August 24, 2021

What Critical Race Theory Is and What it Means for Teachers

With so-called “anti-critical race theory” laws and policies popping up nationwide, educators may be wondering how to respond and what they should know. In this article, originally published by Heinemann, education law and policy expert Bob Kim answers some key questions for educators about these laws and what’s really going on.

Pay BIPOC Educators for Their DEI Labor // Selena A. Carrión

Partnering With Families to Support Black Girls // Dr. Adam Alvarez and Eshe Price

Students Say Teach the Truth // Elizabeth Kleinrock
Days of Action: Pledge to Teach the Truth
Amid efforts by lawmakers to undermine educators’ ability to teach truth in schools, the Zinn Education Project is inviting educators to participate in public gatherings, virtual teach-ins and other events this week. Educators in more than 115 cities have signed up so far to host events August 27-29. Find more information here about the days of action and how to plan an activity in your city.

Recognizing Trailblazers on Women’s Equality Day

Women’s Equality Day commemorates the ratification of the 19th Amendment on August 26, 1920. It’s important to remember that many Black women and more women of color didn’t earn the right to vote until years later. The latest edition of The Moment includes the speech “Ain’t I a Woman?” by Sojourner Truth, an LFJ lesson on voting rights and an article that delves deeply into women’s history.

Survey: Share Your Opinion On Our Magazine

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Black Male Educators Create Space for Joy

Black men make up just 2% of all public school teachers but are overwhelmingly expected to handle cultural competency and discipline issues at their schools. It can be isolating, so many are joining together. In this story from the latest issue of our magazine, learn how Black male educators are resisting white supremacy as they build community.

Check Out What We’re Reading

“Recent media efforts to contextualize the assassination of Haiti’s president, Jovenel Moïse, on July 7 have often relied on myths that undermine the country’s leadership in world history and the racist repercussions that it faced during and after its fight for freedom and independence.” — The Washington Post

“Returning to school—whether it’s in-person, virtual, or a mix of both—means navigating new opportunities and challenges. This upcoming school year, GLSEN’s work to create safe, affirming, and inclusive schools for LGBTQ+ youth continues to be critical as we all return to the classroom.” — GLSEN

“Despite her signature role in the origins of the Montgomery bus boycott, Lucille Times was for decades unrecognized for her contribution.” — The New York Times
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