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Two women embrace and smile at a public demonstration supporting immigrant rights. One holds a sign that reads, “There’s a million things I haven’t done,” symbolizing unfulfilled opportunities due to immigration barriers.

AFT February 25, 2025

Don’t panic, organize: Karen Reyes on the fight for immigrant rights

Karen Reyes, a teacher and DACA recipient, shares how she turned fear into action—organizing for immigrant rights and inspiring others to do the same.

A close-up view of the U.S. Department of Education building, showing its beige exterior with large windows and bold, silver lettering spelling out "U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION."

PBS News Hour Classroom February 15, 2025

Trump's Vision for Dismantling the Department of Education

Ask students: What programs might be affected by defunding the Education Department proposed by the Trump administration?

A three-piece band performs in a cozy indoor setting. The musician on the left, wearing a black outfit, sunglasses, and a beanie, sings into a microphone while playing an acoustic-electric guitar. In the center, a keyboardist in a light gray t-shirt and beige pants plays a Roland RD-88 keyboard. On the right, a bassist in a black shirt and jeans plays an electric bass while seated, reading from sheet music on a stand. The room has a relaxed, intimate atmosphere with amplifiers, cables, and musical equipment

PBS News Hour Classroom February 13, 2025

Art in Action: ‘Poet of Havana’ Uses His Music to Address Pain Caused by Politics

Ask students: What percent of Cuban citizens have left in recent years? Who is Carlos Varela, and what is his background?

Black and white historical photograph showing a group of Chinese people, including children and adults, dressed in traditional clothing. An elderly man leans down to interact with two small children wearing striped outfits and hats, while another child in a vest and hat holds one of their hands. Other adults stand nearby, some wearing long robes and hats. The scene appears to take place outdoors near a large wooden structure.

PBS News Hour Classroom February 12, 2025

The Legacy of Birthright Citizenship in The U.S.

Ask students: What does the executive order issued by the Trump administration say about birthright citizenship?

A lively brass band performs on an outdoor stage at night under a large banner that reads 'Getting Funky in Havana.' The musicians, playing trumpets, trombones, saxophones, and sousaphones, are dressed casually, with some wearing black t-shirts featuring the Cuban flag. Behind them, percussion instruments, keyboards, and amplifiers are set up. To the left, an artist paints on a canvas, adding a visual art element to the performance. The stage is illuminated by warm lighting, creating an energetic and festiv

PBS News Hour Classroom February 11, 2025

Using Music to Better Relations Between the U.S. and Cuba

Ask students: What are the economic conditions in Cuba? What have U.S.-Cuba diplomatic relations been like over the past few decades?

A kindergarten teacher sits on a chair in front of a group of young students seated on a blue carpet. She holds up two flashcards, one displaying the letter "Bb" and the other showing an image of an apple with the word "apple" written underneath. The students, dressed in uniforms, attentively watch the teacher, some raising their hands. The classroom features educational materials, a whiteboard, and a red easel with a "Same" and "Different" comparison chart. The background includes desks, books, and decorat

PBS News Hour Classroom February 10, 2025

How Federal Funding Disruption Is Impacting Community Health and Head Start Services

Ask students: Who are some of the people who have had difficulty accessing promised federal funds? What is Head Start, and what role does it serve in communities?

A doctor and a patient are having a discussion in a medical office. The doctor, a woman with curly hair wearing a white coat, is holding a tablet and explaining something to the patient, a man in a dark shirt who is listening attentively. The setting includes medical supplies on a counter and a window with natural light.

PBS News Hour Classroom February 06, 2025

What to Know About An AI Tool That "Hallucinates" or Makes Up Medical Transcriptions

Ask students: What are "hallucinations" as they relate to AI? Why is an AI system that makes errors during people's medical appointments a problem?

Donald Trump speaking outdoors at night near an aircraft and a set of stairs, with military personnel in the background. He is wearing a dark suit, white shirt, and blue tie, and appears to be mid-sentence with a serious expression

PBS News Hour Classroom February 04, 2025

Trump Gives Musk Unprecedented Access to Federal Systems

Ask students: Who is Elon Musk and what is his role in Trump's administration? What is DOGE? Why does Trump say he created it?

PBS News Hour Classroom January 31, 2025

How Sail-Powered Cargo Ships Use Sustainability on the High Seas

Ask students: When (in how many years) will the quantity of goods transported decrease? How much cargo can the Grain de Sail 2 hold?

Teach the Holocaust with confidence. Explore free lesson plans and resources to raise awareness and analyze its lasting impact.

PBS News Hour Classroom January 29, 2025

Museum Works to Preserve the Shoes of Auschwitz’s Youngest Victims

Ask students: What are the roles of the museum conservators working on the exhibit? Why did the museum focus on children's shoes to describe the atrocities of the Holocaust?