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17 Good Things That Actually Happened In '17
In a year when hate thrived, we thought it was important to remember some of the good things that happened in 2017.
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A Very Special Delivery
'Henry Brown left Richmond, Va. a slave and arrived in Philadelphia—in a freight box—a free man. Abolitionists who cheered Brown's 27-hour journey to freedom chose not to publicize it, fearing that others following in his path would be in danger.
July 5, 2014
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First Inaugural Address, March 4, 1861
Lincoln’s first inaugural address illustrates the centrality of slavery in southern states decision to secede after the 1860 election.
January 5, 2018
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The World We Wish For
On this difficult anniversary, it’s easy to feel weighed down by the events of the last 12 months. But a new school year offers the opportunity to not only resist but create.
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Recognizing Discrimination
People sometimes look the other way when they see an act of discrimination because they do not know how to stop it. This lesson provides students with real-world examples to help them identify peaceful ways to respond.
July 10, 2017
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Digging Deep Into the Social Justice Standards: Diversity
It's time to reclaim "diversity" as a vital practice, not a buzzword. We're here to help you do it.
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Advocate Now for Head Start
Thursday and Friday mornings, I have cafeteria duty at my elementary school. I always smile when our younger students come through the breakfast line. Their heads are at the level of the serving racks, so they have to hold their hands up to get their trays of food. I have to help them or we will have pancakes and syrup everywhere.
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Speak Out for Understanding
Students with learning disabilities create a documentary film to share their wisdom.
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Finding Common Ground
Wouldn’t it be productive if schools established school-wide norms for civil discourse this fall?