We need to celebrate and support #teachers and all those who work with children….all year! Nurses, counselors, social workers, daycare staff and more! They bring joy to their students! They need #joyful and supportive #leaders !

“There are still students confined to racially segregated institutions, unaware of the battles fought to dismantle these barriers.” Reflect on progress and challenges since Brown v. Board of Education with insights from Phelton Cortez Moss, Ph.D. and Brianna Nargiso: ascd.org/blogs/5-truths…

“Owning one’s learning is a powerful psychic reward.” Educational strategist Kass Minor [she/her/hers] shows how the “agenda-less meeting” can promote teacher agency.

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Striking the right balance between “total independence and soul-crushing restriction” is crucial for educator empowerment. In our May issue, “The Power of Teacher Agency,” authors share how to find the sweet spot.

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On the 70th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education, let's deepen our understanding of its lasting impact on education today. Educators, here’s what students need to know about this landmark case. Phelton Cortez Moss, Ph.D. ascd.org/blogs/5-truths…

With top-down policies and one-size-fits-all PD, educator autonomy can often feel out of reach. Dive into our May issue, 'The Power of Teacher Agency,' for strategies to reclaim teacher voice.

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To be truly self-motivated, a person has to have at least some power and control over what they’re doing or how they’re doing it. This applies to teachers as well as students. Mike Anderson

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“Stories don’t just educate; they resonate, connect, and cultivate a community where every voice enhances the educational journey.” LCT-E Learning Solutions (Equity Training 🤝🏽)

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ASCD is proud to honor community member Dr. Betina Hsieh 謝原真 for her work as an award-winning educator and #ASCDblog author. Read her piece on how to address the often hidden equity issues facing Asian American educators and students: ascd.org/el/articles/co…

An EdSurge research project shows how identity-based teacher affinity groups can be healing and agentic spaces.

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“Research finds that teachers who feel like they have greater classroom autonomy report higher levels of job satisfaction. And in turn, the more satisfied teachers are with their jobs, the more likely they are to stay in them.”

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It's absolutely critical (and not impossible) for teachers to be given some autonomy even within highly structured curriculum programs, says Mike Anderson. 🎧 ASCD EL Magazine
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School districts like Durham Public Schools, Elmhurst CUSD 205, and Pentucket - Dr. B. are defying post-pandemic math declines by prioritizing high-quality instruction and targeted support. Learn more about their effective strategies in elevating math education.

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Viewing lesson planning as a process of teaching, reflection, and revision makes teachers more likely to risk, experiment, and try something new. Sam Rhodes & Matthew Melville

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Appreciating teachers goes beyond words—it's about prioritizing professional collaboration and understanding classroom challenges. 🗓️ Dr. Stephanie Burroughs, Ed.D. shares how leaders can show gratitude by leveraging the school calendar: ascd.org/blogs/district… #TeacherAppreciationWeek

Veteran educator Jamel Adkins-Sharif shares ways all school leaders can create space for paraprofessionals, educators of color, and special education teachers to cultivate their own agency.

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School leaders can cultivate joy-filled thought sanctuaries by encouraging teachers to celebrate even the smallest of school or student feats. 💡 Kass Minor [she/her/hers]'s strategies for increasing the psychic rewards of teaching: ascd.org/el/articles/in… #TeacherAppreciationWeek

Post-pandemic math declines aren't universal. We can look to successful districts for lessons. Eureka Math’s Steven Shadel shares their approaches.

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Let's build a future where everyone knows they belong! Cheryl Blankman offers 5 strategies for educators to shift their thinking around disability and foster inclusive school communities. ascd.org/blogs/inclusio…

“Our school principal invites several 8th grade students back over the summer to talk on video about a teacher in our school who changed their life.” 🎥 ascd.org/el/articles/on… #TeacherAppreciationWeek