Black History Month: lesson plans and activities

February is Black History Month, an important time for educators and students to recognize the contributions and accomplishments of Black people throughout U.S. history and learn about the struggles and injustices of the past and present. Try incorporating these preK-16…

Union Talk Podcast: The Importance of Elections

The latest episode of the AFT’s “Union Talk” podcast showcases how elections matter. AFT President Randi Weingarten joins New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker to discuss how they’ve turned their election wins into real progress…

Tomorrow is Holocaust Remembrance Day 

Each year on Jan. 27—the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau—the world observes International Holocaust Remembrance Day. However, teaching about the Holocaust and equipping students with the tools to debunk disinformation around its history is important year-round. While learning about…