Retro Report

Exciting News! Our 2025 Teacher Advisor Applications are now LIVE! This year, candidates can apply to three different groups, which will help us respond to the needs of educators and students nationwide. We are looking for Middle School and High School teachers in rural, urban and suburban areas, working in public, private or charter schools. We are mostly interested in educators currently teaching Social Studies, ELA/English, Science, Special Education and Health. Learn more about each of the advisor groups, and how to apply, here: https://lnkd.in/eBu36s4V

#Teachers, are you heading to #NCSS2024 this week in Boston? Be sure to visit Retro Report at Booth 409 in the Exhibit Hall for some free swag, or attend one of our sessions below! Reply to this post and let us know if you plan on dropping by. ? Vital Issues Panel – Citizen Nation: The Power of Civic Education Friday, Nov. 22, 10:50-11:45 a.m., Room 210 ? Session: Citizen Nation - Civics Resources for Dialogue and Inquiry Friday, Nov. 22, 1:55-2:50 p.m., Room 209 ? Session: Storytelling and the First Amendment Friday, Nov. 22, 3:00-3:55 p.m., Room 102 ? Session: Indigenous Narratives - Examining Contemporary Histories: Saturday, Nov. 23, 4:35-5:00 p.m., Room 310 #edchat

Are you attending #NCTE this week in Boston? Connect with Retro Report by dropping by our booth (#508 in the Exhibit Hall) or attending one of our sessions: ?? Session: Native American Boarding Schools Thursday, Nov. 21, 3:15 PM-3:45 p.m., Eastern Room 156 C ?? Session: SCOTUS Stories Saturday, Nov. 23, 11-11:30 a.m., Eastern Room 157A ?? Panel Discussion: Saving Journalism Through Education Saturday Nov. 23, 2:45-4 p.m., Eastern Room 203 ?? Session: Teaching Argumentation Through Media Sunday Nov. 24, 8:15-8:45 a.m., Eastern Room 206A Will we see you there? Let us know by replying to this post! #edchat

LAST CHANCE TO RSVP: Join Retro Report TONIGHT and TOMORROW for a webinar on Contemporary Indigenous Histories. Receive a $75 stipend to learn from an Indigenous History scholar, preview engaging short films and explore ready-to-use resources. RSVP: bit.ly/RR-Indigenous

NEW LESSON PLAN: #Teachers, register on our website to access new resources for #VeteransDay. This new lesson and student activity examines the commitment that the United States government has made to its wounded soldiers. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ebs6p_rv

Updated Video: #Teachers, are you looking for resources to use with your students after the #election? To help students understand how voting blocs and party affiliations change over time, we’ve updated our film about the 1966 midterm elections to provide historical context: https://lnkd.in/eMpZGsFn

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??? #Teachers, host a #CitizenNation watch party at your school to introduce students to key civics concepts. Watch the series, and access related resources, on our website today: https://lnkd.in/eMftB62M

Let's hear it one more time for the winners of our #CivicEngagementChallenge. Check out all the winning essays and videos on our website.

We are thrilled to announce the eleven winners of Retro Report’s inaugural #CivicEngagementChallenge! These students went above and beyond when it came to highlighting local issues in their communities; their passion, creative storytelling skills and strong examples of civic engagement impressed the judges. Meet the winners here: https://lnkd.in/eSBp6C52