Promoting Democracy and Civic Engagement
This edition of The Moment introduces our Voting and Voices project, a collection of resources for students and educators designed to bring democracy and civic engagement into the classroom.
Bring Civics Education to Life With “Voting and Voices”
Five Myths About Voting
Voting and Democracy Grants Roundup: Elementary and Middle School
Amplify Asian American Identities Beyond a Heritage Month
This edition of The Moment ensures your classroom reflects the diversity of Asian-American students and to help them feel seen year-round.
Teachers, Check Your Texts
(In)Visible Identity
Black Lives Matter Still Matters
These resources can help you teach about the Black Lives Matters movement, its origins and why your students need to understand its relevance to their lives—regardless of their race.
Why Teaching Black Lives Matter Matters | Part I
Bringing Black Lives Matter Into the Classroom | Part II
A District Profile | Black Lives Matter at School
Thoughtless Dress Codes Can Harm Students From Day One
A video of a boy turned away at the schoolhouse door because of his hair went viral. But this isn't an isolated case. These resources explain the bias behind certain hair and dress code policies, and hopefully inspire you to see this new school year as an opportunity to stand up for your students' right to be themselves—inside and out.
Loc’d Out: How Thoughtless Dress Codes Can Harm Students From Day One
Let Black Students Be Kids: Down With 'Respectability'
Controlling the Student Body
Helping Students Engage in Civil Discourse
Emphasizing the value of civil discourse is an important step toward setting the stage for a positive school year. This edition of The Moment gathers articles and teaching resources on how to create an environment where students can discuss difficult topics in a respectful, civil way.
Who Decides What’s “Civil”?
Toward a More Civil Discourse
