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As my 10th-grade students came back from lunch, it was clear that a few of my more squirrely young men needed time to readjust to the ways of a classroom after being away all summer. “It’s just a joke between us, Mr. Greenslate,” said Aaron. “We all know Jason from outside of school, and so that’s just how we mess around. Once you know us better you’ll understand.”

Bill Gates said there would never have been a Microsoft were it not for his teachers, Fred Wright and Ann Stephens. I have to wonder if, at the time, they realized what influence they had. Was the year that they taught Gates one that stood out above the rest, or was it a school year in which they did what they always did—taught to their best ability?

Growing up, I remember the children in “special ed” seemed to live in an alternate universe within our school. Regardless of the distinctions in their challenges, they all were placed together in one class, shuttled around as one throng, rarely included in the activities the rest of us took for granted.

No matter how educators identify or how long they have been teaching, it’s critical that they reflect on their ability to discuss race, racial (in)equality and racism—past and present—with students. This toolkit offers strategies for how educators can engage in this reflection and strengthen their practice.

Can socioeconomic diversity restore the promise of school integration?

Not sure where to begin teaching about religious diversity and liberty? Check out these resources.

ESOL program coordinator Ann Marie Batista is a “barrier breaker” for ELL students and their teachers.

Mix It Up at Lunch Day is on Tuesday, October 27! Here are some things for organizers to think about between now and then.

Use these questions to help students develop critical literacy and historical thinking skills.

Grades: 5-8 Subjects: Science and Health Categories: Diversity and inclusion; Disability The “new PE” emphasizes personalized fitness programs and cooperative rather than competitive games. How could this work in your