Social Security Supports Teachers

Social Security Supports Teachers

Social Security & You

By Brandon P. Smith, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist

This year, we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week from May 4 through May 8 and honor all educators who prepare our students for the future. We know that well-informed instructors can have a powerful influence on their students. That’s why we have easy-to-access, shareable online resources for teachers to engage students and educate them on Social Security. 

Don’t miss out on our Educator Toolkit! The toolkit includes:

    • Lesson plans with objectives;
    • Infographics and handouts for each lesson plan;
    • Links to Social Security web pages;
    • Talking points; and
    • Quiz questions and answers.

You can access the toolkit at www.ssa.gov/thirdparty/educators.html.

We value and welcome the efforts all teachers make to educate America’s young people, and we want to help spark discussion with students about Social Security. Please share our toolkit with your favorite educators today.

About the author

Brandon P. Smith is the author of Northeast Ohio Thrive’s Social Security & You blog. He is a Social Security public affairs specialist with the Social Security Administration, based in Cleveland. A Cleveland native, he joined the SSA in 2003. He is the primary contact for media relations, outreach, and presentations for the agency in Cuyahoga, Lake, Lorain, and Geauga counties. In addition to other communications awards, Brandon received a Deputy Commissioner Citation from Social Security’s Office of Communication in 2015 for his outstanding public affairs support of the agency’s national communication initiatives.

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