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April 8, 2024

Understanding and Countering Antisemitism and Islamophobia in Schools

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Amid a rise in antisemitism and Islamophobia, we all need to help ensure young people’s right to an education free from bigotry in an inclusive and supportive environment.

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Religion

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Supporting LGBTQ+ Young People and Families

All young people—including LGBTQ+ youth and children of LGBTQ+ families—should have the right to safe, affirming and inclusive schools; on this point, responsible adults agree. But currently, discriminatory laws and

March 25, 2024

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January 29, 2024

Advocating for Honest History Education: A Resource for Parents and Caregivers

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What is honest history, why is it essential for our democracy, and how can parents, caregivers and community members advocate for honest history education?

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Rights & Activism

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January 22, 2024

Acclaimed Documentary ‘One Survivor Remembers’ Urges All to Never Forget

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Survivor testimony provides a crucial way to learn about the Holocaust, understand the context, history and diversity of Jewish people, and address antisemitism in the world today.

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Media Literacy Resources

Critical thinking skills are imperative for resisting harmful disinformation and countering hate and bias. Educators, parents and caregivers should be essential partners in introducing media literacy concepts to children

December 27, 2023

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Book Reviews for Children and Teens

Stories are a deeply meaningful way that we learn about the world, and they can build empathy and understanding of ourselves and others. Through stories we can connect with a character and share another viewpoint about

December 14, 2023

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Advocating for Teaching Honest History: What Educators Can Do

Young people deserve to learn honest history—history that is accurate, comprehensive and inclusive of perspectives beyond traditional, dominant narratives. Our newest resource guide, Advocating for Teaching Honest History: What Educators Can Do, offers concrete tools for educators seeking to ensure the right of future generations to an accurate accounting of our nation’s history.

Advocating for Teaching Honest History: What Educators Can Do
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December 12, 2023

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December 4, 2023

Teaching About the Montgomery Bus Boycott

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Teach the Montgomery Bus Boycott in all its complexity and resist telling a simple story. This article is part of a series on Teaching the Civil Rights Movement and complements the curriculum framework of the same name.

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Civil Rights Movement

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What Is the School-to-Prison Pipeline, and How Do We Disrupt It?

School policies that include harsh punishments, automatic out-of-class time and police involvement for discipline contribute to pushing young people out of classrooms and into the criminal legal system. These punitive

November 27, 2023

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What Districts Can Do To Support Educators in Teaching Honest History

District office personnel play important leadership roles in protecting educators who teach honest history.

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Civil Rights Movement Slavery Race & Ethnicity Rights & Activism

November 21, 2023

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