Austin ISD Social Studies News
Vol. 20, January 2017
New Year, New Opportunities!
Austin, TX Teacher Opportunities
Hemispheres Workshop
Acapulco-Manila:
The Galleon, Asia, and Latin America, 1565–1815
When: Saturday, January 28, 2017, 1:15 PM – 5:15 PM
Where: LLILAS Benson Latin American Studies and Collections
Join us for a teachers’ workshop where we explore this exhibition while examining Pacific trade during the colonial period and the ties between Latin America and Asia. While drawing upon primary resources displayed in the exhibition, professors and graduate students from UT’s Department of History will talk about the role of the Acapulco – Manila Galleon in Pacific trade, silver and silk in the Spanish Empire, and British trade and imperialism in Asia.
Designed for social studies educators at the middle and high school level. Teachers may receive four professional development hours (CPE). RSVP required.
For more information, contact Lindsey Engelman at 512.232.2404.
LBJ Library Evening Workshop
With Liberty and Justice for All: Past and Present Views
When: Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017, 5-8 p.m.
Where: LBJ Presidential Library & The Contemporary Austin Jones Center
Please join us for a dynamic evening at the LBJ Presidential Library and The Contemporary Austin. We’ll look back into the past and contemplate the future of civil rights and social justice and explore the connections between history and contemporary art by examining the legacy of President Johnson and visiting The Contemporary Austin's rooftop sculpture, With Liberty and Justice for All (A Work in Progress), by artist Jim Hodges.
Be the first to learn about our dual-site tour program investigating social justice and civil rights and how to schedule single or dual tour experiences at one or both locations.
The workshop is for current classroom teachers only and it is free to attend. Refreshments will be served. All participating teachers will receive lesson plans and field trip cost reimbursements. Complimentary parking will be available at the LBJ Presidential Library with a shuttle to and from The Contemporary Austin’s Jones Center (700 Congress Ave).
Register Online: https://fs23.formsite.com/lbjlib/form34/index.html?1483462810603
Itinerary
5 p.m. - Reception at LBJ Library
5:30 p.m. - LBJ Library Program
6:30 p.m. - Bus to The Contemporary Austin Jones Center
7 p.m. - The Contemporary Austin Program
8 p.m. - Bus back to LBJ Library
For more information or questions, please contact the LBJ Library Education Department at education@lbjlibrary.net.
DBQ Project Workshop
Democratizing the DBQ:
Helping ALL Students to Read, Think and Write about History and Literature
When: Saturday, February 11, 2017, 9:00am to 3:00pm
Where: Region 13 ESC Austin, Texas
Workshop Fee: $50.00 (AISD Social Studies will cover the fee if you are interested in attending)
Lunch will be provided.
For over a decade, The DBQ Project has promoted rigorous reading, writing and historical inquiry instruction for all students, not just those in advanced classes. Come discover ways to differentiate document analysis and argumentative writing through a document-based question (DBQ). This workshop will be interactive and participants will receive a sample unit from The DBQ Project materials. History/Social Studies and ELA/R teachers, administrators and instructional coaches of grades 4-12 are encouraged to attend.
If you are interested in attending this workshop, please email Judy Miller at judy.miller@austinisd.org and ask her to register you.
Bullock Museum Workshop
Purchased Lives: The American Slave Trade from 1808 to 1865
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP FOR TEACHERS
When: Saturday February 11, 2017 8:30am - 4:30pm
Where: Bob Bullock Museum
Held in conjunction with the opening of Purchased Lives: The American Slave Trade from 1808 to 1865 this FREE workshop provides an opportunity for teachers to explore the special exhibition and discover content and educational resources from The Historic New Orleans Collection.
To secure your spot at this workshop, email your RSVP to Education@TheStoryofTexas.com.
Student Opportunities
E2 Summit for Young Women - Nominate one of your students Today!
Be a Mentor: E2 Summit for Young Women
February 25, 2017 at the Capital Factory in downtown Austin
This February, JA and EY launch the inaugural E2 - Entrepreneurship and Empowerment Summit for Young Women, a day-long event for young women in grades 10-12 to learn fundamentals of entrepreneurship and career success.
Participants will practice networking, prepare a resume and learn startup skills through JA It's My Business, culminating in a product-pitch competition.
After the E2 Summit, the young women can continue to grow with mentoring, financial workshops, and even running a start-up through the JA Company Program.
To nominate a young woman, please contact the JA office at 512.710.5437 or kristin@jacentex.org.
THGC Student Video Contest
Please click on the link to the flyer to see the complete prompt, details, and guidelines. All submissions must be accompanied by completed applications, parental permission forms, and honesty clause forms. Students are welcome to work individually or in groups, and winners will receive scholarship awards. Teachers of Gold Key winners will receive $100 for class supplies. The contest results will be announced in April 2017, to commemorate Genocide Awareness and Prevention Month.
Contact Cheyanne Perkins, THGC Program Specialist, with any questions you may have. She may be reached at (512) 463-5674 or cheyanne.perkins@thgc.texas.gov.
Have you tried these out yet?
Google Arts and Culture
Explore collections from around the world with Google Arts & Culture, created by the Google Cultural Institute. Includes Art Movements, Historical Figures, and Historical Events.
JA High School Programs
Esri Story Maps
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