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March 1, 2018

Modeling Democracy

West Virginia Teachers' Strike | Image by Chris Dorst of Associated Press | Teaching Tolerance

In West Virginia, many teachers are frustrated with the state legislature's attitude toward public education. By taking collective action with a statewide strike, these teachers model for students how to stand up and speak out for their rights.

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Rights & Activism

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February 4, 2019

When Our Leaders Let Us Down

Ralph and Pam Northam behind a podium at a press conference.

How do we talk to our students about incidents like last week’s Ralph Northam blackface photograph scandal?

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July 27, 2017

Just Human

Empty old chair sitting in abandoned hallway

A recent hospital stay led this educator to reflect on the ways in which she does—and does not—truly see her students.

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March 14, 2019

Students Know the College-Admissions System Is Rigged

Students rushing through the hallways in school | Teaching Tolerance

When news of the college-admissions cheating scandal broke this week, young people knew it was wrong and many weren’t surprised. Here’s how you can help them tap into their power in spite of it.

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Bullying & Bias

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Issue 66, Spring 2021

Black Male Educators Create Space for Joy

Resisting white supremacy doesn’t always look like fighting. Making space for community and celebration is also resistance.

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Issue 3, Fall 2022

Centering Diverse Parents in the CRT Debate

Illustration of various adults gathered around a circular table.

Parents of color and parents of conscience, whose children make up the majority of students in public education, must be centered in conversations on race and inclusive education.

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Gender & Sexual Identity Rights & Activism

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Issue 62, Summer 2019

What’s My Complicity? Talking White Fragility With Robin DiAngelo

For well-intentioned white people doing anti-racist and social justice work, the first meaningful step is to recognize their fragility around racial issues—and build their emotional stamina. 'White Fragility' author Robin DiAngelo breaks it down.

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Exploring Identity and Commonalities

Conversations about commonalities across cultures can help children build empathy and understand identity and diversity.

August 17, 2024

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October 1, 2019

A Crooked Seat at the Table: Black and Alone in an Honors Class

Educator Kiara Lee-Heart was often the only Black student in her high school honors classes. Here’s what she wishes her teachers—and all educators—knew about that experience.

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Issue 17, Spring 2000

Street Smart

Sidewalk libraries open a world of learning for urban youth

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