How do laws like Texas's HB 3979 impact student learning and democracy? Experts discuss the effects of restricting classroom discussions.

Can real-world civic engagement in schools save democracy? Experts share strategies to prepare students for meaningful participation.

Musician and psychologist Malik Boykin shares how two transformational teachers shaped his path and inspired his unique teaching style.

How should teachers address events like the January 6th insurrection? Three educators share their approaches to navigating controversy in the classroom.

Once a struggling student, Don Dumas found purpose through a teacher who believed in him. Now a celebrated educator, he pays it forward by inspiring his own students to rise above their circumstances.

Eleven-year-old Kaia Bali, host of Through a Gen-Z's Eyes, shares her passion for politics, podcasting, and the teacher who inspired her.

Four Black college students share their school experiences, confronting racism and advocating for equity through diverse, culturally responsive teaching.

Chris Hasegawa shares what makes great science teaching impactful and reflects on the powerful lessons from students who changed his life.

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.

Dr. Sharon Tettegah reflects on her journey through education, from segregated schools to confronting racism, and calls on educators to challenge systemic biases in the era of Black Lives Matter.

History teacher Tracy Barnett focuses on ideas over dates, inspiring students to connect the past to today's issues, including Black Lives Matter.

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.