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StoryCorps: Job Interview
“He said to me, 'I will make sure every day is a living hell for you.'”
July 8, 2014
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This Is Not a Drill
Educators across the country are taking action when ICE raids happen in their communities. Here’s how you can stand with undocumented students and families—whether or not you live in a vulnerable community.
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Remarks by the President at Reception Commemorating the Enactment of the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr., Hate Crimes Prevention Act
In this speech, President Obama celebrates legislation that provides legal protection from crimes based on gender, disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation. In his remarks, Obama looks forward to further legislation that helps “the bells of freedom ring out a little louder.”
March 3, 2016
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Supporting Student-led Voter Registration Drives
Here are a few tips for supporting students as they register voters.
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The Location
1. In the Classroom In your classroom you have the advantage of time and authority. You—working with students—can set community agreements and limits about slurs and hurtful comments. You can interrupt a moment, suspend
July 30, 2012
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Toolkit for “Be Your Own Historian”
Teach and learn about the Reconstruction era with resources—including videos, texts, lessons and a unit plan—from Facing History and Ourselves.
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Teaching Hard History
Four innovative educators discuss how they teach about our country's painful past. Plus, get a sneak preview of our new resources for teaching about American slavery.
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Worried About a Friend? Use Your E.D.G.E.
Students don’t always know how to help someone they care about who might be experiencing bullying, suicidal thoughts or other problems. This can help.