A culturally competent curriculum is one that includes the stories and histories of all peoples, and including the perspectives of Indigenous People is an important step in ensuring our social science curriculum is inclusive, critical, and recognizes the history and contributions of all peoples in the United States.

In support of our collective commitment to culturally responsive social science, we’ve curated professional readings and resources for educator’s continuous learning to be used in teams or individual learning. Also, you’ll find many enriching lessons and activities to observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day, to honor Indigenous Peoples Month (November), and to bring a broader understanding to the perspectives, contributions, and lived experiences of Indigenous People, American history, and environmental activism to your classroom.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day Resources

In this curated list of events you will find opportunities for both youth and educators to learn, grow, take action, and experience joy. 

Building community and exploring identity are critically important to the new social science. Digital community is included as we grow increasingly influenced and connected virtually. Use this campaign to elevate students and educators' voices on the importance of Indigenous history and voices.

Indigenous Peoples' Day reminds us to prioritize Indigenous voices and elevate multiple perspectives. Participate in our StoryCorps Initiative to examine who we are and recognize our own cultural beliefs and values, and those of others.

Attention Educators! Are you passionate about culturally responsive social science? Do you innovate in civic learning practices like discussion of controversial issues or community-based learning? Come join our team!

Email Isil Cinar at icinar1@cps.edu with questions.