Tag: Social justice

Three Ways to Celebrate BIPOC Communities Year-Round

Written by Cristy Cuellar-Lezcano, Senior Educational Consultant As February begins, marking the start of Black History Month, educators.

Three Ways to Incorporate Diversity and Social Justice Topics in ELA Classrooms

Classrooms have long set the stage for social change by serving as spaces for the promotion and development of new ideas. Certainly teachers.

Equity-Focused Initiatives for K-12 students and families

As a young man growing up in Detroit, I attended public schools where I was a member of the majority. As a member of the majority, the voices of.

It's All About the Plan: A MindSet Shift Towards Unfinished Learning

Are you in the process of planning for your education teams to develop a cohesive plan that will impact the lives of your students and build a.

Books to Celebrate AAPI Culture in the Classroom

"When children cannot find themselves reflected in the books they read or when the images they see are distorted, negative, or laughable, they learn.

Teachers, We LOVE You

Teachers, we appreciate you! Our entire organization is dedicated to ensuring that you know you matter and have the resources needed for success. We.

Poetry: Words From The Heart

I hope our last poem of the month resonates with you the same way it did with me and provides inspiration for you to reflect on self.

When Justice is the Exception

Social injustice has been a recurring theme in American life and once again has dominated our lives, communities and classrooms for the last 331.

Other Side Of This

Let the celebration continue. We are highlighting the work of our community poet Jessica Diaz to share with you. Enjoy her words and let them sink.

Poetry: A Generational Gift

When things go wrong, as they sometimes will, When the road you’re trudging seems all up hill, When the funds are low and the debts are high,

Education is Love

Teaching Matters is committed to providing educators with resources that will impact our classrooms and communities. Our mission - to close the.

One Year of Remote Learning

When I starting planning a blog to commemorate and recognize teachers and all that has happened in the last year, I did not think I would be leading.

Every Coach Needs a Coach

More than ever, every coach needs a coach - a thought partner to turn to for sound bites of advice when we need them the most, particularly.

Black History Beyond February

"When children cannot find themselves reflected in the books they read or when the images they see are distorted, negative, or laughable, they learn.

Monday's Not Coming: The Stories That Don't Make The Headlines

As a bookworm and true crime fanatic I was instantly intrigued by the storyline to Monday’s Not Coming. And, as a Black woman and advocate for.

What's Your Favorite Culturally Responsive Book?

Recently we asked our education community to name their favorite culturally responsive books. We want to share these books with you so that all of.

Confronting Social Injustice: A Conversation about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Systemic racism has been a part of US history for 401 years and it will take more then one summer of social reckoning to dismantle and rebuild an.

Educating Change Makers: Moving Beyond our Perception of Best Practices

Several weeks ago, while coaching a new teacher in our new reality, I observed the use of a similar pattern or practice to instruction. The teacher.

Disrupting Inequitable Systems: Equipping Children With the Knowledge, Will, and Skills

Over fifteen years ago, I attended an elite public magnet high school in New York City. The school prided itself on developing young leaders who.

Voices and Voting: Education after an Election

The dual pandemics of COVID-19 and the racial injustices that plague our systems have created a heightened sense of unrest and uneasiness among many.

Elevating Voices: Social Justice Education for Our Times

A high school friend of mine, Deion, had immigrated to the U.S. from Jamaica as a small child. His mother worked tirelessly to support them; as soon.