2024 Fall Conference
REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED!
Saturday, October 12
Chinook Middle School in Bellevue
Are you ready to elevate your teaching and inspire the next generation of informed citizens? Now more than even students need to know how to debate, interact, and discuss with their peers with respect and an open mind. Don’t miss the WSCSS Fall Conference, where social studies educators from across the state will gather to sharpen their skills and deepen their knowledge!
Sessions will address the conference theme of "Civil Discourse in the Classroom: Cultivating Respectful Dialogue." As educators, fostering an environment where civil discourse thrives is more important than ever, especially in light of the upcoming election season.
You’ll be able to enjoy a catered box lunch while listening to our keynote speaker; King County Elections Director Julie Wise. A champion for increasing both accessibility and security, Julie is dedicated to removing barriers to voting, while maintaining accuracy, security, and transparency. She has been a vocal advocate for expanding language access and has expanded voter outreach and education through the Voter Education Fund. Additionally, Julie’s push for prepaid postage in King County led to statewide action resulting in prepaid postage for all Washington voters in 2018.
Dive into 15+ dynamic sessions designed to equip you with the tools to navigate and discuss controversial issues with confidence and clarity. Our conference will empower you to prepare your students for the upcoming election and beyond.
With your registration, you can:
Engage with the King Country Director of Elections – Gain invaluable insights on electoral processes and civic engagement, less than one month before a federal election.
Interact with 10+ Innovative Vendors – Discover cutting-edge resources and tools you can bring to your classroom.
Attend Interactive Sessions – Learn practical strategies for addressing sensitive topics and fostering open dialogue with a civic focus. The conference has been organized to include a pre-service teacher and an elementary teacher track beyond the many secondary sessions offered, meaning there is something for every classroom. View the schedule here, and full program here to choose your sessions for the day!
Enjoy Breakfast & Lunch at the conference - Enjoy Breakfast & Lunch at the conference. Registration includes a light breakfast starting at 8:30 AM (conference begins at 9 AM) and a catered boxed lunch (vegetarian and gluten-free options available). Please note that registration will informally close on October 7th. To ensure we can accommodate everyone, we encourage you to register before this date. We need to submit the order numbers to the caterer and we cannot add orders after that date. If you order after the 7th you will need to bring your own lunch.
Get Clock Hours and a swag bag - Your registration includes a swag bag from the Bill of Rights institute, and we’ll drop in 5 free clock hours.
$150 – Educators & $50 for Pre-Service Teachers
This is your chance to be at the forefront of civic education, ready to inspire and guide your students through the complexities of our democratic process. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your teaching and make a lasting impact.
Register now and be prepared to lead the conversation in your classroom!
Exhibitors: If your business or organization would like to be considered for an exhibitor space at our conference, we invite you to fill out our application form by clicking here.
Out of town guests: We have secured a discounted rate of $109 plus tax (Standard Single King) or $119 plus tax (Standard two Double beds) with complimentary parking at Hotel 116 in downtown Bellevue, less than 10 minutes from the conference location. Please use the following link to reserve your room using our discounted rate: http://coa.st/WSCSSCONFERENCE