Current Events
How to talk about and teach current events.
Grades:
Middle School
150 Engaging Debate Topics for Middle School Students
Teach students to make effective arguments.
Schools Are No Longer Protected From Immigration Raids—What That Means for the 2025-26 School Year
We spoke with three experts about how to prepare for potential ICE raids this school year.
Chronic Absenteeism Is a Serious Issue: Teachers Weigh In
Kids can't learn if they're not even making it to school in the first place.
Grades:
High School
Students Are Falling for Fake News
Use these strategies to help kids sort out what's real.
24 Fun Activities To Honor Hispanic Heritage Month
Celebrate with virtual visits, traditional cooking, crafts, and more.
Trump Is Dismantling the Department of Education—What This Means for Teachers and Schools
We spoke with three education experts about the trickle-down effects teachers may see this year.
OPINION: After Idaho Bans “Everyone Is Welcome Here” Posters, Teachers Want To Know—Who Isn’t?
Plus, a free download of our poster.
How to Help the Texas Hill Country Right Now
How to donate money and flood relief items.
The Supreme Court Says Schools Need To Allow Opt-Outs From LGBTQ Stories—What Teachers Need To Know
If students and parents can veto specific lessons and assignments, where is the line?
Federal Court Blocks Louisiana’s Ten Commandments Law—What Teachers Need To Know
Displays in public schools risk violating the Establishment Clause by promoting religion.
5 Things Teachers Need to Know About Trump’s Executive Education Orders
We spoke with an education expert Jonathan Collins from Columbia University.
