The newly adopted California History-Social Science Framework provides instructional guidelines focused on content, literacy, inquiry, and citizenship. This website provides a number of professional development opportunities and resources to assist K-12 teachers with implementing the Framework in preparing all students to be informed, responsible, and engaged citizens in our democratic society.
California Democracy School
Ethnic Studies
C3 Framework
History Day LA
FAIR Act
State Seal of Civic Engagement
Upcoming Professional Learning Series
- Recognize the Stages: Shape the Future
- September 2026
- October 2026
- November 2026
- December 2026
- January 2027
- February 2027
- March 2027
- May 2027
Recognize the Stages: Shape the Future
Exploring Stages of Genocide to Foster Student Agency and Strengthen School Communities
LACOE, The Teachers Collaborative for Holocaust and Genocide Education and the California Department of Education invite educators to explore how division, rhetoric, and patterns of exclusion can escalate into some of history’s greatest human tragedies. Through immersive learning experiences at local museums and cultural centers, engaging discussions, and virtual case studies, participants will examine the Ten Stages of Genocide across multiple historical and contemporary contexts. Participants will also explore the power of education to foster empathy, critical thinking and civic engagement. Educators will be encouraged to apply these learnings to recognize patterns of exclusion, dehumanization and bias within their own school communities and identify opportunities to promote positive change, belonging and student empowerment.
Save the date and watch for registration details to join this timely and thought-provoking learning experience.
Hybrid Series:
- 6 In-Person Sessions
- 4 Virtual Sessions
Credit Opportunity
- Participants have the opportunity to purchase continuing education credits
Price: $200
For more information visit our Series Guide Booklet
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History-Social Science Office Hours
We invite you to join the redesigned History - Social Science Network Meetings, now office hours!
Learn how you can leverage student voice and engagement to impact learning outcomes! Get your burning questions answered and learn how you can receive technical assistance from our team!
Dates:
September 9, 2026
3:45 - 3:30 p.m.
Increasing Student Engagement and Achievement through Civic Education
Equip yourself with the tools and strategies for all K-12 students to address controversial issues as responsible, civic-minded citizens, dedicated to strengthening our democracy. Analyze the research-based connection between civic engagement and improved academic outcomes. Learn to use student voice and agency can enhance motivation, critical thinking and achievement. Plan a civic learning project or unit that fits your students’ needs. Teach students see themselves as leaders and problem solvers
Date:
October 7 and 8, 2026
8:30 a.m - 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Los Angeles County Office of Education
9300 Imperial Hwy.
Downey, CA 90242
EC-281
Cost:
$125.00
History-Social Science Office Hours
We invite you to join the redesigned History - Social Science Network Meetings, now office hours!
Learn how you can leverage student voice and engagement to impact learning outcomes! Get your burning questions answered and learn how you can receive technical assistance from our team!
Dates:
October 13, 2026
3:45 - 3:30 p.m.
AI in the History Classroom
As AI tools like ChatGPT become more accessible in classrooms, educators face the challenge of integrating them in ways that enhance learning without encouraging shortcuts. This two - day professional development session equips teachers with strategies to model and teach effective prompting techniques while fostering critical thinking and academic integrity. Participants will explore practical classroom applications, discuss real world examples. Learn how to guide students in using AI responsibly as a tool for exploration,
Dates:
October 21 and 22, 2026
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Los Angeles County Office of Education
12800 Ardis Ave., Downey, CA 90242
Training Room: ECW 604
Cost:
$175.00
Teaching for Civic Engagment Network 26-27
Join our Civic Education Network Series, a collaborative professional learning network designed for secondary educators who are committed to strengthening civic learning and student engagement. Meeting bi-monthly, this community provides a space for teachers to share successes, discuss challenges, exchange classroom resources, and explore effective practices for teaching civics in today's complex world. Participants will engage in meaningful conversations around civic inquiry, media literacy, civil discourse, student voice, and action-oriented civic learning while building connections with colleagues across schools and districts. Whether you are new to civic education or an experienced practitioner, this collaborative space offers opportunities to learn, reflect, and grow alongside fellow educators dedicated to preparing informed and engaged citizens.
Date:
October 28, 2026
3:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Lateral Reading and Digital Literacy
Join us as we welcome the Digital Inquiry Group for a two-day professional learning experience designed to help educators prepare students to navigate today's complex digital information landscape. Participants will explore research-based strategies for teaching civic reasoning, evaluating online sources, identifying misinformation and applying lateral reading practices. On the second day, educators will apply these strategies by designing and adapting lessons that integrate digital literacy and civic reasoning into everyday instruction across content areas.
Date:
November 17, 2026
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Los Angeles County Office of Education
12830 Columbia Way
Downey, CA 90242
Cost:
$75.00
Digital Citizenship and Civics
Educators will explore strategies for creating classroom environments that support safe, responsible, and meaningful engagement in digital spaces. Participants will learn how to establish appropriate instructional boundaries while teaching students to critically evaluate online information, identify credible sources, recognize misinformation and bias, and engage respectfully with diverse perspectives.
Date:
November 18, 2026
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Los Angeles County Office of Education
12830 Columbia Way
Downey, CA 90242
Cost:
$75.00
Cambodian American Studies Info/Feedback Session
This professional learning opportunity is designed to provide educators with a deep understanding of the Cambodian American Studies Model Curriculum while building their capacity to implement it effectively in their classrooms. Participants will explore best practices for instruction and curriculum implementation, examine strategies for adapting lessons to reflect the unique demographics and needs of their local communities, and collaborate with colleagues to develop standards aligned lesson plans and implementation plans that support meaningful, culturally responsive instruction.
Date:
December 1, 2026
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Los Angeles County Office of Education
9300 Imperial Hwy., Downey Ca 90242
Training Room: EC 281
Cost:
$75.00
History-Social Science Office Hours
We invite you to join the redesigned History - Social Science Network Meetings, now office hours!
Learn how you can leverage student voice and engagement to impact learning outcomes! Get your burning questions answered and learn how you can receive technical assistance from our team!
Dates:
January 12, 2027
3:45 - 3:30 p.m.
Teaching for Civic Engagment Network 26-27
Join our Civic Education Network Series, a collaborative professional learning network designed for secondary educators who are committed to strengthening civic learning and student engagement. Meeting bi-monthly, this community provides a space for teachers to share successes, discuss challenges, exchange classroom resources, and explore effective practices for teaching civics in today's complex world. Participants will engage in meaningful conversations around civic inquiry, media literacy, civil discourse, student voice, and action-oriented civic learning while building connections with colleagues across schools and districts. Whether you are new to civic education or an experienced practitioner, this collaborative space offers opportunities to learn, reflect, and grow alongside fellow educators dedicated to preparing informed and engaged citizens.
Date:
January 27, 2027
3:45 - 4:45 p.m.
AI in the History Classroom: 2.0
Building on the foundational concepts this advanced session is designed for educators ready to deepen their classroom implementation of AI. Participants will refine their use of effective prompting strategies, design AI enhanced lessons, and assessments, and explore instructional approaches that promote higher order thinking, creativity, and authentic student learning. The session will examine practical strategies for setting clear expectations for responsible AI use, developing classroom policies that support academic integrity, and teaching students when and when not to use AI as part of the learning process. Through collaboration and lesson design, educators will create classroom-ready resources that leverage AI as a tool to enhance inquiry, feedback, and differentiation while ensuring students remain active thinkers, problem solvers, and creators.
Dates:
January 22, 2027
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Los Angeles County Office of Education
12800 Ardis Ave., Downey, CA 90242
Training Room: ECW 606A
Cost:
$100.00
History-Social Science Office Hours
We invite you to join the redesigned History - Social Science Network Meetings, now office hours!
Learn how you can leverage student voice and engagement to impact learning outcomes! Get your burning questions answered and learn how you can receive technical assistance from our team!
Dates:
February 18, 2027
3:45 - 3:30 p.m.
Become a Volunteer Judge for History Day LA
History Day L.A. encourages students to prepare posters, exhibits, papers, web sites, performances, and documentary presentations on a historical theme. Winners from all categories are invited to compete at the state level; state winners proceed to compete at the National History Day Contest. Judges play a vital role in this process.
As a judge, we guarantee that the experience will be extremely rewarding. The enthusiasm of the students is infectious; and their knowledge, remarkable. A deep knowledge of history is not required; the students will teach you!
WE provide the training, YOU provide the interest, the students of Los Angeles County reap the benefits of your time and careful attention in an arena where the student is the expert! A judges orientation is also provided.
Date:
March 6, 2027
8 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
History-Social Science Office Hours
We invite you to join the redesigned History - Social Science Network Meetings, now office hours!
Learn how you can leverage student voice and engagement to impact learning outcomes! Get your burning questions answered and learn how you can receive technical assistance from our team!
Dates:
March 16, 2026
3:45 - 3:30 p.m.
Teaching for Civic Engagment Network 26-27
Join our Civic Education Network Series, a collaborative professional learning network designed for secondary educators who are committed to strengthening civic learning and student engagement. Meeting bi-monthly, this community provides a space for teachers to share successes, discuss challenges, exchange classroom resources, and explore effective practices for teaching civics in today's complex world. Participants will engage in meaningful conversations around civic inquiry, media literacy, civil discourse, student voice, and action-oriented civic learning while building connections with colleagues across schools and districts. Whether you are new to civic education or an experienced practitioner, this collaborative space offers opportunities to learn, reflect, and grow alongside fellow educators dedicated to preparing informed and engaged citizens.
Date:
March 17, 2027
3:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Teaching for Civic Engagment Network 26-27
Join our Civic Education Network Series, a collaborative professional learning network designed for secondary educators who are committed to strengthening civic learning and student engagement. Meeting bi-monthly, this community provides a space for teachers to share successes, discuss challenges, exchange classroom resources, and explore effective practices for teaching civics in today's complex world. Participants will engage in meaningful conversations around civic inquiry, media literacy, civil discourse, student voice, and action-oriented civic learning while building connections with colleagues across schools and districts. Whether you are new to civic education or an experienced practitioner, this collaborative space offers opportunities to learn, reflect, and grow alongside fellow educators dedicated to preparing informed and engaged citizens.
Date:
May 26, 2027
3:45 - 4:45 p.m.
