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Priyank Minisode Hero

Priyank Bhatt, a lead math teacher at West Side High School in Newark, New Jersey, discusses his personal and professional journey, which began in India. From learning English with the help of a dedicated ELA teacher—and American cartoons—to excelling in math class and eventually tutoring his friends, Priyank forged a path rooted in education.

Ali Habashi
Former Shaped Editor

Strategies for a good school year esther wojcicki

Have students interview each other. In the next class, whether it's online or not, let students share their interests, experiences, and feelings. There are many back-to-school activities that teachers can use as icebreakers, but this one is my favorite because the kids get to know each other, which makes them excited about your class.

Esther Wojcicki
Journalist and Teacher; Founder, Palo Alto High Media Arts Program

Carol Jago Blogs3

These stories will probably stick with you the rest of your life—the characters and what they experience are just that unforgettable! 

Shaped Staff

Carol Jago Blogs4

These stories will probably stick with you the rest of your life—the characters and what they experience are just that unforgettable!

Shaped Staff

NEW March Wash

Get all the details about this year’s March on Washington, plus activities to engage elementary, middle, and high school students in the cause.

Shaped Staff

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In addition to figuring out the complexities behind general reopening details, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a number of new priorities for education leaders.

Jordan Friedman
Former Shaped Editor

Racial justice in education

Education leaders can assess how they are doing when it comes to racial justice in education and equity in the classroom by examining these five crucial areas.

Dr. Tyrone C. Howard
Professor, UCLA; Senior Fellow, The Center for Model Schools; HMH Learning Sciences & Research Advisory Board

Innovation for Equity Panelists 200730 193945

Find out what leaders in the education space had to say at the July 15 Innovation For Equity online event.

Janna Sakson
Shaped Contributor

Carol Jago Blogs5

Dystopian novels—often set in the future—depict undesirable or frightening societies where the citizens suffer from restrictions and/or injustices.

Carol Jago Blogs6

Dystopian novels—often set in the future—depict undesirable or frightening societies where the citizens suffer from restrictions and/or injustices.

Shaped Staff

WF1237076 Hero

Download a sample chapter from Finish the Fight!, accompanied by activities to engage students and honor 100 years of voting rights for women.

Shaped Staff

New peters

Superintendent of Providence Public Schools Harrison Peters describes the changes his district is making to ensure equity for all students.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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Exploren una variedad de actividades de aprendizaje para alentar a su niño(a) a realizar exploraciones científicas de objetos en el cielo.

K Science Up in the sky hero

Exploren una variedad de actividades de aprendizaje para alentar a su niño(a) a realizar exploraciones científicas de objetos en el cielo.

Carol Jago Blogs 11

Though we may sometimes disagree with our friends or family members, they are often the ones we rely on to see us through difficult times.

Carol Jago Blogs 12

Though we may sometimes have differences of opinion with our friends or family members, they are often the ones we rely on to see us through difficult times.

SPED Hero

A former director of special education weighs in on the challenges of remote learning and strategies for overcoming them.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

K Science Up in the sky hero

Explore a variety of scientific learning activities to engage your child in objects in the sky.

Shaped Staff