Current Issues

Classroom activities to engage students in learning about and discussing issues in the news

Students discuss the rising cost of goods and services and consider why this is happening and what people propose to do about it.

Students learn about three activists who are credited with starting the Stonewall Rebellion that launched the modern LGBTQ+ liberation movement.

Through readings, circle gatherings, and resources, students explore the history of Juneteenth and share their thoughts about community, liberation, and celebration. 

We offer guidelines and activities for discussing upsetting events and for supporting students in their aftermath. 

 

This simple process will enable your class to create a song expressing their feelings about the climate crisis - or other issues on their minds. 

Young people led the way in historic union victories at Amazon and Starbucks. Is labor making a comeback? 

Collected lessons and resources for increasing knowledge and awareness during AAPI month - or any time. 

May is AAPI Heritage Month. These maps, definitions, and links to additional resources provide an introduction to the AAPI community and AAPI issues. 

Students listen to and reflect on a range of voices about the leaked Supreme Court draft ruling that would reverse Roe v. Wade. 

Honor the planet by engaging students in our lessons on the environment and climate.