Every January, several classes of fifth grade students from the Oklahoma City metro area will converge on the state capitol for celebrations of our American heritage and a focus on early American history. Co-sponsored by the Oklahoma State Department of Education and the Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence, this year's Colonial Day stands out as one of the most memorable due to a special visit by Patrick Henry (as portrayed by Colonial Williamsburg re-enactor) 

State Superintendent of Education Sandy Garrett and local re-enactor Benjamin Franklin.

Thomas Jefferson visits with colonial militiaman, 
Kelly Curtright, State Director of Social Studies, 
Oklahoma State Department of Education.

OCSS Receives SILVER STAR COUNCIL Award


Past President Brett Dickerson receives the Silver Star Award from NCSS President Jesus Garcia at the National Conference held in Baltimore.

NCSS is the largest association in the country devoted solely to social studies education, engaging and supporting educators in strengthening and advocating social studies. Members receive journals with timely information and lesson ideas immediately for use in the classroom. Back issues may be ordered by mail, fax or telephone. 
Use the order form: (http://www.ncss.org/publications/journals.shtml)