In the June 2009 issue of Phi Delta Kappan, author Noah Feinstein argues that a discrepancy exists between society’s stated goal—that science education prepare all citizens for the future—and the reality, which is oriented toward creating a scientifically and technically skilled workforce. To Feinstein, everyday science is where science and society meet—much like this issue’s theme—and is philosophically centered on a science, technology, and society (STS) viewpoint. This month’s column provides a historical perspective on the extent to which social issues have been integrated into the typical science curricula.