Teach the Love

Going deeper than surface level support into more meaningful inclusion   We are in the middle of a worldwide discussion on the importance of supporting marginalized groups. And while every experience is different, I wanted to share some suggestions for how you might show you care about those groups in your classroom. First, we must acknowledge that teaching is political and the decisions you make in the classroom may affect your life in different ways. Educate yourself on your school's policies and weigh the possible outcomes of each decision you make. I'm all for a "ask for forgiveness, not permission" and "discomfort of those in power is nowhere near the pain experienced by the targets of their oppression" kinda vibe, but I know that we often need to think about these things another way. So here is a wide range of supportive actions you can take to show your students and their families that you care. The Obvious There are many obvious ways to show your sup...