WCSS 25: Full Schedule

Welcome to WCSS 25 - MAKING SOCIAL STUDIES MATTER! We are excited to host a powerful two day conference in our state capital, sharing countless ideas and methods to continue making social studies relevant to our students. Get ready to learn, grow, and have some fun in the process!

3:00pm CDT

Psychology in Real Life

Friday March 14, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT

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Dive into projects that get students to apply theory to their own lives. Projects presented have been used successfully with students for over a decade and align with APA standards. At the end of the session, attendees will have access to the projects, including rubrics, that are easy to insert into the curriculum. Attendees will also begin crafting their own projects aligned with APA standards.

Speakers

Jeanne Schierstedt

Educator, Racine Unified School District

I've been teaching since 2000 and over the years I have taught LOT of subjects in high school social studies. My current courses are American government, psychology, and Native American history. I've also been teaching a dual credit class through the PACC program since the program... Read More →

Friday March 14, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
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General Social Studies, High School 9-12

Host Organization J.I. Case High School/RUSD
Company Engaging Pedagogy, Successful Assessment
Audience 60 minute General Presentation

9:15am CDT

Student Centered Power for Student Centered Success

Saturday March 15, 2025 9:15am - 11:15am CDT

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Speakers

Michael Matera

EMC2 Learning

Saturday March 15, 2025 9:15am - 11:15am CDT
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Professional Development, All Social Studies Educators

Host Organization Bill of Rights Institute
Company Successful Assessment, Learning Through Inquiry
Audience 2 Hour Hands-On Workshop

2:30pm CDT

Use AI Now!

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

SENATE B

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Embrace AI and learn simple ways to use this powerful technology in your classroom now. This interactive session will demonstrate introductory ways you can use AI to create unique lessons, modify resources for special education students, and strategies to save you time. The time to use AI is NOW!!

Speakers

Dan Hoppe

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
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General Pedagogy, High School 9-12

Host Organization Bay Port High School, Howard-Suamico School District, Green Bay, WI
Company Engaging Pedagogy, Successful Assessment
Audience 60 minute General Presentation