NEW YORK AT 250: USING THE NYS LIBRARY RESOURCE GUIDE IN THE SCHOOLS – Theme 3 – Power of Place – 3-Hour VIRTUAL Session facilitated by Dana Brown – 8:30-11:30am

How exciting! The 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence – the formal founding document of the United States which led to the American Revolution, is on July 4, 2026! New York State will formally commemorate the 250 or the Semiquincentennial, through the year 2033. The NYS Library Resource Guide is chock full of resources to help us impact our curriculum and bring this living history to our students. Join Dana Brown, former Social Studies, ELA & School Library Director, in this series to delve into these resources across the curriculum by theme. NEW YORK AT 250: THEME 3 – POWER OF PLACE In this session, we will structure a walking tour to see historic markers, statues, gallerys and museums in our areas, as well as engage in virtual tours, utilize PBS’ Map It, learn more about Make Your Own Marker, and delve into Give Backs to work towards common goals to build community, address social issues, promote social cohesion and allow students to see impacts of their efforts as part of positive change. Target Audience: Grs. 4-12 Social Studies Teachers; Librarians; Grs. 4-12 Social Workers, Psychologists and Guidance Counselors.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PQLCiWQMyhE-3blBE-tXn7Y76oNN4MOP/view?usp=sharing
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5443803