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Students sick of ‘lip service’ from universities over racism

The Hechinger Report

Troy Alim, who has been a social justice activist for the past several years, said he is inspired by the leadership of young Black students and agrees that most of the university statements are window dressing. “I Troy Alim, Midwest engagement manager for the Young Invincibles youth advocacy group.

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E-Counseling 2.0: Can a new wave of virtual guidance help?

The Hechinger Report

College Possible is one of many college advocacy groups hoping that technology will jumpstart the slow growth of low-income students in higher education. The last couple years have brought a renaissance in virtual guidance counseling—both new services and existing ones upping their game with mobile, social media and data analytics.

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Educators: We Must Be Champions for Our Trans Students

ED Surge

Despite our school’s commitment to social justice and our district’s prioritization of equity, there were still staff members who were unwilling to voice public support for all students. Advocacy and LGBTQIA+ rights organizations are desperate for teachers to share classroom experiences that might inform policymakers’ decisions.

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A ‘civil rights camp’ teaches kids a history they’re not learning in school

The Hechinger Report

So when they heard about a week-long program in Tennessee’s Appalachian foothills that would teach them about the Civil Rights Movement of the past and how it connects to the social justice struggle of today, they were eager to attend. They get a deeper understanding of advocacy,” she said.

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‘You can’t help but to wonder’: Crumbling schools, less money, and dismal outcomes in the county that was supposed to change everything for black children in the South

The Hechinger Report

Years of research have documented that poverty “creates constant wear and tear on the body” and that safe learning environments, coupled with “responsive parenting and high-quality childcare” can help children progress. “It That is a fact. We need to acknowledge that.”. Carey Wright, Mississippi Superintendent of Education.

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Teaching About Palestine-Israel and the Unfolding Genocide in Gaza

Zinn Education Project

The spring 2024 issue offers a collection of articles and other resources on teaching about Palestine-Israel amid the growing attack on social justice education. ” While this piece was written primarily for adult education, an adaptation for middle and high school teachers is included at the end of the document.