MSCSS Awards

MSCSS Awards: NOMINATIONS BEING ACCEPTED THROUGH DECEMBER 23, 2023

Nominees for awards from the Middle States Council for the Social Studies should live, work, or
contribute directly to social studies education in the Middle States region (i.e., DC, DE, MD, NJ,
NY, PA).

The following awards are given annually:

Daniel Roselle Award:
This award is presented to the keynote speaker at the Middle States Council annual conference
in recognition for significant contributions to the field of social studies. The award is named for
Daniel Roselle, former editor of Social Education, the quarterly publication of the National
Council for the Social Studies.

Collins-Skinner Elementary Award:
This award is presented to an outstanding elementary teacher who emphasizes social studies
instruction in the classroom. This award is named for two past members of the Middle States
Council, including Past President Leonard Skinner (1963-1964).

Cohen-Jordan Secondary Award:
This award is presented to an outstanding secondary social studies teacher who sets high
standards for social studies instruction in a middle or high school classroom. This award is
named for two past presidents of the Middle States Council, Bernard Cohen (1996-1998) and
Sister Ann Jordan (1992-1994).

Harry J. Carman Award:
This award is presented to an outstanding college professor who supports social studies
through effective research, teaching, integrity, service, and professional excellence. This award
is named for Dr. Harry J. Carman (1884-1964), a former dean of Columbia University and Past
President of MSCSS (1927-1928) in recognition of his persistent fight for high standards in
every academic area and his personal example of integrity and service.

Bernice Samalonis Award:
This award is presented to an outstanding pre-service or first year social studies teacher
attending a college or university or teaching in the Middle States region. The award is named for
past president of the Middle States Council, Bernice Samalonis (1986-1987) who passed away
in 1987 during her term in office.

Distinguished Service Award:
This certificate is presented to a school, district, institution, community member, or organization
who has promoted innovative ideas to support more effective social studies education.

The following awards are given biennially:

Honor Award: (Even Year)
This award is presented to members of the Middle States Council for the Social Studies Board
of Directors who have served with dedication and given unstintingly of themselves to the
furtherance of the Council’s objectives and goals.

Social Justice Award: (Even Year)
This award is presented to a teacher or program who demonstrate leadership in advocating for
all students through equity and inclusion.

Teacher to Teacher Award: (Odd Year)
This award is presented to a teacher who has developed creative classroom experiences for
students and shared their innovative ideas with colleagues to expand their impact. The award
was created in 1986 to encourage teachers to share their best ideas with colleagues.

Outstanding Communication in Social Studies Award: (Odd Year)
This certificate is presented to an individual or organization that shares communication with
social studies educators that supports innovative teaching methods and advances in the field.
Communication could take various forms (e.g., newsletter, websites, social media, blogs,
publications).

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