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Planting the Seeds for Student Growth
Sometimes, a small gesture makes an incredible impact. This former teacher reflects on how her son’s preschool teacher worked to build authentic relationships with her students.
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Appendix A: The Social Justice Standards
The Social Justice Standards are a road map for anti-bias education at every stage of K-12 instruction.
May 26, 2023
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Grassroots Parent Organizing
Tips for using grassroots organizing to engage your school’s parents.
July 5, 2017
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Let Día de los Muertos Stand on Its Own
This holiday, which is distinctly different from Halloween, presents a wonderful opportunity to foster empathy among students.
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One Year After Parkland, A Reminder to Take Pride in Students’ Action
On the anniversary of the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, we remember the students and educators we've lost and recognize those who have mobilized their grief into action.
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Rigoberta Menchú
Rigoberta Menchú has dedicated her life to fighting the injustices faced by the people of Guatemala and educating the world on the concept of indigenous people and fighting for their interests.
August 9, 2017
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Toolkit: The Foundations of Restorative Justice
School discipline and classroom management do not have to be based in compliance. Learn more about restorative practices in this companion piece to the feature article “It Was Always About Control.”
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We Love That Teachers Are Speaking Up for LGBTQ Students
As some push back against lessons about gender equality and sexual identities, we stand firm with educators who do the work to protect and support LGBTQ students.
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What Is Social Justice Education?
A truly just society is one in which all people have the resources to lead secure and fulfilling lives and the histories, cultures and experiences of diverse groups — especially those who have been historically marginalized — are respected.
The goal of social justice, therefore, is to ensure democracy in practice: “To create a society in which everyone has access to the resources and opportunities to develop their full capacities, and everyone is welcome to participate democratically with others to mutually shape social policies and institutions that govern civic life.”
- What Is Social Justice Education?