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Schools in Maryland and Connecticut are rethinking suspension policies. Promoting positive behavior has led to higher graduation rates, especially among students of color.

Children’s dictionaries have the power to shape how kids see the world. Be sure yours promotes tolerance.

LGBT educators enjoy more openness and acceptance than ever before. But their gains have been fragile and uneven. And many still feel it’s safest to teach from the closet.

By tracing the footsteps of those who fought for civil rights, you may begin to think about how you can use your own voice to make positive changes.

Almost one-third of teen relationships involve abuse. Help students learn to avoid—or break free from—unhealthy entanglements.

‘Low-income’ should not mean low expectations.

Laura Sofen’s inner angry teenager guides her each day as a teacher.

Teacher-librarian Amy Hamrick found out the hard way why it’s important to learn about students’ many cultures.

Teaching Tolerance director Maureen Costello addresses concerns over the meaning of "tolerance."

Sports rivalries can energize school spirit. But keeping events respectful takes a dynamic blend of foresight, leadership and buy-in from the community.