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What We Mean When We Say, “Toxic Masculinity”

As a consumer of news and a classroom teacher, how can I help my students make sense of the current news cycle? The term “toxic masculinity” can be useful vocabulary for these conversations.
“It’s Okay to Be White.” Yes, but…

Every widespread meme has an origin story. But understanding both the context and the consequences can teach us something about ourselves.
Resources for Addressing Sexual Assault and Harassment in Class

Start a conversation about sexual harassment and assault—or respond effectively when your students do—with these resources from the TT archives.
Policy Checkup: Addressing and Preventing Sexual Assault in Schools

Educators can use the #metoo movement as an opportunity to make sure their schools have policies in place to protect students and staff from sexual assault and harassment. Here’s how.
What If My Student Discloses a Sexual Assault?

This guidance from experts at the National Association of School Psychologists can help educators respond if a student discloses abuse or assault.
Discussing Sexual Harassment in the Classroom

Whether or not the topic of sexual harassment comes up in class organically, teachers must address it with students. This teacher suggests ways to do that with sensitivity.
One of the Great Teachable Moments of Our Time

This teacher recognizes the ongoing news surrounding Harvey Weinstein, Mike Oreskes and others as an opportunity to openly discuss sexually predatory behavior.
Hate at School: October 2017

We tracked 90 hate incidents at schools in October alone—and that’s only what made the news. Just as important is the way schools respond, and in most cases, those responses don’t measure up.