TL;DR: There are many ways to incorporate Jewish Heritage into your teaching during Jewish American Heritage Month. Remembering the Holocaust and teaching about tolerance and acceptance is important. Look into starting a No Place for Hate Club in your school. May is Jewish American Heritage Month. Jewish Americans have been recognized since 2006 when President George W. Bush proclaimed that … Read More
Jewish American Heritage Month and Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
TL;DR: May is Jewish American Heritage Month and Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. You can provide rich cross-curricular learning experiences on WW2 and the experiences, culture, and contributions of these groups. The month of May is designated as Jewish American Heritage Month and Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. During this month, we honor “the generations of … Read More
Education Considerations on Cultural Appropriation
TL;DR: Have you considered how you make your impact on society by teaching something you’re passionate about? Dive deeper into understanding cultural appropriation versus appreciation. What are some teachable moments in life you can embrace to make a difference? Ah, fashion. This is the thing I’m most passionate about! It is always more than just fashion when it comes to … Read More
Thrive Despite Radical Change
TL;DR: There are a lot of radical changes occurring in education these days. Remember your “why” for going into teaching. Connect with a network of teachers to find support and grow. Globally, many teachers face radical changes to education laws and rules in their state. Educators can feel like chess pieces with salary schedule changes, book bans, and bathroom bills. … Read More
The Reluctant Leader: First Things First
TL;DR: Being a leader, even a reluctant one, provides you with opportunities to make a difference. You can achieve great things when you have a true partnership with your administration. If you are passionate about something and know it is best for the students, go for it. The Reluctant Leader: First Things First When I first joined Plano High School, … Read More