*Please fill out this intake form to begin the PLO scheduling process.
Note: Submit requests at least 4 weeks in advance of the anticipated delivery date. 

Middle-Level Social Studies/Civics

1. The Palmetto Civics Project
Discover how the Palmetto Civics Project is equipping educators across our state with standards-aligned resources that connect students to the people, places, and principles that have helped shape our nation.  This session will showcase innovative instructional materials, hands-on learning opportunities, and place-based experiences to help make civic learning meaningful, relevant, and inspiring.
Subjects/Grade Levels: Middle Level and Secondary Social Studies Teachers, Middle-Level ELA Teachers, and Instructional Coaches
Session offerings: 60 minutes, October – January
Format: Face-to-Face; Virtual

Secondary Social Studies

1. Helping Students Think, Question, and Reason
Helping students to analyze history requires more than simply teaching content. This session explores practical strategies that encourage students to ask questions, analyze evidence, discuss different perspectives, and draw informed conclusions about the past. Teachers will leave with classroom-ready resources and activities that fit naturally into the curriculum they already teach.
Subjects/Grade Levels: Secondary Social Studies Teachers, Instructional Coaches
Session offerings: 3 hours, October – January
Format: Face-to-Face; Virtual

2. Helping Students Make Sense of Historical Texts
Historical reading can be challenging for many students. This session focuses on practical strategies that help students read, discuss, and analyze historical sources with greater confidence and understanding. Participants will explore classroom-ready tools and routines that support comprehension while helping students engage more deeply with history.
Subjects/Grade Levels: Secondary Social Studies Teachers, Instructional Coaches
Session offerings: 3 hours, October – January
Format: Face-to-Face; Virtual

Social Studies Assessment

If you are requesting school or district-specific professional development about Social Studies Assessment, please submit requests at least 4 weeks in advance of the anticipated delivery date to Shelley Britt at ssbritt@ed.sc.gov.

1. The USHC EOCEP Assessment Structure
Session Description: This session explores ways to view and use summative assessment data and provides an overview of the EOCEP test development process. Participants will review USHC EOCEP assessment resources, including the test blueprint, data review report, and sample item types, and use self-assessment tools to reflect on their learning.
Audience: USHC Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Administrators, Social Studies Specialists
Presentation Format: Face-to-Face; Virtual
Time: 1-1.5 hours
Contact: Shelley Britt at ssbritt@ed.sc.gov

2. Aligning Assessments with the USHC Standards
Session Description: This session provides strategies to help further align classroom assessments to meet the expectations of the U.S. History and Constitution course standards. Participants will unpack and evaluate questions using the USHC EOCEP Performance Level Descriptors and leave empowered with tools to successfully revise their assessments.
Audience: USHC Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Administrators, Social Studies Specialists
Presentation Format: Face-to-Face
Time: 2 hours
Contact: Shelley Britt at ssbritt@ed.sc.gov