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Why I'll Never Teach This Powerful Book Again
This teacher's classes were in the middle of reading a Sherman Alexie classic that spurred deep discussions and powerful writing. Then several women came forward to say #metoo about the author.
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What Love, Simon Can Teach Us About Classroom Conversations
For the first time, a rom-com from a major studio is helping gay and bi teens feel seen—and celebrated. Teachers have an opportunity to do the same.
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Is “Queer” OK To Say? Here’s Why We Use It
Queer: pejorative or reappropriated term? Yes and yes. But after members of our community questioned our use of the word, we want to explain.
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Arthur’s Gay Teacher and Other Stories Schools Won’t Tell
Local PBS networks’ refusal to air an episode of a children’s show featuring the marriage of two men speaks to a larger problem in our society—and our schools.
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Best Practices for Serving LGBTQ Students
With this guide, we hope to help teachers and school leaders make curriculum and policy decisions that include LGBTQ students and prepare all students to thrive in a diverse democracy.
July 3, 2022
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Supporting LGBTQ Students During Social Distancing
Experts at The Trevor Project offer recommendations for supporting LGBTQ students through school closures.
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Bibi
This film explores intersectionality in a powerful way, illustrating the beauty and conflict that can arise as we move between languages, places and societal expectations. (Available for streaming only)
May 27, 2020
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Informational
Graça Machel
Graça Machel dedicated her life to fighting for the rights of children—especially those who have fallen victim to war—all over the world.
August 8, 2017
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Informational
Madres de Plaza de Mayo
Every Thursday, the Madres march around the plaza while wearing white head scarves to bring attention to the children of Argentina that have been taken and never returned.
August 8, 2017