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In honor of Teacher Appreciation week, Morningside Center offers this Circle-based lesson as an invitation for students and Circle keepers to reflect on the impactful teachers and “teachers” in their lives; what lessons were learned; and ways they’ve passed this learning forward.
Spring is a natural time for transformation, for embracing new beginnings while shedding those attitudes or mindsets that no longer serve us. It’s also an ideal time to consider the changes in our lives and their impact. In this lesson students reflect on change, grief, and loss through a scrawl wall, a circle, and building a collective playlist.
In this lesson students examine New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s inauguration speech to learn what a speech can reveal about a leader’s values, priorities and vision for democracy—and how a speech can shape how people see themselves and others in a community.
SEL & RP
Activities to support students' social and emotional learning and restorative practices
Current Issues
Classroom activities to engage students in learning about and discussing issues in the news
Tips & Ideas
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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.
Invite students to think about the power of storytelling, and make time for storytelling in your classroom.
Students consider what it's like to be a refugee through poetry, photos, and videos, and discuss the UN statement that the solidarity for Ukrainians should "set the example for all
Honor the planet by engaging students in our lessons on the environment and climate.
Students learn about the history and impact of Title IX and discuss the continuing struggle for gender equity in sports.
Students discuss the historic Sandy Hook Families vs. Remington Arms lawsuit and its argument that the company marketed violence to vulnerable young men.
Judge Jackson may become the first Black woman on the Supreme Court. Students explore the confirmation process, Jackson's background, and diversity on the court.
Students reflect on global headlines about the invasion and the response to it, then hear and discuss the voices of Ukrainians.
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School boards around the country are embroiled in controversies on issues ranging from the rights of transgender students to teaching on race. Should students have a say on school
Young people are exposed to more troubling, tragic, and controversial events than ever before, often starting at a young age. Here are steps we can take to address upsetting events
In honor of Black History Month, consider these lessons on everything from the story of Black farmers to the history of voter suppression.
Students explore the diversity of names and traditions people in different countries use to celebrate the Lunar New Year, and consider how we can be more inclusive in marking this
Some suggestions to give your students space to share their thoughts and feelings about the events surrounding the death of Tyre Nichols.