About SSCE
The Department of Social Science and Civic Engagement (SSCE) fosters learning experiences that build the skills, knowledge, and habits necessary for students to effectively contribute to, participate in, and impact the social, political, economic, and environmental life of their communities and world.
Meet The Team
What We Do
SSCE oversees curriculum, training, resources, partnerships, and events that promote civic life across the district.
Meet SSCE Innovators and Leaders
Our Partners
We partner with students, teachers, schools, community partners, and government institutions to promote authentic civic learning experiences that model civic participation, educating in and for democracy.
Acknowledgements
CPS gratefully acknowledges the partnership of Robert R. McCormick Foundation, whose support, encouragement, and advocacy has ensured the quality and sustainability of civic life programming that has touched the lives of countless students and educators. Thank you.