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When elementary schoolers learn about Dwania Kyles, they’re struck by her bravery. When Kyles was in first grade, she and 12 others became the first Black students to walk into all-white classrooms in Memphis to begin desegregating the city’s school system. Another thing the elementary students marvel at about those pioneers, Kyles says: “They’re still alive!”

Learn more about the life and legacy of civil rights activist Sylvia Mendez and her family, who spearheaded a federal lawsuit which helped end school segregation in California and pave the way for Brown v. Board of Education.

Teachers with newcomer students in their classroom need to receive proper professional support in order to effectively welcome these students.

Today, I’d like to share my ideas for the most important mindsets for ELL teachers to remember.

Over the past two years, K-12 teacher apprenticeship programs have been registered in 34 states and Puerto Rico. While many of these programs are in early stages, this moment offers an opportunity to develop approaches that both address specific teacher workforce needs and that align with changing student demographics.

When middle school students are given the opportunity to deeply explore what it means to be a changemaker, they see a path toward making a difference in their own community — and beyond.

The recruiting process is an opportunity for schools to grow, and I view it as an asset-based approach to team-building. I’m a problem solver, so I love trying to find the people who become the right puzzle pieces to complete the picture. Because part of my role entails working with new teachers, I love seeking out candidates because I will likely have the opportunity to work with many of the teachers I recruit.

When a school community experiences loss, having grief policies already in place can lessen the trauma.

From magical school fantasies to hilarious sibling stories, these 13 selections will keep middle schoolers turning pages during summer break. Complete with graphic novels, biographies, and poetry, this list has something for every tween.