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NEW! Japanese Art and Literature: A Seminar for K-12 Teachers

July 30-August 3, 2012

University of Washington, Seattle

This seminar will be an experience in deep looking and close reading of key pieces of art and literature from Japan's Heian Period through the Medieval Era. Put primary sources at the heart of your teaching about Japanese culture and history, and experience art and literature in times of peace and war. Open to K-12 educators who have the opportunity to apply course content in their classes. Offered free of charge with funding from the Freeman Foundation. Housing and meals provided at a modest fee to a limited number of out-of-town participants. Priority deadline for applicants who would require housing is May 14, 2012.NEW YORK HISTORY BLOG

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National Council for the Social Studies is proud to introduce
Rho Kappa, the National Social Studies Honor Society. Rho Kappa provides national recognition and opportunities for exploration in the social studies.  Rho Kappa is the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of social studies. Any public or accredited private high school can apply for a local chapter, through which it may invite students to become a member of Rho Kappa based on academic achievement in social studies, and participation in community service. Learn more at http://rhokappa.socialstudies.org 

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Thank you to the Living History Education Foundation for their help with the 2012 NYSCSS/NYS4A ANNUAL CONFERENCE IN SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY
MARCH 23-24, 2012

Upcoming events

21 May 2012 • ALBANY, NY
18 Jun 2012 • ALBANY, NY
25 Jun 2012 8:00 AM • St. John Fisher College, Rochester, NY
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16 Jul 2012 • ALBANY, NY
30 Jul 2012 • APPS DUE 4/2/2012 http://americanart.si.edu/education/dev/cs/
16 Aug 2012 • Historic Fort Ticonderoga on Lake Champlain
10 Sep 2012 • ALBANY, NY
09 Oct 2012 • ALBANY, NY
05 Nov 2012 • ALBANY, NY
 
 
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