Understanding the Diversity of Latinx Identities Helps Customize Learning
There is no one way to be Latinx. Sharing culture and identity in the classroom can dispel myths and establish meaningful connections between teachers and students.
Kelly Pratt
Copy Chief, One Day
When Spirits Dance: Exploring Identity Through Día de los Muertos Traditions
A Mexican-American performing arts teacher creates a culturally responsive learning environment by teaching students how Día de los Muertos traditions can help them foster community and find healing from loss.
Faviola Leyva
Video Producer
How to Understand Your Real Social Capital
Advice on how to tap into your skills and your network from the co-host and co-creator of the Black Social Capital Podcast
Susan Brenna
Six Books to Get Your Students Through a Pandemic
It’s the reading list you never thought you would need.
Paula Ann Solis
Lessons From Disaggregating Data in Los Angeles Unified School District
Why should districts expand (by a lot) the ways students can identify who they are?
Joel Serin-Christ
Author
Love in the Time of COVID-19
When the global pandemic cancelled their dream weddings, these four couples still found a way to say, "I do." Guest attire: Zoom-casual.
Three Careers Where Going Green Meets Social Justice
Meet three people with different jobs and educational backgrounds, united by a shared pursuit of environmental justice.
Students Benefit From Having Teachers Who Look Like Them. Here’s How.
When students of color have teachers to look up to who look like them, the bonds of shared identity can influence a child’s academic and emotional growth in profound ways.
Jessica Fregni
Writer-Editor, One Day
That Unforgettable Student
Teach For America alumni and corps members share memories of students who changed their perspective.
The TFA Editorial Team
How to Rock the Boat Right
How do you challenge the system without losing your job? Sam Rosaldo (L.A. '99) shares how he's resisted within the bureaucracy, one practical step at a time.
Leah Fabel