History for All

Elementary Social Studies and Structured Literacy for Kansas Teachers

 

Kansas elementary teachers: you are invited to apply for a unique (PAID) opportunity to learn alongside colleagues in your region of the state!

Cohorts of teachers (grades 3-5) in West, Central, and East Kansas will learn from historians, fellow elementary teachers, and nationally respected education leaders, building skills and confidence in teaching elementary social studies and structured literacy.

Applicants must attend both in-person events in their region, in October and January (dates and locations below). Payment of stipend is dependent on full participation. Contact Jessica Ellison, NCHE Executive Director, with questions.

Applications for the 2025-2026 school year are closed.

Offered through a collaboration of the Kansas State Department of Education and the National Council for History Education.

Kansas Teachers on the Impact of “History For All”

We’re proud to celebrate the Kansas teachers who bring history to life in their classrooms, and we’re honored to be a part of their journey.

Just for Kansas Teachers of Grades 3-5
This yearlong cohort will provide multiple forms of in-person and online learning, including individualized support from KSDE and NCHE, to help build confidence in teaching history and social studies.

In-person PD

Learn content and pedagogy from history scholars and fellow teachers.

Dates and Locations:

Oct. 8: Fort Scott
Oct. 9: Wichita
Oct. 10: Scott City

Jan. 27: Topeka
Jan. 28: Salina
Jan. 29: Colby

Benefits

15+ hours of professional learning

$500 stipend upon program completion

Mileage stipend to attend workshops

Attend NCHE conference in Montgomery, Alabama, March 26-28 (registration and travel stipend)

Build a community of fellow teachers!

Build a Community of Practice

Learn alongside Kansas elementary teachers in your region, swap ideas and strategies, and create communities of support. Create a teaching strategy to share with colleagues in your school or district!