This webinar reframes social studies as a critical driver of student success, not a “nice-to-have” subject. District leaders examine how social studies builds background knowledge, supports literacy growth, and strengthens civic understanding across grade levels.

The session highlights how intentional investment in social studies content can improve outcomes while supporting broader instructional goals.

What You’ll Learn

• How social studies builds background knowledge that supports literacy across content areas.
• Why content-rich instruction drives comprehension and long-term learning.
• Ways social studies supports civic engagement and student voice.
• Strategies for elevating social studies without sacrificing instructional time.

Key Themes Discussed

• Background knowledge as a foundation for reading comprehension.
• Interdisciplinary literacy growth through content-area instruction.
• Student engagement and civic identity through relevant topics.
• Instructional balance across tested and non-tested subjects.

Who Should Watch This Webinar?

This webinar is designed for:

• District and school administrators.
• Curriculum and instructional leaders.
• Social studies and literacy coordinators.
• Leaders overseeing instructional priorities.