The MDCSS is dedicated to supporting social studies education in all of its forms in order to promote an educational experience for young people that encourages cultural understanding and a fundamental respect for human dignity, while preparing students for success in the 21st century.


  • To promote and support social studies education in Maryland and the United States
  • To build a community of social studies educators in the state of Maryland
  • To advance cultural understanding through social studies instruction that teaches respect for human differences and an appreciation of diversity.
  • To provide high quality professional development and instructional resources for Maryland social studies teachers.
  • To recognize excellent social studies teachers and programs at the elementary, middle, and high school levels.