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A District Profile | Black Lives Matter at School
Meet a school district that brought Black Lives Matter into the classroom—and learn how you could do it too.
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You Spoke, We Listened
The Spring and Summer issues of Teaching Tolerance sparked tremendous response—from a critique of our latest cover story to praise for the art that enlivens our pages.
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Educating Coworkers on Anti-bias Topics
How do you encourage colleagues to participate in sustained conversations about justice, equity and tolerance?
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A Message From Our Director
Teaching Tolerance director Maureen Costello reminds us that storytelling can conquer fears.
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Then and Now
Will the Supreme Court outlaw purposeful integration of our schools?
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Change Starts Here (With Me): Day of Action Toolkit
This Day of Action Toolkit engages young people in the movement for justice to understand nonviolent direct action and participate in action for change in their communities.
February 23, 2025
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Word Work
Word Wheel
Students use a concept map to organize their vocabulary learning. This tool requires students to define words, find examples, draw on prior knowledge and connect related concepts.
July 19, 2014
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Podcasts
Learning for Justice podcasts examine important topics for justice in education, our communities and our democracy.
September 12, 2018
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The Power of Place and the Urgency of Now
“The battleground for racial justice remains in the South, and the victories for justice must be fought for and by ordinary people in the South together with allies from other parts of the nation. Although the pestilence of racism has historically affected the lives of Black and Brown people, its reach extends to all who counter the ideals of white supremacy. A shared story of us is clear as we collectively reconstruct a democracy that is real for all, not just some.
- Issue 4, Spring 2023
- The Power of Place
- Freedom Schools for Today’s Justice Movement
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Learn From, Honor and Celebrate Black History
Celebrate Black History Month and resist attempts to erase the democratic values of justice, equity, inclusivity and diversity — our nation’s strengths. Black history in the United States includes understanding Black people’s resilience and contributions to our nation, along with strategies for coalition-building and justice movements that are essential today. Learning for Justice offers the following resources to help discuss, teach and learn from Black history all year long.
- Learn From and Honor Black History
- Learning from the Civil Rights Movement
- Teaching Hard History Podcast Series