Every third Thursday of the month, the Virginia Council for Social Studies hosts a virtual* meeting called "Scholars' Hour" in which teachers from around the state can gather to discuss social studies content, strategies, and technology.

This month, our topic is teaching social and emotional skills to students in 2021.

2020 brought many unexpected challenges for teachers and students alike. As we enter 2021, VCSS invites you to explore strategies that help teachers and students manage stress and practice mindfulness. Join our panel of experts as they discuss how to help students cope with anxiety and develop organizational skills, respond to traumatic news/events in the classroom, and find joy in difficult times.

Panelists for January

Dr. Patrick Tolan, Director of the Compassion Schools Project & Director Emeritus of Youth-Nex at UVA

Ashley Bullock, Chesapeake County Schools & Doctoral Student at UVA Curry School of Education

Carol Peyton, 3rd Grade Teacher, Fairfax County Public Schools