Author Bob Katz shares the extraordinary story of a gifted 4th-grade teacher named Elaine Moore, the central character of his book Elaine’s Circle: A Teacher, a Student, a Classroom, and One Unforgettable Year. One reviewer writes, “There are books that you read that stay with you all your life—Elaine’s Circle will be one of them.”

Clarence Page reflects on 50+ years in journalism, inspired by his high school teacher and life lessons from his grandmother.

A teacher's dedication highlights the mental health crisis among youth and the life-saving role of social-emotional programs.

Amid America’s culture wars, award-winning teacher Willie Carver shares why he left the classroom and the impact on his students.

A former student’s surprise tribute to her teacher ignites a movement of gratitude for educators’ life-changing impact.

Na'im Madyun shares a heartfelt tale of a teacher who changed everything, offering a touching ode to educators everywhere.

Julie shares an inspiring story about her own teacher, Mrs. Russell, who, Julie says, laid the foundation for everything she has achieved. 

Dr. Perri Klass reflects on her 4th-grade teacher’s magic and how it inspired her mission to promote early literacy for lifelong success.

Sean Bui left law to follow his passion for teaching, earning California Teacher of the Year. Hear his inspiring journey and student tributes.

Once feeling like "just another guy," English teacher Marty Brandt discovered his profound impact when a former student, now a filmmaker, credited him as the catalyst for his success. Inspired by his Teacher of the Year award, Brandt reflects on his journey to foster growth and creativity in nearly three decades of teaching.

Dr. Micia Mosely and her former student, now teacher Belinda Bellinger, reunite decades later to reflect on their journeys, collaborate as colleagues, and discuss the impact of the Black Lives Matter movement in education.

Josh Gaston shares his journey teaching English abroad, navigating cultural norms, and empowering students while adapting to diverse practices.

In 8th grade, Kathryn Isaacs learned a powerful lesson about how we view teachers. Decades later, her career reveals the story's irony and her reflections on teaching amid a pandemic and the Black Lives Matter movement.

Denver teacher Jason DiGioia shares how inspiring educators shaped his love of literature, his approach to teaching life lessons, and how he’s navigating the challenges of the pandemic and a shocking act of hate at his school.

High school teacher Jackie Rooney reconnects with her students through a heartfelt letter amid the pandemic and reflects on addressing racism and police brutality in the classroom after George Floyd's killing.

Author and educator Alfie Kohn challenges us to define our shared, long-term goals for children before identifying what makes a good teacher. In this thought-provoking podcast, he argues that to cultivate thoughtful, life-long learners, teachers must empower students to question, challenge, and take control of their own learning.

Robert Nelsen was content to work on his ranch in Montana and to ride in the rodeo.  As "punishment" for being a "smart ass," Nelsen's high school teacher made him apply for college. Now Dr. Nelsen is now president of one of California's largest public universities. 

As a child, Karina Figueroa-Ramirez had never encountered a teacher who shared her cultural background until 7th grade. Her Latinx English teacher encouraged her love of books, listened to her, and inspired her to envision a brighter future—an impact Karina is now paying forward nearly 20 years later.

Nikki Ahrenstorff believed her high school was "reserved for a special group of people" and that she wasn't part of it. That changed when she took an English class with Mr. Childs.

John Lescroart is a New York Times best-selling novelist who says that he might still be a typist in a law office--or, possibly, homeless were it not for his English teacher, Father Stadler at Junipero Serra High School in San Mateo, California.