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Demolition crews tear down the East Wing of the White House as part of former President Trump's plan to build a new ballroom, October 2025.
PBS News Hour Classroom October 27, 2025

East Wing of White House Torn Down as Trump Clears Space for His Ballroom

White House East Wing demolition begins in 2025 to make way for Trump’s planned ballroom.

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A row of identical orange traffic cones stands upright, except for one bright pink cone that is knocked over, symbolizing nonconformity and disruption of traditional norms.
AFT October 27, 2025

Warning: Gender/Sexuality Study Class Ahead

Supporting all students through inclusive education.

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Historic photo of Mexican American families during the Great Depression, labeled “voluntary” deportees. Part of a lesson on 1930
Zinn Education Project October 23, 2025

Deportations on Trial: Mexican Americans During the Great Depression

Who is responsible for the illegal, mass deportations of Mexican Americans and immigrants during the Great Depression? Use this resource to help students analyze this 1920s event.

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Smiling parent with two children, all showing bandages on their arms after vaccination—representing confidence in immunization, family health, and informed vaccine decision-making.
Amanda Eisenberg October 22, 2025

Drowning Out the Noise: Addressing Vaccine Misinformation and Policy Changes 

How changing vaccine policies—and misinformation—are reshaping what families need to know. Get expert guidance to navigate it all.

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Three smiling participants take a selfie at a Wisconsin community dialogue event, standing in front of portraits and quotes—part of a local effort to foster connection across political differences.
PBS News Hour Classroom October 22, 2025

How This Non-Profit Attracts Both Liberals and Conservatives, Bucking Trend

Can liberals and conservatives really find common ground?

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AI Educator News Update – teacher-led funny AI headlines for educators
Kelly Booz October 21, 2025

Introducing the AI Educator News Update: When AI Tells You to Eat Rocks (and Other Real Headlines)

Stay current (and entertained) with the AI Educator News Update, a teacher-led look at the funniest, weirdest, and most teachable AI headlines each week.

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Front view of the U.S. Supreme Court building in Washington, D.C., at sunset, symbolizing debates over the Voting Rights Act and redistricting cases.
PBS News Hour Classroom October 20, 2025

Supreme Court Hears Arguments That Could Upend Voting Rights Act and Reshape Electoral Maps

Supreme Court takes up a pivotal case on the Voting Rights Act and redistricting.

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Illustration of people sharing a meal shaped like a red speech bubble, symbolizing conversation and connection.
StoryCorps October 16, 2025

The Great Thanksgiving Listen: How to Reconnect, Recharge and Refocus

Celebrate storytelling and connection this Thanksgiving with StoryCorps’ Great Thanksgiving Listen—students interview loved ones and preserve their voices in history.

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The New York Stock Exchange building with large American flags, symbolizing the financial sector's strong performance amid economic inequality.
PBS News Hour Classroom October 16, 2025

Why the Wealthy Are Thriving as Most Americans Fall Behind

Most Americans no longer believe in the American Dream. Here's what the latest numbers reveal—and why it matters.

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A person sits holding the book This Book Is Gay by Juno Dawson during a public event, symbolizing resistance to book bans targeting LGBTQ+ titles in public school libraries.
PBS News Hour Classroom October 15, 2025

Documentary Explores the Fight Against Book Bans by Public School Librarians

Note: If you are short on time, watch the video and complete this See, Think, Wonder activity: What did you notice? What did the story make you think about?

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