Current Events and Controversies
To support staff and students as we navigate controversial events that impact our culture, country, and community...
January 6, 2021 Siege of the Nation's Capitol building served as a culmination of years of controversy. These events spill over into the lives of our students and families, and teachers need support in how best to address them. This page was created to support those efforts but also as a space for future events....
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From Scholastic Magazine
Dear Teachers,
Like you, we watched with shock and dismay yesterday as a mob attacked the United States Capitol. And right away, we thought of you and your students. We heard from many of you directly. You told us that you needed help providing background and context for your students, for managing questions and discussions. As always, we wanted to be there for you.
Our magazine teams worked through the night to create clear, age-appropriate resources for you and your students—and for you to share with parents and your fellow teachers. You can access them here:
Scholastic was founded 100 years ago with a clear mission: to support teachers and to help children understand themselves and the world. This mission—and the work you do—has never felt more urgent.
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