NYSCSS 2025 87th Annual Convention

Social Studies: Start a Revolution!

Thursday, March 6 - Saturday, March 8, 2025 

Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel, Albany NY 

Join us in starting a Revolution in Albany this March!

Award Information and Nomination

NYSCSS Professional Educator Awards

The Outstanding Social Studies Classroom Teacher Award (Elementary, Middle School, and High School) 

The Outstanding Supervisor Award 

The Distinguished Social Studies Educator Award 

The John Roy Continuing Social Studies Service Award 

The Susan Wasserman Young Professional Memorial Award 

The Benita Jorkasky Outstanding College Educator Memorial Award 

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Social Studies Matters 

As the New York State Education Department develops more detailed recommendations for New York's Graduation Requirements, we remain committed to advocating for Social Studies education, PK-12.  Students in New York deserve four units of credit in high school Social Studies in order to be prepared for the challenges of the 21st century world.  Social Studies educators in New York deserve a seat at the table as these decisions are being made. 

Read our recent email to Chancellor Young, Commissioner Rosa,  Deputy Commissioners Matteson, Johnson-Dingle and Harmon and all members of the Board of Regents advocating for a commitment to the 4 units of credit and expressing our desire to work with NYSED to provide clarity and support for Social Studies educators.