CFR Education at NCSS 2025

Are you interested in learning more about teaching global affairs in new and exciting ways at the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) Annual Conference 2025 in Washington, D.C.? Explore three opportunities with CFR Education at the conference:

• Why Global Literacy is Crucial for the Future of American Democracy (12/5, 1:50-2:45 p.m. in Ballroom B)
• Wake up! Engage Your Classroom with U.S. and World History Simulations (12/6, 2:50-3:45 p.m. in Room 203A)
• Visit booth #320 and meet Education staff from the Council on Foreign Relations.

Learn more about the sessions below.

Why Global Literacy is Crucial for the Future of American Democracy

America's future is increasingly shaped by our interconnected world. To thrive as informed and active citizens, students must cultivate global knowledge, skills, and perspective. Join Richard Haass, President Emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations, diplomat, educator, and author, for a fireside chat on global education and strengthening America's democracy.

Speakers
Richard N. Haass, President Emeritus, Council on Foreign Relations
Caroline Netchvolodoff, Vice President of Education, Council on Foreign Relations

Date, Time, & Location
Friday, December 5
1:50-2:45 p.m.
Room: Ballroom B

Wake up!: Enliven Your Classroom with U.S. and World History Simulations

Do you struggle to keep students engaged, build critical thinking skills, and foster productive dialogue about global issues? Join this session to explore a curated set of free simulations—complete with aligned primary sources—that can bring your classroom to life and supplement your U.S. and world history curricula all year long.

Speakers
Charlie Hopkins, Managing Director, Teaching & Learning, Council on Foreign Relations
Nathan McAlister, Humanities Program Manager, Kansas State Department of Education
Samantha Phelps, Social Studies Teacher, Marshall High School, VA
Alison Walters, Social Studies/History Teacher & Department Head, Frontier Regional School, MA

Date, Time, & Location
Saturday, December 6
2:50-3:45 p.m.
Room: 203A