A world history teacher at Ron Brown College Prep, Travis Bouldin, shares his perspective on what it means to be a culturally responsive educator in this unique public high school for young men of color. A veteran educator who has taught in several other urban districts, Bouldin explains some of the effects that poverty, violence, and trauma has on his students' ability to learn and to interact with peers and adults. Ron Brown--which has an intense focus on developing students' social-emotional skills and creating a culture where students feel safe physically and comfortable expressing themselves in the classroom--also emphasizes a college-preparatory curriculum. For the past year, Education Week's Kavitha Cardoza and NPR's Cory Turner visited Ron Brown weekly -- and some weeks, daily -- to witness the birth of this new school and to see how its staff tackles some of the toughest challenges in education. We spent hundreds of hours there, from the earliest days to the last bell.

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The $660 million Local Food for Schools grant program was created in 2021 to give schools and child care facilities the opportunity to buy food from small farms and local producers.

For Pittsburgh public schools, the grant meant students enjoyed more fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as 100% beef burgers, in their school meals.

As of March, though, the program was abruptly canceled amid the Trump administration’s cost-cutting efforts.

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The Supreme Court last week sided with a former high school cheerleader after a profane Snapchat post got her suspended from the team. Here's what the court said and the case's impact on student speech rights.

The Supreme Court issued an important decision on LGBTQ rights in the workplace this week. Here’s how this sweeping decision could affect disputes over issues like bathroom access in schools and transgender athletes that are still boiling in the courts.

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Difficult news is everywhere recently—climate disasters, refugee crises, and wars are among the devastating headlines. Lacking up-to-date resources and tools to respond to the rush of developments, educators have often been at a loss for how best to navigate these conversations in the classroom, especially around topics that can be charged at every angle.

The most recent event, the latest war between Israel and Hamas, will surely test educators as they try to help their students process their emotions and talk about the complex nature of this conflict. Abby R. Weiss—the chief program officer of Facing History and Ourselves, which provides instructional guidance to educators—offers suggestions for how educators can encourage healthy and helpful discussion in the classroom.

Where should teachers start? By checking in with themselves first, Weiss says. When teachers admit to what they don’t know, the moment can provide an opportunity to share a learning experience with their students.

President-elect Donald Trump ran on a pledge to abolish the U.S. Department of Education. After his election victory, a flood of educators and activists have asked the same question: Can he really do that?

The short answer: It’s possible, but he couldn’t do it alone. Members of Congress would have to approve a plan to reorganize federal agencies, and Trump would face a lot of hurdles in winning their support.

And even if the agency closed, its responsibilities—like administering Title I funding, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and student loans—would be transferred to other federal agencies.

Conservative pledges to shut down the Education Department date back to the presidency of Ronald Reagan, shortly after the agency’s 1979 creation. None have followed through on that promise—so far.

Paris Kent, the dance director at Bellaire High School in Houston, has sent her students into physics classes to help students learn about the rotation of an axis through the movement of their bodies, demonstrating how a person’s size impacts the speed of the rotation. It’s just one way Kent works to incorporate dance across the curriculum.

But the methods for utilizing movement are just as plentiful as the reasons for doing so—from giving students an opportunity to share elements of their culture, creating connections between students and their teachers, and increasing student engagement.

Here, Kent shares how teachers can incorporate dance and movement into their classrooms in small, time-effective ways.

At the Bronx Parent Center in New York, professors are training parents to play a more active role in their children's schooling, teaching them strategies for helping their children build academic, behavioral, and social skills. ____________________

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Discover how resilience can be a powerful force! In this K12 Teaching Moment, we’ll discuss how the popular Star Wars™ franchise almost went a different route with one of its iconic characters, Yoda. Don’t worry—after much trial and error, they still created the legendary, wise Jedi Master we know and love today. When’s a time you’ve shown resilience? Comment below!

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There are several types of football played around the world! Each competitive sport has its own rules and unique style of play, making football a diverse and thrilling sport enjoyed globally. Learn about the different types of football in this K12 Teaching Moment!

If you enjoyed learning about football, you might want to watch other insightful videos in our Teachable Moments Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playli....st?list=PL8p4oyFjTyO

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Mathematical discoveries happen every day. PEMDAS wasn’t even a thing until the 1900s! In this K12 Teaching Moment, our host, David, will walk you through the order of operations and how it became standardized across the world.

Scroll down to see the answer and how it is solved...


How to Solve: 20 − 5 ÷ (2+3)
Step 1: Solve what is in the parentheses (PEMDAS) first, so 2+3 = 5
Now the equation is 20 – 5 ÷ 5
Step 2: Do the division (PEMDAS), so 5 ÷ 5 = 1
Now the equation is 20 – 1
Step 3: Subtract the final numbers (PEMDAS), so 20 – 1 =19
And the answer is 19!

Every student’s story looks different—here’s one of
them, drawn out. 🖍✨ #DrawMyLife #OnlineSchool #OnlineStudent #K12 #Shorts

We are thrilled to announce the winners of this year’s K12 Photo Competition, showcasing the incredible talent and creativity of students from across the nation.⭐️

📅 Date: October 30, 2024
🕒 Time: 5:00 PM (ET)
📍 Location: Live-streamed on YouTube

In this exciting event, we’ll reveal a 1st place, 2nd place, and People’s Choice winner in each grade level (K-12)! :trophy:
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K12 Robotics Competition – Full Showcase Video (YouTube)
On June 3, 2025, nine teams of students gathered for the ultimate battle of the bots—the
K12 Robotics Competition finals. If you couldn’t attend the in-person event, now’s your
time to catch up on all the action!
These teams emerged as the top robotics masters in their grade bands after two qualifier
rounds. They’ve proven themselves to be true robotics masters, demonstrating innovation,
creativity, and problem-solving skills—not to mention great teamwork. Find out here who
will emerge victorious and take home the grand prize of $500.
Let the bot battles begin!

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There’s nothing more aesthetically pleasing than GOLD. ⭐🤩 That’s why the golden ratio can be found just about anywhere—even in this K12 Teaching Moment! What do you think? Is the golden ratio as beautiful as people say? 👀 Comment below. #shorts

Could you draw the water cycle blindfolded? Let’s see if K12 teacher Matt can pass the test and teach us more about science.

In this episode of Can You Teach Us—the gameshow that puts teachers on the spot and in the spotlight—Matt gets quizzed on his science smarts on topics from photosynthesis to black holes. But this isn’t a simple multiple-choice kind of test. There are acting challenges, bonus points about Pluto, the former planet, and limited time on the clock!

Can You Teach Us takes K12 teachers out of their virtual classroom comfort zone and onto an in-person set for rapid-fire, knowledge-testing games in their subject area. They’ll need their expertise, speed, and lots of creativity to earn points. Plus, it’s a lot of fun, and teachers deserve to have a good time, too.

Make sure to subscribe to be the first to know about future episodes and remember to stay curious!

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K12 started 25 years ago with one goal: to bring learning online. Today, more than 3 million students have chosen K12-powered online schools, and the employees, teachers, and leaders of K12 are committed to serving them another 25 years and beyond.

To celebrate 25 years of K12, real employees and educators share letters of gratitude, support, and their biggest cheers. Subscribe to our social channels to hear more stories from students, families, teachers, and employees and celebrate 25 years of K12.

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Join Aliyah in the kitchen to witness her passion and joy for food and family. Then, gather at the table to hear about the benefits of K12-powered online school.

Aliyah loves doing her schoolwork from home and at her own pace. Aliyah’s parents appreciate that K12-powered school is preparing her for the future with a forward-thinking approach. And it’s clear they all enjoy the family vibes and culinary results.

As K12 celebrates 25 years of providing online school options for families, we’re savoring all the success K12-powered students have found through personalized, online learning. We can’t wait to see what the next 25 years will bring. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/4hEkJVY

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The Little Mermaid was a tale of fancy dancing, death by sea foam, and an ocean's worth of bummers — not-so-happily ever after! Learn about the original Hans Christian Anderson classic in this K12 Teaching Moment!

If you enjoyed learning an interesting fact about the little mermaid story, you might want to watch other insightful videos in our Teachable Moments Playlist:
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Welcome to the 2024 K12 Innovation Challenge National Finalists’ Presentations!

This year, we invited students in grades K–12 to submit creative solutions for safeguarding our delicate ecosystems. In partnership with Exploring by the Seat of Your Pants, Clearwater
Marine Aquarium, and Ecology Project International, K12 challenged students to address environmental issues within their communities or globally. Students worked individually or in teams of up to three to design, submit, and present proposals in one of six theme areas: habitat restoration, ocean vitality, future farm, endangered species, animal welfare rescue, community engagement.

Today, we celebrate the final presentations from middle and high school students and crown our national winners! Congratulations to all the students presenting today—you’ve done incredible work, and the world needs your big ideas. We also extend our gratitude to all participants for sharing your innovative solutions with us.

Date: June 17th, 2024
Time: 8AM Eastern Time
Location: Live-streamed on Facebook + Youtube
Hosted by: K12
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