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Deadline for applications: The Sex Education Initiative – A FREE Teacher Training Program at Teachers College, Columbia University

Are you a sexual and reproductive health (SRH) educator working with youth? If yes, please apply for our 2022 professional development training – only a limited number of spots are available! The Sex Education Initiative (SEI) invites applicants for the Fall 2022 cohort interested in innovating their current SRH curriculum. SEI’s unique programming focuses on […]

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Early Childhood Self-Assessment Tool for Family Shelters

Young children staying in shelters have unique needs to ensure their development is nurtured. The Administration for Children and Families designed a self-assessment tool for shelters to use in order to assess how the physical, socio-emotional, and intellectual environment can support young children. Join SchoolHouse Connection, Partners for Impact, and the People’s Emergency Center to

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The Sex Education Initiative (SEI) – A FREE Teacher Training Program at Teachers College, Columbia University

Are you a sexual and reproductive health (SRH) educator working with youth? If yes, please apply for our 2022 professional development training! The Sex Education Initiative (SEI) invites applicants for the Fall 2022 cohort interested in innovating their current SRH curriculum. SEI’s unique programming focuses on Reproductive Identity Formation (RIF)– a groundbreaking new approach to

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Teach Climate Network Workshop: Tackling Climate Change Disinformation in the Classroom

Have you ever been asked by a student, parent, or colleague, “Is that really true? I’ve heard/seen something different on the news.” Attempting to teach about a subject that has become as controversial as climate change can be incredibly challenging, especially when you don’t feel like you have adequate answers or information for students. Join

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A Conversation with Chancellor David Banks

Join Shael Polakow-Suransky, GSE ’00, President, Bank Street College of Education, for a conversation with David Banks, Chancellor, New York City Department of Education, and longtime leader and innovator in public education. The event is co-sponsored by Progressive Education Network of New York and New York Performance Standards Consortium. About the Speakers David C. Banks is

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The toll on students: Philadelphia’s gun violence epidemic and mental health

Philadelphia is experiencing historic levels of gun violence — and the city’s students are among those directly impacted by this community trauma. This reality is taking a toll on schools, which are already reeling from the disruption of the pandemic and now struggling to meet the mental health needs of students who have been shot, involved in a shooting, or

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National Museum of African American History & Culture – Livestream Tour

The NMAAHC is the world’s largest museum dedicated to African-American history and culture. It ranked as the fourth most-visited Smithsonian museum in its first full year of operation. The museum has more than 40,000 objects in its collection, although only about 3,500 items are on display. The 350,000-square-foot (33,000 m2), 10 story building (five above

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The Lost Promise: American Universities in the 1960s

Schrecker illuminates how US universities’ explosive growth intersected with the turmoil of the 1960s, fomenting an unprecedented crisis where dissent over racial inequality and the Vietnam War erupted into direct action. Torn by internal power struggles and demonized by conservative voices, higher education never fully recovered, resulting in decades of underfunding and today’s woefully inequitable

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Defining Moments in Black History

In this collection of thoughtful, provocative essays, Gregory charts the complex and often obscured history of the African American experience. In his unapologetically candid voice, he moves from African ancestry and surviving the Middle Passage to the creation of the Jheri Curl, the enjoyment of bacon and everything pig, the headline-making shootings of black men,

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History of Indian Food

Hear from cookbook author and food writer Sonal Ved, Indian food historian and archeologist Kurush Dalal, and chef Prateek Sadhu of Masque, #32 on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2021. At the brink of the release of Ved’s newest book, Whose Samosa Is It Anyway? , the trio will be on zoom from India to discuss

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Far East Deep South

Far East Deep South showcases the Chiu Family’s testimony as they embark on a surprising journey through Mississippi in search of their lost family history. Along the way, they meet a diverse group of local residents and historians, who shed light on the racially complex history of the early Chinese in the segregated South. Directed

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How research demonstrates impact and fuels OneGoal’s strategy

As a learning organization, research plays a vital role in the systems OneGoal creates and can inform strategies to achieve our mission. A new, rigorous evaluation conducted by researchers at The University of Chicago looks at OneGoal’s impact on students’ postsecondary outcomes and critical high school milestones. Join our webinar to learn how OneGoal translates

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My Chinese American Life from Flushing to the Downtown Stage and Beyond

In the 1970s, NYC, like most of the world, was in the throes of regenerating itself in the wake of major social and cultural changes resulting from the Counterculture and Civil Rights movements. And by the 1980s, Flushing had become NYC’s second Chinatown. But Eng remained one of the neighborhood’s few Chinese citizens who could

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2022 Teaching Kindergarten Conference: “Where Did the Garden Go? Rediscovering the Joy and Purpose of Kindergarten”

This year’s two-day online conference—“Where Did the Garden Go? Rediscovering the Joy and Purpose of Kindergarten”—honors and celebrates the hard work of all kindergarten teachers during this extraordinary time. Join kindergarten teachers, administrators, social workers, paraprofessionals, higher education faculty, and graduate students from Friday, April 8 (5:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET) and Saturday, April

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Native New York: American Indians and Dutch New Amsterdam

Our popular Native New York course for educators is once again available online—and free! Explore the history and legacies of early New York through guided workshops, lectures with thought-provoking guest speakers, and primary source analysis. Learn about the cultural, economic, and political relationships between the Lenape and the Dutch in the 16th and 17th centuries

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Music for Liberation

This workshop will explore how Miriam Makeba’s anti-apartheid activism motivated her music and interviews during her lifetime while connecting with primary source documents, such as song lyrics, photographs, and timelines, to inspire the creation of song hooks, anthems, and messages for liberation. Participants will study numerous examples of Makeba’s activism such as songs “West Wind

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Rediscovering Pan-Africanism and Miriam Makeba

This workshop examines Pan-Africanism, an African cultural movement championing unification and agency in response to oppression, within the context of Miriam Makeba’s career. It will investigate the linguistic diversity of her songs, for example “Malaika,” “A Luta Continua,” and “Qonqothwane,” and how that propelled her to becoming a symbol of pride and solidarity throughout Africa.

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INFORMATION SESSION: COLLEGE APPLICATION SUMMER INTENSIVE PREP 2022

INFORMATION SESSION: COLLEGE APPLICATION SUMMER INTENSIVE PREP 2022 Please register for our information sessions and learn more about our unique summer college admissions enrichment. Make your college application stand out from the crowd through our College Application Summer Intensive Prep Program. In this two-week program, you’ll have the opportunity to take classes with high school

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Classroom conversations: How the CRT debate and the culture wars impact students in Tennessee

Across the country, new laws targeting critical race theory and debated books are influencing the small but pivotal decisions educators make every day: how to answer a student’s question, what texts to read as a class, how to prepare for a lesson. Eight states now have laws restricting how schools can teach about racism and

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Teaching About Japanese American Incarceration During WWII

Empower students to identify injustice with a literary and historical examination of Japanese American Incarceration during World War II. We will feature Facing History and Ourselves’ educator’s guide to Jeanne Wakatusuki Houston’s memoir Farewell to Manzanar, which uses primary sources to examine this troubling chapter in American history. CTLE Credits available for New York educators.

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The Chinese Question: The Gold Rushes and Global Politics

Historian Mae Ngai discusses her latest book The Chinese Question: The Gold Rushes and Global Politics with Beth Lew-Williams (author of The Chinese Must Go), Associate Professor of History at Princeton University. The Chinese Question narrates a complex history of the economic, social, and cultural circumstances around the mid-19th century gold rushes in America, South

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Exploring the Legacy of the Transcontinental Railroad

Learn about the history of Chinese American contributions in the United States and to the Transcontinental Railroad, as well as archeological, organizational, and arts-based efforts to uncover and uplift the stories and contributions of Chinese Transcontinental Railroad workers and their descendants in America: -History of the Chinese American contribution to the US and TR left

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American Survivors: Trans-Pacific Memories of Hiroshima and Nagasaki

Using more than 130 oral histories of Japanese American and Korean American survivors, their family members, community activists, and physicians – most of which appear here for the first time – Naoko Wake reveals a cross-national history of war, illness, immigration, gender, family, and community from intimately personal perspectives. American Survivorsbrings to light the history

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A Tale of Three Chinatowns

Lisa Mao’s A TALE OF THREE CHINATOWNS is a feature-length documentary that explores the survival of urban ethnic neighborhoods. Specifically examining Chinatowns in three American cities, the film looks at the forces altering each community and the challenges that go with them. The film profiles Chinatowns in Washington, D.C., Chicago, and Boston and features the voices

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Federal funding and mental health: What’s working in Michigan schools

Student mental health has suffered through the pandemic. Michigan districts are working to use federal COVID funds to implement new curriculums and programs focused on well-being, and most of all by hiring social workers and counselors.  School leaders across Michigan have $6 billion to spend, the largest single influx of federal education dollars in state

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Asian Americans in Philadelphia from the 1800s to the present.

From the colonial era to the present, generations of Asian immigrants and their American-born descendants have transformed the face of America and been affected by it. What has been the unique story of Philadelphia’s Chinatown? It has often been overshadowed by Chinatowns in San Francisco and New York City. This small but culturally rich community

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Charter School Operations

We have the ideal session for new school-based operation professionals! Understanding school operations is critical to the success of your students, faculty and families. During this session we will discuss the following: Define school operations in a charter school setting Overview of the Roles and Responsibilities of an Operations Team Key Mindsets for Success in

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2022-2023 Student Recruitment Planning Sessions

Join us for a 3-week online series focusing on charter school student recruitment! Let’s work together to ensure you meet your student recruitment goals for the 2022-2023 school year! We will take a deep-dive into best practices, effective and ineffective recruitment strategies, develop individual school-based toolboxes, establish community engagement strategies, database research and engagement as

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Discovery Education Equity Talks: Women’s Power & Voice for Women’s History Month

Join us for Discovery Education Equity Talks, a live webinar series featuring the nation’s top education leaders. Moderated by Dr. Luvelle Brown, superintendent of Ithaca City School District, these 45-minute segments focus on how school leaders are cultivating equity and excellence in education, with a focus on Women Power & Voice for Women’s History Month. Speakers:

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Getting Money in the Pockets of Transition Aged Youth: Accessing Tax Credits

The American Rescue Plan and related federal pandemic legislation brought temporary changes in the tax laws that benefit transition-aged youth (18-24 year olds) experiencing homelessness. Young people who worked last year and parenting youth, for example, may be eligible for several thousand dollars. To get these funds young people must file their taxes. Come hear

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Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation (Columbus, Indiana) Teacher Fair

Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation located in Columbus, Indiana is hiring for the 2022-2023 school year and will be hosting a Teacher Fair virtually on March 29, 2022.  BCSC is a public Pre-K – 12 school corporation with over 11, 500 students, 760 teachers, 18 schools, multiple pathways and a diverse student population.  Sign up for

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What is Nikkei Food?

What differentiates “Nikkei food” from “Japanese food”? Is it how Nikkei families and communities combine traditional foods with local ingredients? How does the food you eat express your cultural identity? How does food help to connect your community and bring people together? What kinds of recipes have been passed down from generation to generation in

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The Forgotten Chinese of the California Napa Valley

Chinese workers were the main workforce in industries throughout the Napa Valley between 1870 and 1900. They dominated the wine industry, quicksilver mining, hop farming, leather tannery work, laundries, and much more. There were significant Chinatowns in every major city throughout the Napa Valley. Yet after 1900, thanks to the 1882 Chinese Exclusion Act (renewed and extended for

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TECHademy: Shape Your Students’ Future with Computational Thinking

Join us virtually to learn, connect and share with educators from across the US for a unique opportunity to participate in an Ignite My Future in School Virtual TECHademy. Discovery Education has partnered with Tata Consultancy Services to host 1.5-hour immersive virtual Professional Learning session that focus on engaging students in real world problem solving.

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Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of Executive Order 9066

EO 9066 was issued by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1942 which effectively led to the incarceration of nearly 120,000 Japanese Americans during World War II. On this 80th anniversary, we will premiere a never before seen discussion between Bob Bratt, former Redress Administrator of the Office of Redress (ORA) Administrator, Deputy Administrator Joanne Chiedi

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WE HEREBY REFUSE: Japanese American Resistance to Wartime Incarceration

Frank Abe, writer of WE HEREBY REFUSE: Japanese American Resistance to Wartime Incarceration, will be joined in conversation with Kathleen Purcell, daughter of Mitsuye Endo’s attorney James Purcell; Wayne Collins Jr., the son of Hiroshi Kashiwagi’s attorney Wayne Collins; and Sadako Kashiwagi, Hiroshi Kashiwagi’s wife. They will share the stories of James Purcell, Wayne Collins,

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Resistance at Tule Lake

February 19th marks the Day of Remembrance – commemorating the tragic internment of 110,000 Japanese Americans during World War II. “Resistance at Tule Lake is a potent piece of history at a time when the United States is once again feeling less than hospitable.” – Mike Hall, The New York Times  

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Americans in China: Encounters with the People’s Republic

Terry Lautz’s Americans in China tells the stories of men and women who have engaged with China through politics, diplomacy, education, science, business, art, law, journalism, and human rights. Their pathbreaking experiences provide unique insights and deep human perspectives on issues that have shaped US engagement with the People’s Republic. Three of the book’s chapters involve

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Carnegie Connects: A Conversation With Ken Burns

Acclaimed documentary filmmaker Ken Burns has emerged as one of America’s most gifted and prolific storytellers. From baseball to country music and his upcoming film on Benjamin Franklin, Burns explores America’s greatest achievements and most extraordinary heroes. But he also documents the darkest moments of the American republic, such as the Civil War and the

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The Year of the Tiger Hat

Residency Artist, Jia Sung will discuss “Guardian Xianchan”, her playful wearable lantern which celebrates the Chinese textile tradition of tiger hats (虎頭帽). Artist Ling Tang will walk us through a workshop to create your own tiger-hat-inspired LNY decoration which you can send to Chinatown small businesses to wish them a Happy New Year. We’ll also

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Webinar: The Impact of a Degree: First-Generation Graduates Share Their Stories.

Is college worth it? Studies show that postsecondary degrees are crucial to finding a meaningful and fruitful career. Join OneGoal webinar to hear from OneGoal alumni how their postsecondary achievements affected their lives, some of the challenges, and what advice they would give other students looking for their futures. Join our host, Karla Robles, OneGoal

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The Mindset of a TrueSport Champion Virtual Town Hall

Presented by TrueSport and Discovery Education, students will explore the personal stories of three Olympic athletes and learn how their focus on developing key life skills and core values helped them become successful in athletics and life. Engage students in a discussion of sportsmanship, character building and clean, healthy performance through the reflections of Abby

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Apollo in the Classroom – Rhythm and Blues

Apollo in the Classroom series offers a unique opportunity for educators and school administrators from around the country to engage with Apollo teaching artists and other educators. Learn about Apollo’s impact highlighting significant performers who have advanced the arts and entertainment landscape. This presentation will focus on Rhythm and Blues through the lens of Apollo’s

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Apollo in the Classroom – Jazz

Apollo in the Classroom series offers a unique opportunity for educators and school administrators from around the country to engage with Apollo teaching artists and other educators. Learn about Apollo’s impact while highlighting significant performers who have advanced the arts and entertainment landscape. This presentation focuses on Jazz through the lens of Apollo’s iconic history using interactive multimedia and discussion

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Winning With STEM A Virtual Field Trip with Olympian Katie Ledecky and Panasonic

Join Katie Ledecky, 3-time Olympian, 7-time Olympic Gold Medalist swimmer, proud STEM advocate and Team Panasonic athlete, for an immersive deep dive into game-changing tech that’s creating better ways forward for all people. Transport students to five Innovation Centers around North America for a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the everyday inspiration Panasonic’s team uses to power

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Supporting Students In Challenging Times

This seminar series will address the disruptions and uncertainties brought about by the challenges of our times and its impact on our students and their families. Through a classroom based case study framework participants will collaborate and identify practices to support learners with a range of emotional and cognitive difficulties. Classroom structure, environment and strategies

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Pipelines for Excellence: African-American Senior Leadership in Education

As districts and policymakers across the city seek to increase diversity in the education sector, Black men continue to be underrepresented, making up only 2% of educators and leaders across the system. Join NYC First Deputy Chancellor Donald Conyers, UC Berkeley Assistant Professor Travis Bristol, and Urban Assembly CEO David Adams as they discuss the

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A Candid Conversation on SEL: Effective ways to develop social competence, academic performance, and educator well-being

Schools and communities across the country continue to wrestle with the impact of COVID as they stay committed to supporting our students and educators. SEL is considered critical to raising healthy, more productive, self-aware citizens outside the classroom. With 27 states now adopting SEL standards, evidence for SEL effectiveness in developing social competence, academic performance, and

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One Community, One Book: A Conversation with Award-Winning Author Kelly Yang

Stories have the ability to open our eyes to different ideas, introduce us to new people, and take us on exciting journeys. Falling in love with reading helps students become leaders of tomorrow, and more active and engaged community members today. The Robertson Center is excited to invite you to our One Community, One Book

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Learning A-Z CONNECT: The Power of Engagement in the Modern Classroom

Learning A-Z will be hosting our second annual complimentary CONNECT virtual conference: The Power of Engagement in the Modern Classroom. This CONNECT conference is all about the power of engagement. Engagement unlocks potential. It’s at the core of an empowered community. The conference will offer two tracks, an Administrator-focused track and a Teacher-focused track.* Join

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