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So Fake
A statement from a student about people “being fake” prompted this afterschool educator to talk openly about her own experiences with friendship and identity.
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No Choice for Many Students
The law is touted as a way to provide "school choice," but in reality it discriminates against many impoverished families.
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What We're Reading
For rural schools, the growing use of technology can create new problems as it solves old ones.
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Rebel Yells
Like many schools being called on to reconsider their mascot, the University of Mississippi convenes a student-run committee to find a replacement for theirs—a Confederate soldier.
July 5, 2014
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We Still Haven’t Learned From This
Japanese American incarceration stories are American stories that need to be told.
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Identity Artifacts Museum
Students create a display of artifacts to represent aspects of their identities.
July 13, 2014
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A Law for Regulating Negroes and Slaves in the Night Time
A New York City law from 1731 details the punishments for the enslaved and free black people who are in the streets after dark.
December 13, 2017
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Expelling Islamophobia
Anti-hate and anti-bullying policies aren’t enough in the fight against Islamophobia.
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Toolkit for "Demystifying the Mind"
Use these resources to be proactive in reducing the stigma around mental health issues and building resilience in your school community.
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Including All Students During the December Holidays
The December holidays can present challenges for educators who want to provide a festive—but also equitable—classroom environment. These resources can help you acknowledge the season without alienating students based on their faith or family income.
- Rethinking Poverty and Casual Conversations
- Avoiding the Holiday 'Balance Traps'
- Analyzing the School Holiday Calendar