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Social Studies

The mission of the Fort Worth ISD Social Studies Department is to empower all students to become participating citizens with knowledge, skills and attitudes enabling them to make informed decisions in a culturally diverse and interdependent world.


Recent News

>> Super Saturday - February 13, 2010 is canceled. 

>> FWISD celebrates Black History

Black History Month, also known as African American History Month, is celebrated each February in the United States.  The web links below provide an array of resources recognizing the contributions of African-Americans.

  • Biography.com - investigate notable icons, fast facts, interactive timelines and much more
  • History.com - discover a wealth of primary sources
  • Smithsonian Education - participate in the African American Cultural Heritage Tour 
  • EducationWorld - activities for the classroom and home
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    Department Staff

     Angela Whitaker, Social Studies Director
     Marilyn Wooldridge, Social Studies Teacher Specialist
     John Fernandez, Social Studies Teacher Specialist
     Mishelle Hall, INSIGHT Coordinator
     Kris McIntosh, PEAK Specialist
     Carolyne Creel, Executive Director, Literacy & Humanities

     

     

     News

    Project INSIGHT

     

    Investigation of Nation-Shaping Individuals Grant for History Teachers

    >>Super Saturday
    February 13, 2010 - Canceled
    March 27, 2010
     
    >>Historian Lecture
    May 6, 2010 

    Billy W. Sill Lecture Series, 2009-2010

    Download the flyer and calendar.


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