social studies teachers went “half the world away” to explore Chinese education, culture, history, personality, and terrain, as participants in the five-week Fulbright-Hays Group Projects Abroad China Seminar. Examine the lessons they learned in China and lessons they created to use in their classrooms.Grade Levels Time Room PresentersK–12 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. 207 Lynne Walters, Texas A&M University Martha Green, Texas A&M University



Texas Performance Standards ProjectExplore the Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP) as a tool to help gifted students produce advanced and sophisticated social studies products. Examine the TPSP rubrics used to score the products for depth and complexity. Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–12, G/T 2:10 p.m.–2:55 p.m. 101 Judy O’Neal, Region 4

The Financial Crisis: Recovery and BeyondParticipants will have the opportunity to examine the financial crisis and the causes of the worst recession since 1929. They will also look at new legislation, the Dodd-Frank bill, and see how it will change the financial industry.Grade Levels Time Room PresenterSecondary 2:10 p.m.–2:55 p.m. 102 Susan Kizer, Federal Reserve Bank, Dallas-Houston Branch

Relevance and Value of History in Our LivesThis session presents a case for the intrinsic value of history for our students as individuals and citizens. The obligation our institutions have in setting a high standard to an insightful, objective, and comprehensive understanding of the unique history of Texas will be explored. Participants will learn about guiding students to gain perspective by developing critical-thinking skills and allowing students the opportunity to evaluate collective actions of our citizens, society, and government. Engage in discussion about how all this may lead to an appreciation of service to civic duty. Grade Levels Time Room Presenter4, 7 2:10 p.m.–2:55 p.m. 104 Larry Spasic, San Jacinto Museum and Monument

The Next 100 Million: America in 2050America is the only modern Metropolitan Demographic Center on earth that remains at replacement level in regards to its population. Reaction to population growth is generally negative because concerns over resource depletion and competition are exacerbated. However, the US may have hidden advantages in its history, geography, and demographics, as well as its social and political systems, that might actually strengthen the fabric of the country. Grade Levels Time Room PresenterGeography 2:10 p.m.–2:55 p.m. 106 Jeff Cherry, Clear Creek ISD


8th-Grade History InclusionMorton Ranch Junior High has eliminated separate resource social studies classes for special education students. While these students are included in the regular 8th-grade American history class, the special education teachers provide support to the general education teachers in order to support success to all students. This session includes differentiation of instruction, special education strategies, Grade 8 American history content, instructional strategies, and documentation tips for teachers. The development of the relationship between the general education and special education teachers will be discussed as a key component to the success of the inclusion process. Grade Levels Time Room PresentersMiddle School, 2:10 p.m.–2:55 p.m. 113A Joe Sosa, Katy ISDSpecial Education Roger Reaves, Katy ISD

In Search of Houston’s History: An Introduction to the Houston Metropolitan Research CenterThe Houston Metropolitan Research Center (HMRC) includes photographs, manuscripts, books, architectural drawings, oral histories, and maps about Houston and Texas history. Attendees will receive a complimentary copy of the DVD “In Search of Houston’s History.” Learn how to use its resources in your classroom.Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–12 2:10 p.m.–2:55 p.m. 113B Elizabeth Sargent, Houston Public Library

Adjusting to the New TEKS for World HistoryReceive a pacing plan for the World History TEKS starting in 2011–2012. Session includes material outlines that cover all of the TEKS in enough time for sufficient EOC/TAKS™ review. Receive a calendar and content notes on what needs to be covered and how to accomplish this instruction in a timely manner.Grade Levels Time Room PresenterWorld History 2:10 p.m.–2:55 p.m. 201 Audie Johnson, Deer Park ISD

ABCs of Social StudiesAlignment, Balance, and Connection: Explore these aspects of social studies instruction with an interactive approach.Teachers will receive materials and resources they can take back to their classrooms, including use of technology, integration of the various disciplines of social studies, and integration of social studies with other subjects. Examples of strategies included in this session are analogies, big picture, cause and effect, discussion, exit slips, Frayer model, graphic organizers, homework, interactive journals, jigsaw, and looping materials. Grade Levels Time Room PresenterK–12 2:10 p.m.–2:55 p.m. 202 Rebecca Neill, Aldine ISD


The Interactive ClassroomExperience interactive lessons and teaching tips that will help integrate traditional social studies materials such as desk maps, wall maps, and atlases, with 21st-century technology to create a hands-on, minds-on learning environment.Grade Levels Time Room PresenterWorld History 2:10 p.m.–2:55 p.m. 203 Stacy Severin, Nystrom

Germany and Texas: Yesterday, Today, and TomorrowGermany and Texas have a long history together, dating back prior to the Texas Revolution. But their relationship today is just as rich, and their future is even brighter. Learn how to make your unit on German-Texas history fantastic.Grade Levels Time Room Presenter4, 7 2:10 p.m.–2:55 p.m. 204 Elizabeth Chapman, Clear Creek ISD

Dig into Projects!The purpose of this program is to use a project-based curriculum that encourages students to learn and participate in geography. Teach students how to find information using reference materials and the Internet. The projects demonstrated in this session involve easy set up and can help students to become an important part of the classroom. Grade Levels Time Room PresentersK–12 2:10 p.m.–2:55 p.m. 205 Michael McNeil, Hardin ISD Debbie Lowery, Hardin ISD

National History Day in TexasLearn how National History Day can be a tool to help you prepare students for the new TEKS and College and Career Readiness Standards. History Day is far more than a contest; it is a way to teach skills.Grade Levels Time Room Presenter6–12 2:10 p.m.–2:55 p.m. 206 Stephen Cure, Texas State Historical Association

Demystifying Religion: Teaching about Jews, Judaism, and Religious Diversity in the Public School ClassroomSince its founding to Spielberg, Jews and Judaism have impacted American laws, values, and culture, and the new social studies TEKS are replete with references to those contributions. This session provides accurate resources and strategies to help educators navigate the potholes of teaching about religion while clarifying and demystifying Judaism. Grade Levels Time Room PresentersK–12 2:10 p.m.–2:55 p.m. 207 Pat Epstein, Public Education Initiative June Penkar, Outreach Liaison, Public Education Initiative, JCRC-Dallas


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WelcomeWelcome to the 4th annual Region 4 Education Service Center Social Studies Conference. Today we invite you to connect with other educators, gather inspiration, and gain a fresh perspective for your classroom.

To contact the Region 4 Social Studies Department, e-mail [email protected] or call 713.744.6577.

Many thanks to these organizations that are supporting us with promotional items, presentations, and/or door prizes:Lunch sponsors:

● iCivics ● Law-Related Education, Inc.

Conference vendors: ● The Children’s Museum of Houston ● Examgen ● First Day Cover Lessons ● Grand Canyon University College of Education ● Law-Related Education, Inc. ● Money Matters ● National Constitution Center ● Rand McNally/New Dimensions Media/Social Studies School Services ● Rosen Classroom ● TEXANS Pennies for Peace ● The Bill of Rights Institute

Door prizes: ● Education in Action ● eInstruction ● Law-Related Education, Inc. ● Museum of Fine Arts, Houston ● Moody Gardens ● Rand McNally and New Dimensions Media ● Red and Black Books ● San Jacinto Museum of History ● TEXANS Pennies for Peace ● Texas State Historical Association

Thank you for being part of this great learning event! Be sure to join us for next year’s social studies conference on February 12, 2012, for another year of NETWORKING, BRIGHT IDEAS, and INNOVATION!

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