The North Carolina Council for the Social Studies Needs You!
At the 2026 NCCSS Conference, members of the North Carolina Council for the Social Studies will elect new members to the Executive Board to guide the work of NCCSS. We need extraordinary social studies educators like you to help lead this professional organization. The typical commitment is 4 to 5 Saturday virtual meetings per year, and board members are expected to purchase a membership for the National Council for Social Studies (approximately $75). The NCCSS will cover your NCCSS Conference registration fees if your school or organization is unable to do so. If you’ve ever thought about getting involved with our organization on the state level, here’s your chance!
What are the office responsibilities?
Board Member - 3-year commitment
Board Members work on committees (ie. Elections, Awards, Advocacy, Registration, etc) to help plan the annual conference we meet four times a year before the conference. Attending the conferences is required. As a Board Member, your role is to carry out the NCCSS Mission policy and advocate for Social Studies education. You must maintain membership to the NCCSS and NCSS (National Council for the Social Studies).
Secretary - 2-year commitment
The Secretary is responsible for keeping accurate minutes for the NCCSS. The Secretary is the Chair of the Communications Committee and responsible for all communications with the membership. The Secretary also has voting power and is a vital part of the planning of the annual conference. You must maintain membership to the NCCSS and to NCSS (National Council for the Social Studies).
What are the requirements to hold office?
1. Be a member of both NCCSS and NCSS and maintain membership throughout the term of office.
2. Attend the NCCSS state conference; candidates must be present to be confirmed.
Service on the NCCSS Executive Board is rewarding, challenging, stimulating, and on occasion, a lot of fun. Please indicate your interest by filling out the form below. If you encounter any problems with the Google form or have questions, please email Kelly Dunbar at kellygdunbarnccss@gmail.com for assistance.
Thank you for answering the call to serve. Now is your opportunity to run for the NCCSS Executive Board.
Deadline for apply is 11:59pm, December 1st, 2025.
