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A close-up of a 1997 U.S. penny standing upright on top of a pile of other pennies, symbolizing the ongoing debate about the value and cost of producing the one-cent coin.

PBS News Hour Classroom September 16, 2025

Does It Make Sense to Keep Minting the Penny?

Explore the debate over the U.S. penny—its cost, value, and future—in this PBS NewsHour Classroom economics lesson for middle and high school students.

Illustration of a teacher sitting in a circle with young students, welcoming them back to school—symbolizing connection, care, and a strong classroom community.

The Whole Child Model September 15, 2025

Welcome Back, Educators: Building the Foundation for a Successful School Year

Start the school year strong with classroom routines that build safety, connection, and student self-regulation. Free guides included.

Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro looks serious while standing outdoors, surrounded by others.

PBS News Hour Classroom September 15, 2025

Brazil's Former President Convicted of Attempted Coup

Brazil’s ex-president convicted of attempted coup. Use this PBS lesson to engage students in civic action and global democracy.

Basketball player Stephen Curry raises his arms in celebration while surrounded by community members at a service event, highlighting efforts with Martin Luther King III to unite communities through service.

PBS News Hour Classroom September 12, 2025

How Steph Curry and MLK III Are Working to Unite Communities Through Service

Steph Curry and Martin Luther King III team up to promote service, unity, and community engagement in this PBS NewsHour Classroom lesson.

Composite photo of two co-teachers smiling together at school and union events—wearing matching shirts, standing by a bus with signs—symbolizing partnership, friendship, and advocacy in education.

Amber Chandler September 12, 2025

The Perks of Being a Co-Teacher

Amber Chandler shares the perks of co-teaching—building connection, balance, and stronger support for every student in the classroom.

Group of Black women—survivors and descendants of 9/11 public service workers—gather outside a brick building, some seated and some standing, holding a framed photo honoring loved ones lost in the World Trade Center rescue efforts.

AFT September 12, 2025

On 9/11, the Spirit of Public Service Lives On

AFT honors 9/11’s legacy of public service, remembering lives lost and the enduring compassion, solidarity, and commitment of union members.

Amanda Eisenberg September 11, 2025

What Do Americans Need to Know About Ultra-Processed Foods?

Walk down any grocery store aisle in America, and chances are most of what you see falls into a single category: ultra-processed foods.

Abstract illustration with hands holding colorful shapes, a megaphone icon, and a laptop, symbolizing digital communication, media literacy, and online engagement.

Andy Kratochvil September 11, 2025

Teaching Through Turbulence: Addressing Political Violence

Explore updated resources to guide meaningful discussions on political violence, misinformation, and civil discourse in schools and communities.

Banner for Zinn Education Project’s Teach Truth on Constitution Day, September 17, 2025, featuring images of the U.S. Constitution, a painting of the Constitutional Convention, Black suffragists marching, and a flyer about voting rights. Coordinated by Rethinking Schools and Teaching for Change.

Zinn Education Project September 10, 2025

This Constitution Day: Give Students the Tools to Defend the Freedom to Learn

Free Constitution Day lessons and resources from the Zinn Education Project. Teach truth, rights, and the fight for the freedom to learn.

Residents wade through waist-deep floodwaters in a busy street in Bangladesh, carrying belongings while a small boat helps transport people. Shops are shuttered and signs are partially submerged, reflecting the devastating impact of rising sea levels on daily life.

PBS News Hour Classroom September 09, 2025

Climate Refugees Are Forced to Adapt, as Rising Sea Levels Swallow Bangladesh's Land

Rising seas in Bangladesh force families to adapt as climate refugees. In this lesson, explore how communities face displacement, survival, and resilience.