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As I head back to the classroom, I think about the last school year. In the second-to-last week of school, my fifth-grade classroom was 90 degrees, with no air conditioning. My students were sitting together, helping each other, laughing, struggling and having fun. At the beginning of the year, they were unsure of each other. They smiled politely but kept to themselves or the friends they knew and never asked for help. So what had changed?

Planning for Black History Month can be authentic without falling into the pitfalls of the “heroes and holidays.” Look for ways to involve the entire school community and teach about the history and experiences of African Americans across the curriculum and throughout the year.

Part of the "Why I Teach" series.

Mitali Perkins explores the bittersweet aspects of immigration.

Heritage months offer opportunities to model yearlong inclusive teaching practices.

Research shows that a world religions course helps reduce intolerance among students without undermining students' religious beliefs.

Memphis families remodel the concept of home schooling.