Events
Upcoming events for educators: trainings, conferences and meetings related to Virginia civics, history, and social studies.
Virginia Social Studies Leadership Consortium Spring Meeting
Mar 14: Richmond
VSSLC meetings bring together educators, policymakers, and advocates to discuss best practices, curriculum updates, and policy developments in social studies education. It's a platform for collaboration, resource sharing, and strategic planning to enhance civic learning and history instruction across Virginia schools.
American Historical Association (AHA) Virginia Conference on Introductory History Courses
Mar 28-29: Richmond
This two-day, statewide conference facilitates conversations among people who teach introductory history courses, whether in high schools, community colleges, or four-year universities.
Virginia Council for the Social Studies Summit: The Future of Social Studies
Apr 4: Richmond
The Virginia Social Studies Leadership Consortium brings together educators, policymakers, and advocates to discuss best practices, curriculum updates, and policy developments in social studies education.
Virginia Youth in Government Association Model General Assembly
Apr 6-8: Richmond
A student-led simulation of the legislative process where high school students take on roles as state lawmakers, lobbyists, and press corps members. Participants draft, debate, and vote on bills in a setting that mirrors the Virginia General Assembly, gaining hands-on experience in civic engagement and policymaking.
Beyond the Ballot Box: Fostering Civic Health with Civics Navigator
Apr 30: Virtual
Join Erin Hill, VPAP's Civics Education Program Director, for this webinar showcasing free Virginia government and politics resources. Valuable for educators (grades 6-12), higher education faculty, administrators, and anyone interested in enhancing civics education. Recording and materials provided to all registrants.
Home Educators Association of Virginia (HEAV) Conference
Jun 5-7: Richmond
Don't see what you're looking for? We host Professional Development sessions around Virginia throughout the school year — free of charge.