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"We Spoke The Right Things"
A 6-year-old saw something no one else did. Her response taught the community about fairness—and the power of children’s voices.
Students Are Watching Ferguson
At a time like this, educators can’t afford not to discuss Ferguson in the classroom.
Three Years Old, Black and Suspended
It’s time to intervene with alarmingly high preschool suspensions.
#dontshoot
The tragic loss of Michael Brown presents an opportunity to help students connect with our collective humanity.
This is Community
How does one foster a school community—that is equitable and committed to breaking down barriers? A TT awardee shares her approach.
'American Sabor': A Bilingual, Multicultural Literacy Unit
A middle school teacher shares her innovative approach to using a bilingual multicultural resource.
On This Day
As an organization committed to justice and equity, the similarities between the Watts Riots and the riots in Ferguson, Missouri following Michael Brown’s death compel us to point out that we do not live in a post-racial world.
The Criminalization of Elementary Students
One after-school programmer reflects on the criminalization of youth.
What Does the First Amendment Say About Displaying Religious Symbols?
Educators can’t display religious symbols in public schools, but that does not mean religious symbols can never appear in the classroom. So when is it OK?