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One Student’s Journey From Anger to Acceptance

Sometimes student growth happens in ways we can’t anticipate or plan.
Wait. Flint Is Still Without Clean Water? How Can I Help?

While Flint, Michigan, now has a contract for a clean water source, residents aren’t out of the woods yet. Keep in mind these five actions when taking a stand for Flint residents affected by the water crisis.
Teaching in the Shadow of Trauma

When we teachers get a so-called “problem child” in class, it’s crucial to ask ourselves, “What is causing this behavior to manifest? What is occurring in this child’s life that we can’t see?”
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.
From Grief to a Teacher’s Own Teachable Moment

The pain of loss taught a veteran teacher a powerful lesson about relationships.
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.