We connect Teach For America teachers and alumni with each other for support and provides a place for them to share their stories with the world.
Each day we’re providing a window into classrooms across the country as seen through the eyes of real teachers… written in their own words.
— "And I said, Here am I, send me."Yesterday was the first time since my commitment that I realized, for some of my kids, school truly is the safest place to be for them.
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— Facing La FronteraWhile I know these are students who would have to make drastic changes to be competitive for these colleges, I also know that the first step is investing them in these goals.
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— Caroline in the DeltaIf she doesn’t learn to put her name on her paper now, even if it’s the first and only time she forgot, when will she?
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— Becoming A ChiefSo in one week, I had to take two days off. TWO!
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Teach For Us is the network connecting Teach For America corps members and alumni who share their stories about ensuring an excellent education for all children.
My husband came to visit me at institute this past weekend. It was so great to see him after being away from him for 3 weeks. My momma and our family friend also joined him during his visit. I finally got my car back after buying it a few months ago (it is a yellow…
read more »Day 177: Today, I finally told my kids I was leaving. To prepare, I did two things. First, I made brownies. I figured if my kids were going to take it poorly, at least they’d have brownies. Second, I made a slide explaining the new city I would be teaching in – Lawrence, Massachusetts – and…
read more »…and all through the house, a young teacher was making blog posts instead of packing. Might as well get this ramble out so I can be productive before sunrise. Am I excited about Induction? Honestly, not really. I’ve lived in D.C. for four years now. I was born in D.C., and half raised in the…
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