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What Issues Inspire You?
We need to look around our schools and communities with an eye towards equity. And—like our predecessors—we need to find the courage to take a stand together when we see it.
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A Tale of Two Teachers
As your students move on to the next grade, what will they remember about you?
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One America for today, tomorrow and forever, Clinton says
President Clinton delivered this speech at Little Rock's Central High School during a 40th-anniversary ceremony, in which he recognized the strength, conviction,and sacrifice shown by the Little Rock Nine and their parents.
July 7, 2014
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The Persistence of Myth: The Causes of the Civil War
Recent comments about the “controversy” over the causes of the Civil War highlight the challenges of teaching American history in 2017.
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February 21, 2019
Empowering Teachers to Become Activists
After noticing tension within their school community, teachers, students and staff planned a one-day workshop for local educators called “Understanding the Muslim American Experience: Leadership Training.”
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Black History Month: Celebrating the Diversity of Black Identity
Racial oppression plays a significant part in American history, and it’s critical our students learn about it. But this February, we're encouraging educators to reflect on their own practice and ensure that the Black history they’re teaching—this month and year-round—isn’t limited to narratives of trauma. To support that learning, this week we’ll be sharing some of our favorite resources for celebrating the diversity of Black history, identity and experience.
- Latinx History Is Black History
- Marley Dias
- Love Your Magic Conference
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The Problem With the “Disney Version of History”
We can celebrate Dr. King and interrupt the idea that our progress toward justice has been continuous and inevitable.
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Gender-Affirming Care: What It Is and Why It's Necessary
The willingness to learn, the active step of acknowledging and affirming LGBTQ+ students, and empathy in recognizing the difficulties for the young person help create safer spaces for trans and nonbinary children.
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Shutting Down Immigration Myths
News right now is dominated by rhetoric that casts immigrants as dangerous and is likely leaving Americans of many identities, including some of your students, feeling fearful and angry. Today, consider using these resources to teach your students about the long legacy of mistrust and discrimination immigrants from many countries have endured and how we can all use our voices to resist myths and misinformation.
- Supporting Students from Immigrant Families
- Ten Myths About Immigration
- Student Voices: Freddy Ochoa and Corina Torres
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Malcolm X Beyond the Mythology
Episode 14, Season 3 Historian Clarence Lang joins us for a conversation about Malcolm X. We discuss his commitment to Black pride and self-determination and his rejection of the white gaze and the myth of American
March 15, 2021