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Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, wearing a tactical vest and a cap labeled "POLICE ICE," addresses a group of law enforcement personnel inside a government building, with a U.S. Department of Homeland Security seal visible in the background.

PBS News Hour Classroom April 02, 2025

Migrants in U.S. Legally and With No Criminal History Caught Up in Trump Crackdown

Ask students: Who are the three people being targeted or detained by immigration officials? Where was Jasmine Mooney held when she was detained?

U.S. Senator Cory Booker stands at a podium in the Senate chamber with arms outstretched and a surprised expression, holding his glasses in one hand, while passionately speaking during a filibuster.

Natalie Dean April 01, 2025

Sen. Cory Booker Delivers Marathon Senate Speech in Policy Protest

Sen. Cory Booker made headlines with an over 25-hour filibuster protesting major policy proposals he said threatened democracy and social programs. Citing letters from constituents and civil rights leaders like John Lewis, Booker used his speech to spotlight the power of peaceful protest, civic engagement, and storytelling in shaping public policy.

A teen sitting at a desk watching a financial literacy lesson online. The computer screen shows a virtual teacher explaining budgeting and money concepts with a colorful pie chart. The visual represents practical money skills like savings, credit, and spending for teens learning how to manage finances.

Andy Kratochvil April 01, 2025

Why Financial Literacy for Teens Is a Must-Have Life Skill

Many teens graduate knowing how to solve for “x” but not how to manage money. This blog explores why financial literacy is essential for students’ independence and mental health—and shares free, classroom-ready resources for grades 6-12.

Former NIH Director Dr. Francis Collins and truck driver Wilk Wilson sit side by side during a thoughtful conversation about bridging America's social and political divides, as featured in a PBS NewsHour Classroom segment. Both are seated indoors with clip-on microphones, engaged in a serious discussion framed by natural window light.

PBS News Hour Classroom March 31, 2025

Ex-NIH Director and Truck Driver Explore How to Bridge Divisions Deepened by the Pandemic

Ask students: Why did officials initially tell Americans they didn't need to wear masks at the start of the pandemic? How can trust be rebuilt among Americans, according to Wilkinson and Collins?

Bronze statue of Ida B. Wells, an African American journalist and civil rights activist, standing in front of a white historic building with a rounded window. A vintage-style streetlamp and green trees are visible in the background under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

PBS News Hour Classroom March 27, 2025

A Look Inside the U.S. Mint’s Creation of a Quarter Clebrating Ida B. Wells

Ask students: Where are the quarters honoring notable American women made? What are some of the causes that Wells stood up for?

Close-up of a person's hand using a laptop keyboard in a dimly lit environment with blurred lights in the background

PBS News Hour Classroom March 26, 2025

How Online Misinformation Is ‘Supercharging’ Conspiracy Theories

Ask students: Why does the media environment, including social media, contribute to conspiracy theories, according to David Robert Grimes?

As the average cost of college in the United States soars, more young people are being drawn to skilled trades. It’s part of a career rethink among members of Gen Z, who have been called the “toolbelt generation.” Special correspondent Christopher Booker reports. View the transcript of the story. News alternative: Check out recent segments from the News Hour, and choose the story you’re most interested in watching. You can make a Google doc copy of discussion questions that work for any of the stories here

PBS News Hour Classroom March 25, 2025

Why Many in Gen Z Are Ditching College for Training in Skilled Trades

Ask students: Why are many students opting to go into skilled-trade training or community colleges instead of traditional four-year colleges?

Donald Trump sits at a small desk in front of children signing an executive order

PBS News Hour Classroom March 21, 2025

What's Next for the Department of Education After Trump Begins Effort to Eliminate It

Ask students: When was the Department of Education created? What is Trump's argument for shutting down the Department of Education?

Navajo Code Talker veteran Thomas Begay, wearing a red Marine Corps cap and yellow shirt, stands beside a framed artwork depicting World War II Navajo Code Talkers in action. The artwork features two soldiers communicating in a jungle setting, with a scenic backdrop including a rock formation and an American flag. A certificate is also visible on the wall behind him.

PBS News Hour Classroom March 20, 2025

Pentagon History Purge Highlights Which Stories Are Told and Why Others Are Ignored

Ask students: What department removed web pages and images honoring the contributions of women and people of color? Why were the Navajo Code Talkers important in World War II?

Police car with flashing blue lights on a city street at night, with blurred traffic and lights in the background."

PBS News Hour Classroom March 19, 2025

Why Police Still Lack Training to Effectively Respond to People with Disabilities

Ask students: How many people killed by police have disabilities? What kind of training is needed to help police officers better handle situations like Parsa's?