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“When students feel that something is personal to them, they come alive.” In this week’s Newsblast: Teach Plus Leading Edge Fellow Ashley Kannan on focusing on his students' authentic learning while using AI in the classroom. Learn more and subscribe: cm.teachplus.org/t/r-9EE074E4...
"With the Right to Read Act, MA is taking its biggest step in a generation to close persistent opportunity gaps in reading by aligning teacher preparation with evidence-based practices and sustainable funding.” — Teach Plus MA Exec. Director Chris Marino Read more: cm.teachplus.org/t/r-B7AC0083...
This school year, Teach Plus teacher leaders and alumni across our 11 regions and at the federal level showed up for their students in force—from rural communities to urban districts, from elementary reading circles to high school science labs. Here's the 2025-26 academic year in pictures.
“We cannot settle for a system that celebrates diplomas while ignoring outcomes.” In this week’s Newsblast: Teach Plus Texas Policy Fellow Val Acree on the importance of defining what it means to be ready after high school. Learn more and subscribe: cm.teachplus.org/t/r-B23A651E...
"At Teach Plus, we think the fix starts with changing the system.” In this week’s Newsblast: CEO Kira Orange Jones on the need for a major shift in school design. Learn more and subscribe: cm.teachplus.org/t/r-9A61C92A...
This #PrideMonth, we celebrate LGBTQ+ teacher leaders who create opportunities for students and foster classrooms where every learner can thrive and reach their full potential.
“What’s neat about leadership is that anybody can be a leader.” In this week’s Newsblast: Teach Plus Michigan Policy Fellowship alumna Kelley Cusmano’s leadership class students are learning skills to strengthen their communities. Learn more and subscribe: cm.teachplus.org/t/r-11EBDA7C...
Looking for the latest news on educator practice, policy, advocacy and impact? Read this week’s roundup in the Teach Plus Newsblast – and sign up for next week’s: cm.teachplus.org/t/r-5A146885...
This #TeacherAppreciationWeek, teachers in the Teach Plus network shared their wishes: fixing the literacy crisis, building a stronger recruitment pipeline, reimagining schools that work for every child, and more. Watch all 11 videos here: cm.teachplus.org/t/r-EF726D07...
“My wish this #TeacherAppreciationWeek is that we find innovative solutions to the transportation solutions facing students and that every child has a safe and reliable way to get to school.”—Elizabeth Leung, kindergarten teacher, NM Watch: www.youtube.com/shorts/uEmKx...
“My wish for #TeacherAppreciationWeek is that every teacher is nurtured, compensated, and trusted to teach and lead from their classroom.”—Marissa Tanner, 7th grade social studies teacher, IN Watch: www.youtube.com/shorts/ZLXvq...
“My wish and hope for #TeacherAppreciationWeek is that we never stop reimagining school until it is truly built for every student.”—Ashley Kannan, African American studies and U.S. history teacher, IL Watch: www.youtube.com/shorts/IZH_o...
“My wish for #TeacherAppreciationWeek is that every multilingual and dual language learner has equal access to high quality, evidence-based literacy instruction.”—Maria Zak, dual language teacher, MA Watch: www.youtube.com/shorts/2plnm...
“My focus for #TeacherAppreciationWeek is that a student’s future should never be determined by their geography but by their access to intentional and equitable career planning.”—Elizabeth Maxcey, high school special education teacher, MS Watch: www.youtube.com/shorts/_RPS1...
“My wish for #TeacherAppreciationWeek is that we harness AI and assistive technology tools to fulfill the promise of inclusion of all learners.”—Heather Gauck, elementary special education teacher, MI Watch: www.youtube.com/shorts/4Hxwx...
“My wish for #TeacherAppreciationWeek is that we commit to the science of reading and refuse to let literacy gaps follow our students into the upper grades.”—Ellen Gelman, high school literacy intervention teacher, CO Watch: youtube.com/shorts/RR9mi...
“My wish this #TeacherAppreciationWeek is that we develop school and district leadership models that empower teachers to lead rather than leave & create the schools our students and communities deserve.”—Trey Smith, K-8 digital literacy teacher, PA Watch: www.youtube.com/shorts/bzjAD...
“My wish for #TeacherAppreciationWeek is that we address the literacy crisis and invest in the future of our bright, resilient multilingual learners so they can unlock the potential that has been there along.”—Annette Freeman, 2nd grade teacher, CA Watch: www.youtube.com/shorts/kLIkg...
“My wish for #TeacherAppreciationWeek is that we finally treat teaching as the pivotal profession that it is, the one that shapes all other careers in our state.” —JoMeka Gray, kindergarten teacher, TX Watch: www.youtube.com/shorts/g5LVT...
“My wish for #TeacherAppreciationWeek is that education leaders invest in a recruitment pipeline. I hope that my students can continue to look at me and think, maybe that can be me one day!” —Alia Pope, 4th grade math and science teacher, AR Watch: www.youtube.com/shorts/5X9yj...
"Momentum emerges from a clear vision and leadership alignment, and teachers need clearly defined roles to drive instructional change." In this week’s Newsblast: Teach Plus CEO Kira Orange Jones on what it takes to redesign teaching from the inside. Read more: cm.teachplus.org/t/r-DAAE0E09...
This Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we celebrate all AAPI teacher leaders who inspire and elevate their students' learning. #AAPIHeritageMonth
"I have so much reverence for the teaching profession. It's an honor to represent teachers all over the country." In this week’s Newsblast: We're celebrating Teach Plus PA alum Leon Smith for being named 2026 National Teacher of the Year. Read more: cm.teachplus.org/t/r-47AD91F8...
For #EarthDay, Teach Plus Senior Writing Fellowship alumnus Ronak Shah suggests taking class outside. "It was incredible to watch [students] locate leaves and realize how diverse they were." Read more and tell us how you're celebrating with your students! teachmag.com/embracing-th...
“Congratulations to Leon Smith on being named the 2026 National Teacher of the Year. I've watched Leon lead from the classroom to the Capitol, and I couldn't be prouder. The country is lucky to have him.” — Kira Orange Jones, Teach Plus CEO
“Learning to read is freedom. We’re really focused on increasing & improving literacy outcomes for all kids in MA.” In this week’s Newsblast: Teach Plus MA Fellow Suzanne Stillinger on the importance of literacy at #TheNextChapterSummit. https://cm.teachplus.org/t/r-C53B54C6824E989F2540EF23F30FEDED
"Let’s support and sustain teachers in our classroom, for the benefit of all our students." In this week’s Newsblast: Teach Plus Arkansas Policy Fellow Sontreka Johnson on the need to support teachers in doing their best work. Learn more and subscribe:
"A diverse, sustainable and well-supported teacher workforce is essential for student success." In this week’s Newsblast: Teach Plus California Exec. Director Sarah Lillis pushes for full funding to the Golden State Teacher Grant program. Learn more and subscribe: cm.teachplus.org/t/r-2F6A470A...
"When you give all students the chance to try, with no strings attached, their futures open up." In this week’s Newsblast: Teach Plus Michigan Policy Fellow Erin Kraker on advocating for all students to have the opportunity to thrive. Learn more and subscribe: cm.teachplus.org/t/r-0ED0983C...
Teach Plus teacher leaders are bringing classroom realities into policymakers’ offices. In CA, that means transparent school performance metrics and better support of multilingual learners. Read Policy Fellow Frankie Avila’s op-ed about diverse books: www.thecommunityvoice.com/opinion/colu...