Florida Council for History Education

08/21/2026

Florida Educators: Consider applying for this amazing, fully-funded opportunity:

https://cwbpgh.org/seminar/poland-personally-2027/

07/29/2026

Congratulations, Melanie!!

The Gilder Lehrman Institute Selects Melanie Hendrix as 2026 Florida History Teacher of the Year!

Melanie Hendrix, a teacher at Booker T. Washington High School in Pensacola, has been named the 2026 Florida History Teacher of the Year by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History.

The annual recognition program, presented by the Gilder Lehrman Institute—the nation’s leading nonprofit for K–12 American history education—celebrates one outstanding teacher from each state, the District of Columbia, Department of Defense schools, and U.S. Territories. It recognizes educators for their dedication, creativity, and effective use of primary sources. Nominees are recommended by students, colleagues, or school leaders and selected by state committees of historians and educators.

A veteran educator with 33 years of experience, Melanie Hendrix currently teaches AP U.S. History, as well as honors and regular U.S. History courses. She also serves as the sponsor for the Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society. She acts as an ambassador for Founding Forward, Retro Report, and the Truman Library Teacher Institute.

“Mrs. Hendrix is a vital asset to the Escambia County Public Schools social studies team, consistently bringing American history to life for her students through innovative and engaging projects,” said Cherie Arnette, Social Studies Curriculum Specialist for ECPS.

As the 2026 Florida History Teacher of the Year, Hendrix will receive a $1,000 honorarium, a curated collection of American history books and educational materials from the Gilder Lehrman Institute, and recognition at a local ceremony. They will also join 52 other honorees as a finalist for the 2026 National History Teacher of the Year Award.

The national winner will be announced this fall at a special ceremony at the Harvard Club of New York City and will receive a $10,000 grand prize.

07/26/2026

📅 Save the Date! Mark your calendars for the Florida Council for History Education's 11th Annual Conference!

Join history educators, scholars, and professionals for two days of visits to historic sites, inspiring sessions, engaging discussions, and valuable networking opportunities.

📍 Location: Sarasota, Florida
📆 Dates: July 30–31, 2027

More details, including the conference theme, registration, hotel information, call for proposals, and exhibiting opportunities will be announced soon.

We look forward to seeing you in Sarasota for another outstanding conference celebrating history education!

07/26/2026

The Florida Council for History Education extends its sincere appreciation to everyone who donated raffle items for our 10th Annual Conference. Your generous contributions added excitement to the conference and helped make our raffle a memorable experience for attendees.

We are grateful for your partnership and continued support of FLCHE’s mission, educators, and history education.

07/25/2026

Thank you for celebrating 10 years of FLCHE with us at the historical Mission Resort + Club!

We are grateful to every attendee, speaker, presenter, exhibitor, sponsor, partner, and volunteer who made our 10th Annual Conference such a meaningful experience.

Your passion for history education created two inspiring days of learning, connection, and collaboration. We are so glad you joined us and look forward to continuing this journey together!

07/25/2026

The Florida Council for History Education extends our sincere appreciation to the exhibitors who partnered with us for our 10th Annual Conference at the Mission Resort + Club!

Your educational resources, expertise, and commitment to supporting teachers added tremendous value to the conference experience. We are grateful for the time you spent connecting with attendees, sharing valuable materials, and helping educators discover new ways to engage and inspire their students.

Thank you for supporting educators, schools, and communities. Your partnership strengthens history education, and we are honored to have celebrated this important milestone with you!



Facing History & Ourselves Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Florida Civics Prep Institute for Curriculum Services

07/25/2026

A heartfelt thank-you to the Mission Resort + Club for hosting the Florida Council for History Education’s 10th Annual Conference!

Your beautiful venue, welcoming staff, and exceptional hospitality created the perfect setting for educators and history professionals to learn, connect, and celebrate this special milestone. We are grateful for your partnership and for helping make our conference a memorable experience.

Thank you for welcoming the FLCHE community to Howey-in-the-Hills!

07/25/2026

Thank You to Our Keynote Speakers! The Florida Council for History Education extends its sincere appreciation to the outstanding keynote speakers who helped make our 10th Annual Conference meaningful and memorable.

Your expertise, insight, and passion for history and education inspired attendees, encouraged thoughtful conversations, and reminded us of the important role educators play in helping students understand the past and engage with the world around them.

Thank you for sharing your time, knowledge, and experiences with the FLCHE community. We are grateful that you helped us celebrate this special milestone!



Lynn Price Robbins Michael Francis

07/20/2026

TODAY is the LAST day to register for our 10th Annual Conference at the beautiful and historic Mission Resort + Club in Howey-in-the-Hills!

If you haven't registered yet, this is your last chance: https://flche.net/10th-annual-flche-conference/

Your registration includes:
*Inspiring keynote speakers: Dr. Frank Cogliano, Dr. Lynn Price Robbins, and Dr. J. Michael Francis
*Breakfast and Lunch
*Engaging breakout sessions with practical classroom strategies and rich historical content
*Networking with passionate history educators and professionals
*Exhibitors featuring curriculum, programs, books, and classroom resources
*Fresh ideas, meaningful conversations, and renewed inspiration for the school year ahead
*A unique conference experience at one of Florida's historic resort destinations

Join us as we celebrate 10 years of supporting history education!

07/18/2026

🎟️✨ FLCHE Conference Early Bird Raffle Tickets✨🎟️

Purchase 25 raffle tickets for just $20 when you buy before July 20, 2026: https://flche.net/10th-annual-flche-conference/

Conference attendees will have the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win some amazing prizes, including:
🎁 Gift Baskets
📚 Books and Educational Resources
🏛️ Collectible Historical Items
🎟️ Complimentary Registration to Future FLCHE and NCHE Conferences
✨ And much more!

⏰ Not ready to purchase yet? Raffle tickets will also be available at the conference for $1 each.

Join us July 24–25 at Mission Resort + Club for outstanding professional learning, networking, and the chance to take home some incredible prizes!